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The Best Grand Junction, CO Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Grand Junction, CO. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

La Plata County Humane Society
#67 in United States, #4 in Colorado, #1 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
La Plata County Humane Society is a private non-profit, that has been helping pets in need in rural, southwest Colorado since 1971! We adopt companion animals, provide low-cost spay/neuter, microchipping, and vaccination, have a robust trap-neuter-release program, a life-saving foster program, offer onsite training, and provide animal protection services.
"The La Plata County Humane Society staff really love the animals at the shelter. They go above and beyond to..."
— julie d.
Staff member
"The La Plata County Humane Society has been in my life for 35 years. I've been fortunate to receive 4..."
— steve s.
Supporter, Fan

Rocky Mountain Old English Sheepdog Rescue
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction

Journey Home Animal Care Center
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
Journey Home Animal Care Center provides care for over 1,500 lost, ill, injured or orphaned animals each year throughout the Colorado River Valley in Western Garfield County. The center provides a variety of services including adoption, veterinary clinic, and more. Refer to below for a full list of what’s offered: • Adopts animals into new homes. • Reunites owners with their lost pets. • Our clinic provides limited veterinary services. • Places animals into foster homes until they are healthy, adoptable animals. • Financial assistance for community members needing veterinary services. Ask us! • Offers public education and information. • Assists those in need with feeding their animals. • Assists the community with a Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) program for feral and free roaming cats. • Provides volunteer opportunities for community members. • Provides housing and care for animals running at large in the City of Rifle and the towns of Parachute, Silt, and New Castle. Our History The journey of Rifle Animal Shelter Shelter Renovation Rifle Animal Shelter, a 30 plus year old building, originally served as an impound facility for the City of Rifle. In 1998 the shelter was on the verge of being shut down for not meeting the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) standards. A group of volunteers started a campaign to help renovate the shelter. In just six months, the shelter was renovated with donated labor and materials. Volunteers from all over Garfield County came together to make this project a success. This core group of volunteers formed a 501 © (3) non-profit corporation and became Garfield County Animal Welfare Foundation, Inc., also known as Friends of the Rifle Animal Shelter (FRAS). Assisting the Community FRAS’s next goal was to spay/neuter and provide medical care for every animal coming into the shelter. Today, no animal leaves the shelter without being current on vaccines, altered and micro chipped. In approximately 2002, FRAS expanded its services to include financial assistance to the Garfield County community and began to help community members alter their family pets. Expanding Our Reach On January 1, 2012, FRAS took over operations and management of the Rifle Animal Shelter. With this contract came expanded services, more efficient operations and greater public outreach.

Roice-Hurst Humane Society
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
Roice-Hurst Humane Society is a nonprofit animal shelter and adoption center based in Grand Junction, Colorado, that provides individualized enrichment, veterinary care, and adoption services for dogs and cats, as well as a variety of innovative support services for pet owners with a goal of keeping owned pets united with the people who love them. Roice-Hurst Humane Society also partners with the City of Delta and Delta County to operate a satellite facility in Delta, Colorado, to reunite lost dogs with their owners. Roice-Hurst Humane Society is proud to be a socially-conscious animal shelter that works diligently to match animals to their forever homes, however long that may take.

Sunshine canyon rescue
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
We are a foster based dog rescue in Colorado adopting to CO and MI. Whether you're looking to adopt or volunteer, we are excited to work with you!

City of Montrose Animal Services
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
Animal Services provides both animal control and animal sheltering functions for the City of Montrose. Animal Control Animal control enforces city ordinances relating to animals. These ordinances prevent or minimize nuisances caused by the improper or irresponsible care of animals. Animal control officers are certified by the State of Colorado Animal Control Association. They provide humane care to all animals, birds, and reptiles at large.

