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Life is golden with Millie
No one knows exactly what happened to Millie on that day in late March of 2020. At least not for sure, that is. When her original owner came home, she found the small goldendoodle puppy at the bottom of the staircase in pain and acting strangely. Millie, her muzzle swollen, also had burn wounds in… read more.
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Matilda
This sweet kitty is loving life and making friends in her new home. read more.
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Chip
Chip quickly became a staff favorite at the Dumb Friends League, so we were overjoyed when he finally found his forever home. He is settling in nicely, exploring his new surroundings and making sure to give big sloppy kisses to his new family. read more.
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Axel
Axel (previously Jackie) is loving life in his new home. This sweet pup loves to take naps near the cat of the home. read more.
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Forever in our hearts, Andy finally found his forever family
By now, you’ve probably heard of Andy, the lovable 9-year-old pit bull who spent six months at the Dumb Friends League before being adopted in November. Perhaps you caught one of his many TV appearances or saw how our humane education students lovingly covered his kennel with their artwork and poems. “My name is Andy,… read more.
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How Pedro the donkey became a lovebug
When Pedro first came to the Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center, he had scars on his body consistent with rope and wire burns, as well as severely overgrown hooves that impeded his mobility. The 4-year-old donkey – neglected, malnourished, and fearful – had been seized by law enforcement from his previous owners and brought… read more.
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Hugo’s new role: How one very good boy is supporting a veteran in need
For nearly five months in 2021, 5-year-old Hugo was a familiar face at the Dumb Friends League, coming in and out of our doors more than once. The energetic and playful pup – known as one of our “longest stay” dogs – met many potential families along the way and even went home with one.… read more.
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Nahla and Logan: How a big-hearted dog touched the life of a boy on the autism spectrum
“Smart and playful girl! Favorite things: romping around outside with you, treats, and lots of affection. Could play for hours. Dream home: an active, loving family.” That was the bio that hung outside Nahla’s kennel at the Dumb Friends League three years ago. Now, it’s more than just her wish list – it’s her dream… read more.
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Beating the odds: Robbie’s tale of survival
Every day at the Dumb Friends League we are fortunate help pets find their new beginnings. Each animal arriving at the shelter with a different history, each waiting to meet a new family. While sometimes we are just a part of a particular animal’s story, there are occasions where we get to play a supporting… read more.
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Stormy
Stormy was one of our staff favorite featured pets, and we are happy to report that she has found an amazing fur-ever home! Check her out relaxing with her new mom. We are so happy that Stormy met her perfect match. read more.
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Ready to adopt?
Visit our Malone Center Shelter in Denver, or Buddy Center Shelter in Castle Rock to check out our adoptable pets in person.
At the shelter, when you’re ready to adopt or have identified a pet you want to meet, follow the signage to join our virtual queue. You’ll be added to the line, on a first come first served basis, to visit with a counselor and meet your new best friend.
In order to best serve you, please sign in at least one hour prior to closing to visit with a counselor. Our queue may be closed at other times if we have met our capacity for daily visits.