Pet Needs

Navigating homelessness with a pet can be challenging. Find temporary shelter for your pet, and get free veterinary care, pet food, and supplies. We also offer some limited shelter options that allow pets to stay with you.

Featured Resources

Find resources available through the City and County of Denver and from our community partners.

Temporary Pet Housing Program

The Denver Animal Protection (DAP) Temporary Pet Housing Program offers up to two weeks of shelter for pets of families experiencing temporary homelessness.

Additional Resources

Find additional resources available in the Denver community and throughout Colorado.

Animal Rescue of the Rockies

Rather than accepting owner surrenders, we offer the following resources to help you do everything possible to keep your pet with you, regardless of whether you’re moving, experiencing financial difficulties, or having behavior-related issues with your pet.

Colorado Pet Pantry

Colorado Pet Pantry is a food bank for pets. Get help with food for your pet including emergency pet food needs.

PawsCo - Temporary Assistance Resources

Adopting an animal is a lifelong commitment. But, many pets each year are relinquished to shelters because of financial hardships. At PawsCo, we’re dedicated to ensuring animals can stay in their forever homes, regardless of financial troubles. Find housing, food, and financial resources for your pet.