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In partnership with Dogster’s Spay & Neuter Program “D-SNIP” , our low cost 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). Feline Male or Female – $25 Canine Male or Female – $100 *Additional fees may apply […]

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.

In partnership with Dogster’s Spay & Neuter Program “D-SNIP” , our low cost 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). Feline Male or Female – $25 Canine Male or Female – $100 *Additional fees may apply […]

World Spay Day draws attention to spay/neuter as a proven means of saving the lives of companion animals, community (feral and stray) cats, and street dogs who might otherwise be put down in a shelter or killed on the street. It is an event held on the last Tuesday in February each year.

Classes presented by pranaDOGS Instructor: Marcy Eckhardt Class Length: 1 hour All dogs start here…and typically attend for 2 weeks before progressing onto Level 2 at 1:00 p.m. Level 1 covers basic impulse control, communication and cue’s and is a great place for dogs to have to focus on their family….with other dogs extremely close […]

Classes presented by pranaDOGS Instructor: Marcy Eckhardt Class Length: 1 hour Level 2 practices basic behaviors in an advanced format. Work on staying and coming from 20′ away with other dogs present, leash manners and advanced impulse control. Level 2 provides everything needed for a good mannered dog and is often the class alumni return […]

This 90-minute workshop is 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 5pm and last 90-minutes. Free to attend, no dogs – people only. All workshops are instructed by Marcy Eckhardt, Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Executive […]

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, […]

Classes presented by pranaDOGS Instructor: Marcy Eckhardt Class Length: 1 hour All dogs start here…and typically attend for 2 weeks before progressing onto Level 2 at 1:00 p.m. Level 1 covers basic impulse control, communication and cue’s and is a great place for dogs to have to focus on their family….with other dogs extremely close […]