The Dumb Friends League has a history of service. For more than 100 years, we have sheltered and cared for lost, abandoned and abused pets. 

Thanks to wide community support, we offer programs that help both pets and people. 

We are proud to be the metro-Denver area’s local humane society. You are invited to visit our website and our two shelters to learn more about us.

Destruction

It is normal for dogs to explore the world with their mouths. However, chewing can be directed onto appropriate items so your dog is not destroying items you value.

Does your dog: Get on the furniture and refuse to get off? Nudge your hand, insisting on being petted or played with? Refuse to come when called? Defend its food bowl or toys from you? “Nothing in life is free” can help.

Many behavior problems in dogs are the result of boredom or excess energy. Toys offer mental and physical stimulation and enrichment.

An aversive is something that your dog finds unpleasant. It can be used to discourage her from a particular action or place.

Digging is a normal behavior for most dogs, but may occur for widely varying reasons.

Crate training your dog may take some time and effort, but can be useful in a variety of situations.

Puppies may be just as much work as human babies – maybe more so because puppies can't wear diapers and they have very sharp teeth! It

Understanding the different developmental stages of your new puppy.

Dogs with separation anxiety exhibit behavior problems when they’re left alone. Typically, they’ll have a dramatic anxiety response within a short time (20-45 minutes) after their owners leave them.