Resources & Info
We know how much time, money and energy can go into taking the best possible care of your feline companions, which is why we’ve compiled this helpful list of resources. Whether you’re looking for medical care, behavioral tips, pet-friendly housing or aid during personal hardship, the following resources and organizations offer a wealth of information and answers to any challenge life with a cat can throw at you. We believe that everyone deserves to have a pet regardless of socioeconomic status.
Veterinary & Medical Services
Emergency Care
Sometimes pets get sick when you least expect it. These clinics offer 24/7 medical care. (Note: Not all are low-cost.)
Animal Urgent Care (3 Locations)
AUC Arvada 12520 W 64th Ave, Arvada, CO 80004 AUC Park Hill 6750 E 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80216 AUC North East 15401 E 120th Ave, Commerce City, CO 80603
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
17701 Cottonwood Drive Parker, CO 80134
Evolution Veterinary Specialists
34 Van Gordon St, Ste. 160 Lakewood, CO 80228
Seven Hills Veterinary Hospital
18325 E. Girard Avenue Aurora, CO 80013
VCA Alameda East
9770 E Alameda Ave Denver, CO 80247
VRCC
3550 S Jason St Englewood, CO 80110
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
3845 East Colfax Avenue Denver CO 80206
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital
10140 W 44th Ave Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
ASPCA Poison Control Hotline
(888) 426-4435
Low-Cost Clinics
Downtown Animal Care Center
1041 Galapago St. Denver, CO 80204
Dumb Friends League
Spay & Neuter Clinic 191 Yuma St Denver, CO 80223
Dumb Friends League Vet Hospital at CSU Spur
4817 National Western Drive Denver, CO 80216
The Feline Fix
Cat wellness exams and spay/neuter services (not full-service) 6075 Parkway Drive, Unit 185 Commerce City, CO 80022
Guardian Angel Veterinary Care
Affordable surgery, low-cost spay/neuter and dental options 873 Thornton Pkwy Thornton, CO 80229
Peace, Love & Paws
Free vet care for the homeless and indigent communities 1280 Vine St. Denver, CO 80206
Pet Care Coalition
Discounted vet care based on income 1300 S Potomac St, Suite #116 Aurora, CO 80012
Second Chances Veterinary Care
4243 Harlan St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Spay Today
Clinic offering spay/neuter, microchip and vaccinations 1401 Ammons St Lakewood, CO 80214
Pet Food & Financial Assistance
CCS’ Nibbles & Kibbles Food Bank
Open the first and third Saturday morning of every month
Colorado Pet Pantry
Pet food banks located throughout Colorado
Diabetic Cats in Need
Providing insulin and other supplies for diabetic cat owners
Humane Society of Boulder Valley Pet Food Share
Pet food and pet supplies available at no cost seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at their shelter
PetHelpFinder
A website listing of resources for vet care, spay/neuter services, pet supplies, food and more
Frankie’s Friends
Providing financial assistance grants to family-owned pets in need of lifesaving emergency or specialty veterinary care.
Red Rover
Providing grants for medical care, domestic violence and disaster relief.
The Pet Fund
Providing medical grants for non-urgent medical care for chronic conditions.
Care Credit
A line of credit with special financing for unexpected medical costs, often 0% interest for several months.
Scratch Pay
Payment plans that don’t affect your credit score.
Pet-Friendly Housing
Apartments.com
Select your city and choose from hundreds of pet-friendly housing options.
Apartment List
More than 500 pet-friendly apartments in the Denver region.
Avalon Communities
Because pets are part of the family, Avalon Communities offers pet-friendly housing in Colorado.
Rent Cafe
Explore apartments using a range of filters, including pet policies, ZIP codes neighborhoods and more.
Zillow
Find hundreds of apartments and homes that allow pets.
Pet Temporary Care
Many shelters offer temporary care or assistance programs for those experiencing a homing crisis. We suggest calling the shelters in your county to ask if these programs are available.
Foothills’ Better Together Program
Pet food, animal supplies, vaccinations, spay/neuter services and short-term housing options for Jefferson County residents
Humane Society of Boulder’s Safety Net
Pet food and supplies, temporary housing, urgent veterinary care and behavioral consultations available
Cat Care Society’s Temporary Care Program
For those experiencing unexpected setbacks
Denver Animal Shelter Safe Haven
Temporary care for those affected by fire, domestic, violence, hospitalization, etc., for Denver County residents
Dumb Friends League Pet Assist Program
For those needing a temporary safe place for their pet to live for up to 30 days
Stray Cats & TNR
The following organizations provide services and resources for feral or unowned community cats in the Denver metro area.
Cat Behavior & Care
Amelia Wieber – CaringBehavior
Local cat behavior consultant and trainer
Lori Holmberg – Aurora Family Dog Training
Aurora-based cat trainer and feline behaviorist
Behavior Vets
Behavioral trainers and veterinary care team offering behavior modification programs
International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
Find a local behavior consultant or trainer though this search
Animal Friends Alliance
More behavior resources
Denver Dumb Friends League
Pet resource center
The CCS Whisker Whisper Blog
That’s us!
ASPCA
Online articles
Cornell Feline Health Center
Answering many health-related questions
International Cat Care
Online articles
The Indoor Pet Initiative
Online articles
Jackson Galaxy
Online
Kitten Lady
Online
Pet Loss/Grief Support, Cremation Services & Cemeteries
Lap of Love
In-home euthanasia and hospice
Other Area Shelters
Check with the shelters and rescues who are also MDAWA and AWAC members and partners to find other options in the region for adoptions or rehoming services.
Animal Welfare Association of Colorado
Member directory
Metro Denver Animal Welfare Alliance
Click on a MDAWA member logo on this page to learn more and for individual contact information.
Animal Friends Alliance
2321 East Mulberry St., Fort Collins, CO
Lost & Found | Rehoming Pets
Rehome on Adopt a Pet
Use our referral code to waive the listing fee: RCXHAQTL2U8AD8Z
Petco Love Lost
Search lost and found pets
Legislative & Advocacy Resources
Help give a voice to animals and learn about important pet-related legislation through these organizations who advocate for animal welfare in government.
Animal Control & Investigation
Adams County Animal Control
(303) 288-1535
Arapahoe County Animal Control
(720) 874-6750
Aurora Animal Control
(303) 326-8288
Denver Animal Protection
(720) 913-2080
Englewood Animal Control
(303) 761-7410
Jefferson County Animal Control
(303) 271-5070
Lakewood Animal Control
(303) 987-7173
Littleton Animal Control
(303) 794-1551
Wheat Ridge Animal Control
(303) 235-2926
Bureau of Animal Protection
Investigates animal cruelty and neglect in Colorado
Colorado Humane Society and SPCA
Investigates animal cruelty, abuse and neglect in counties across Colorado.
Metro Denver Crime Stoppers
To report a crime anonymously
How else can Cat Care Society help you? Please reach out to us if you need to secure temporary care for your cat, need free cat food, want to rent a trap, have donations, or want to get involved. Have a question that’s not listed here? Contact us for more information, tips, or resources.
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