Happy Little Rescue
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
The Happy Little Rescue is a Colorado Non-Profit Organization dedicated to offering a safe and loving environment to pets in need. Thanks to our team of passionate and hardworking individuals who work tirelessly day and night, we can proudly say that each animal in our care receives socialization, quality nutrition, top medical care, and enrichment while they search for their forever homes.

DELTA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
We are located in Delta County, Colorado - about an hour south of Grand Junction, Colorado on the western side of the state. We are a small but mighty group of volunteers with only 9 foster homes, yet we manage to rescue and adopt out a fair number of pets.

Surface Creek Animal Shelter
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
Finding Inspiration in Every Animal Since 1997, individuals have volunteered to support companion animals of the Surface Creek Valley community. Our mission remains the same today; rescuing each from hunger, thirst, pain, injury, disease, discomfort, fear, and distress; while providing community welfare and giving companionship and support in forever homes. Our Story The Surface Creek Animal Shelter is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization. It operates the Surface Creek Animal Shelter and The Shelter Shoppe Thrift Store both located in Cedaredge, Colorado. Through its volunteers, the Surface Creek Animal Shelter provides care and support to over 400 cats and dogs each year and strives to find each animal, a forever home. Ways we accomplish our mission: • Socially conscious sheltering and maintaining our shelter as an adoption guarantee facility • Adhering to the rules and regulations of Colorado’s Pet Animal Care Facilities Act • Providing nutrition, hydration, exercise, and necessary healthcare to all animals in our care until adoption or relocation • Actively seeking good adoptive homes for all adoptable animals • Promoting responsible pet ownership with an active spay/neuter program • Pursuing funds through grants, fundraisers, and monthly sustaining donations • Improving the welfare and sheltering of companion animals in Delta County o Includes vaccination, identification chipping, spaying/neutering, and routine or urgent veterinary care

Grand Rivers Humane Society
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction

The Montrose Bully Breed Club
#100 in United States, #10 in Colorado, #2 in Grand Junction
Grand Junction
We began our journey in 2017 as a Local Facebook group dedicated to local Bully Breeds. We had the vision to grow into a Non-Profit and become PACFA certified so that we could assist with fostering and adoptions. We advocate for spay, neuter, the importance of proper training and being the best Bully Breed Ambassadors our town has seen. We have seen the community rally around us and support our cause through local events, donations, volunteers, fosters and adopters. TMBBC’s long term vision is to provide a unique space that brings together the community and the Bully Breeds we love. A one stop shop for education, training, fun exercise and community events; while providing sanctuary for young adults aging out of foster care, Veterans, and the Bully’s they prepare for their forever homes.

What's the Sniffspot Grand Junction Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Grand Junction, CO Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Grand Junction, CO chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 11 private dog parks in the Grand Junction area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Grand Junction dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

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Sniffspot Grand Junction Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Grand Junction?

There are 11 in Grand Junction. Outside of Grand Junction, there are 122 located in Colorado.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Grand Junction?

There are many reputable rescues in Grand Junction, the top 3 on our list are: La Plata County Humane Society, Sunshine canyon rescue, Rocky Mountain Old English Sheepdog Rescue.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Grand Junction?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Grand Junction. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Adopters are asked to complete our 'Matchmaker Survey' before meeting with an animal. We happily accept walk-ins, but encourage appointments. We require a meet & greet for adult dogs who will be living together.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Grand Junction?

We do not have any record of breed specific rescues and shelters in Grand Junction, but there are the top breed-specific rescue and shelter types in nearby metro, Jailbreak husky rescue, Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue, Australian Shepherds Furever

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Grand Junction that specialize in senior dogs?

We do not have any record of senior dog rescues and shelters in Grand Junction, but these are the closest cities with senior dog rescues and shelters: Denver

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

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David Adams

About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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The Best Grand Junction, CO Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

La Plata County Humane Society

Rocky Mountain Old English Sheepdog Rescue

Journey Home Animal Care Center

Roice-Hurst Humane Society

Sunshine canyon rescue

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