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La Plata County Humane Society in Durango, Colorado

Also known as La Plata County Animal Control, Animal Shelter

Directions (970) 259-2847 lpchumanesociety.org
Overview

About La Plata County Humane Society

La Plata County Humane Society is a humane society in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1973. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Cat Care Durango, about 1.2 mi away.

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37.23298, -107.86740

Animals & services

What La Plata County Humane Society does

  • Pet adoption Not available
  • Accepts owner surrenders Not available
  • Lost and found pets Not available
  • Foster program Not available
  • Volunteer program Not available
  • Spay and neuter clinic Not available
  • Vaccination clinic Not available
  • Microchipping Not available
  • No-kill (stated) Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Dogs Yes
  • Cats Yes
  • Rabbits and small animals Not available
  • Birds Not available
  • Reptiles Not available
  • Horses Not available
  • Farm animals Not available
  • Wildlife Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is La Plata County Humane Society located?

La Plata County Humane Society is at 1111 S Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81303 in La Plata County.

What are the hours of La Plata County Humane Society?

The recorded opening hours are Mo-Sa 12:00-17:30,12:00-16:30; Su. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (970) 259-2847 before you go.

How do I adopt from La Plata County Humane Society?

Start on lpchumanesociety.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.

Can I surrender a pet to La Plata County Humane Society?

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

Are donations to La Plata County Humane Society tax-deductible?

La Plata County Humane Society matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 23-7274035), with reported annual revenue of about $3,213,203. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.

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