Our Mission & Values

The Telluride Humane Society passionately strives to respect and value the life of every animal.

Our Mission is to:

  • End the overpopulation of homeless dogs and cats through mission-critical programs and efforts
  • Better animal welfare in the way which animals are treated by setting higher standards of practice and leadership which focus on compassionate and sustainable solutions
  • Be of direct and consistent support to the pets and pet owners of San Miguel county and the southwest Colorado region
  • Expanding to our neighboring southwest regional areas of Arizona, New Mexico and Utah, we have meaningfully chosen to aid and rescue pets in dire need from the Native American Reservations.

We Value:

  • Respect for all life
  • Community
  • Transparency
  • Compassion
  • Education
  • Meaningful engagement
  • Innovation
  • Sustainability

The foundation blocks of the Telluride Humane Society’s Mission & Values comes from our community of volunteers and leaders partnered with local organizations, services and government.

Every life matters.

Dog Adoption

Thank you for coming to the Telluride Humane Society in your consideration of adopting a puppy or dog. Rescuing has never been more crucial than now.

Please visit our Instagram ( @telluridehumanesociety) page for more information on our pets for adoption.

Adopt “Toby”! Toby is a precious 6 mos old, male, purebred Golden Retriever. He is affectionate and good with other dogs. He loves human attention. If you are interested in adopting Toby, please submit an online adoption application!

Adopt “Dundee”! This beautiful 4 yr old, neutered male, Australian Shepherd is fun, active and good with other dogs. He loves to play ball and will do best in an active home. He has also been socialized with cats. He is about 55 lbs and current on all vaccinations. If you are interested in adopting Dundee, please contact us.

Adopt “Boone”! Boone is a 10 mos old, 55 lbs, Springer Spaniel Mix. He is neutered and current on all his vaccinations. He is good around other dogs. He is shy upon first meeting but warms up soon thereafter. He is incredibly sweet and an incredible dog to welcome into your home. Please contact us if you are interested in adopting Boone!

We do daily updates and posts on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/telluridehumanesociety/ so please visit our page and that will give you the most current and real-time information on pets being rescued and available for adoption.

Adoption fees vary per individual puppies and dogs.

Fee includes with our partnered veterinarian facilities: a full doctor exam, vaccinations, bordatella, rabies, heartworm preventive, flea/tick preventive, spay or neuter and microchip.

We are 100% foster based and 100% donation based. We sincerely appreciate your support. 

We are accepting applications now and only prospective homes that have completed applications will be considered. Please go to our online Dog Application form and submit. Thank you.

Follow us on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/telluridehumanesociety/

Cat Adoption

Thank you for coming to the Telluride Humane Society in your consideration of adopting a kitten or cat. Rescuing has never been more crucial than now.

We do daily updates and posts on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/telluridehumanesociety/ so please visit our page and that will give you the most current and real-time information on pets being rescued and available for adoption.

Adopt “Chopsticks”! This beautiful 3-4 mos male, neutered kitten will steal your heart. He has gorgeous blue eyes and long, silky blush-colored fur. He is calm and incredibly affectionate. He loves to be held and purr. He had a broken leg and ended up in a shelter in New Mexico.  Once rescued he had his leg surgically repaired and he is healing perfectly. This boy is a LOVE. Please contact us if you’d like to meet him!

Adopt “Mac”! This sweet, fluffy Tuxedo kitty is an affectionate 13 yr old boy. His owner was sick and Mac slept on his lap every day, until his owner recently passed away. He is dearly loved but mac’s owner’s widow sadly cannot care for him on her own. She has reached out to us to thoughtfully and lovingly find a home for him that will love him just as much, or more. If you are interested in adopting Mac, please contact us!

Adopt “Hoots”! This 7 week old, male, flame point Siamese mix with beautiful blue eyes was rescued from a local mountain mesa. He is a such a strong and loving spirit. If you are interested in adopting Hoots, please contact us!

ADOPTION FEE WAIVED! 6 MOS FREE VET CARE AND $150 SWAG BAG OF SUPPLIES WITH ADOPTION. Meet “Joni”, a 10-12 wk old female kitten rescued as a stray in the Telluride area. Joni is shy but will warm up in a loving and caring environment. Have we mentioned HOW amazing black cats are?! They are the most difficult to adopt out but, the most rewarding companions you could ever dream of. Please consider Joni as your next furry addition to your family. Contact us if you would like more info on Joni.

Donate

The Telluride Humane Society is 100% volunteer based and exists 100% on donations in order to ensure every dollar goes straight to the pets and efforts working to help them.

We are a registered tax exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity with the IRS – EIN 83-2275318.

Please click here to learn about “Where Your Money Goes” when you thoughtfully donate to the Telluride Humane Society.

There are so many ways you can donate:

  • Monetarily – As a donation, as a grant, as a gift of your estate, in memoriam
  • Your Time – For an event, walk a pet, foster a pet
  • Professional Services
  • Supplies – Any supply that may assist in our care of pets, we gladly accept – this includes crates, old towels & rags, good condition collars & leashes, stainless steel bowls, etc.
  • Cuddly.com – Under “Donate”, go to “Donate Now” and type in “Maggie” if you would like to specifically donate to our exclusive medical fund : Maggie’s Fund for Medically Injured Pets. The goal amount set is for Maggie and all financial gifts that surpass the goal serve as an invaluable foundation for future severely injured pets in medical need.
  • AmazonSmile – Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. Here is the link to where your eligible Amazon purchases can assist Telluride Humane Society: https://smile.amazon.com  Shop and help pets at the same time!

Thank you for considering the Telluride Humane Society as a meaningful mission and charitable cause you wish to support!

$10 – provides food and shelter to a homeless pet for a day

$25 – contributes to a community medical fund for qualified pet emergencies

$45 – provides a microchip to a dog or cat ensuring they will not be homeless again

$100 – fuels the vehicle transport aiding in animal rescue

$250 – funds the basic care from first vaccinations to medical exam to micro-chip and spay/neuter for one healthy pet from arrival to adoption

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MAIL:

Telluride Humane Society

PO Box 455

Telluride, CO 81435