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Free Dog Reactive Workshop These 90-minute workshops are intended to set individuals up with the tools and strategies needed to overcome their issues. Workshops are held at the La Plata County Humane Society, at 5:30 p.m. and last 90-minutes. Free to attend, no dogs – people only. To sign up, visit pranadogs.org  5:30 p.m. LPCHS […]

Send your loved one a Fluffy-Gram this Valentines Day! For only $100, your valentine will receive a half hour visitation with choice of a puppy, adult dog or kitten, a box of chocolates from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, rose, card and we'll even email you a picture! Fluffy-Grams will be delivered to your loved one […]

We are excited to to be participating in the American Rescue Dog Show ADOPTION MARATHON! In addition to finding forever homes for our furry residents, we have a chance to receive one of several cash grants! Our ADOPTION MARATHON kicks off this: - Friday, February 21st from 11am - 5:30pm at LPCHS - Saturday, February […]

Did you know that a group of volunteers take our dogs for a scenic mountain hike? Sounds fun, right? Well, you can be a part of it and join in! For 3-hours every month, our dogs enjoy a hike with volunteers on the beautiful trails surrounding Durango. If you're interested and want to learn more, […]

The shelter will be closed today, Sunday, Feb. 23rd for deep cleaning and give our furry residents a little R&R. Please visit us again when we resume normal  business hours on Monday, Feb. 24th. Thank you!

We offer low cost spay and neuter clinics to the community and its members. Our spay and neuter surgery helps keep pet populations down and pets live longer and healthier lives. We offer a variety of services, including our community cat program (TNR). Dog spay or neuter - $120 *Additional fees may apply for pets […]

Did you know that a group of volunteers take our dogs for a scenic mountain hike? Sounds fun, right? Well, you can be a part of it and join in! For 3-hours every month, our dogs enjoy a hike with volunteers on the beautiful trails surrounding Durango. If you're interested and want to learn more, […]

Monthly board meetings are held at the shelter, in the multi-purpose room and begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. We encourage LPCHS members, community supporters and staff to attend to hear the board members and Directors monthly reports.

For the healthy and safety of our staff, volunteers and guests, we are POSTPONING our Open House set for Tuesday, march 31st.   Go behind the scenes and tour the shelter and thrift store. Meet the directors, meet the team members, enjoy our Strut with a Mutt fashion show, and of course meet our furry […]

Does your child love animals? Do they want to learn more about our shelter and the important work of caring for homeless animals? La Plata County Humane Society is offering 30 kids ages 11-15 a fun and educational opportunity to work with animals! Kampers have hands-on learning opportunities with a variety of pets and learn […]