04/30/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/30/2024 09:10
Published on April 30, 2024
Fetch some love and joy by giving a homeless dog or cat their forever home during Adopt a Shelter Pet Day today. Denver Animal Protection (DAP), a division of the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment, encourages the community to open their hearts and homes to one of the millions of animals at shelters each year. In 2023, Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) recorded a 30% increase in animals they took in compared to numbers before the pandemic in 2019, while the number of animals surrendered by their owners in 2023 jumped 92% compared to 2019. Adopt a Shelter Pet Day serves as a reminder of the importance of adoption and how a single person can make a world of difference in bringing love to an animal longing for a loving family. And starting tomorrow, DAS makes it even more affordable to grow your family with its adoption special, Mile High Mutts. Through May, all dogs, 6 months and older, are just $52.80. Normal fees range from $100 to $170, depending on a dog's age. Here are three homeless pups waiting to experience love and companionship, a warm bed and the security of family: Zuko is a 1-year-old American pit bull at DAS for 88 days today. The 68-pound pup is sweet and energetic and loves treats and walks. Chuka is a nearly 3-year-old Siberian husky mix who adores strolls and exploring the world around him. Dio is a 3-year-old Australian cattle dog. He's a gentle pup who is shy and sensitive at first but warms up quickly. "Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is an opportunity for us to shine a spotlight on the countless animals waiting for a second chance at happiness," said DAP Director Melanie Sobel. "By choosing adoption, individuals not only save a life but also enrich their own lives in ways they never could have imagined." DAS is an open-admission shelter which means it accepts every animal that comes through its doors 24/7, 365 days a year,regardless of space available, age, breed, health, temperament and physical condition. Join DAS today and through the month of May to make a difference in the lives of shelter animals. View all adoptable animals and many lost animals at DAS, which will eventually become available.
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Chuka, 3-year-old Siberian husky mix. |
Dio, 3-year-old Australian cattle dog. |
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