Roice-Hurst Humane Society - Roice-Hurst Humane Society - Grand Junction Location
Our Mission
At Roice-Hurst Humane Society, our mission is simple yet powerful: promoting bonds between pets and their people. We are dedicated to ensuring that western Colorado remains a place where pets and their families can thrive together.
Our Story
Founded in 1963 by a grassroots group of citizens concerned for the welfare of animals, we have spent more than 62 years evolving into a vital community asset. What began as a small rescue operation in a donated chicken coop has grown into a forward-thinking organization that recognizes the essential role pets play in our individual and collective well-being.
Our Approach
We are proud to be a socially-conscious animal shelter, providing individualized enrichment, veterinary care, and adoption services for dogs and cats. Beyond our shelter walls, we offer innovative programs like the Pet Pantry, crisis boarding, and behavioral counseling, all designed to keep pets happy, healthy, and united with the families who love them.
Finding Your Perfect Match
We believe that every animal deserves a loving, forever home, and we work diligently to make that happen—however long it may take. Our team focuses on thoughtful, individualized matches, ensuring that the pets in our care find the perfect environment to thrive and become cherished members of your family.
Join Us
Whether you are ready to open your heart to a new companion or want to support our mission through volunteering or fostering, we invite you to be part of our community. Explore our available pets online, visit us at our Grand Junction facility, or reach out to learn more about how you can make a difference in the life of a shelter pet today.
- Friendly and compassionate staff
- Efficient adoption process
- Inconsistent post-adoption support
10/20 - Bonded pair Elmer Fudd and Betty Boop seek home together
The pair is bonded and must be adopted together for one adoption fee.
10/13 - Orange furball looking for forever home
She loves people and being cuddled.
10/7 - Grand Junction Lions Club awards final 2026 grants
The Grand Junction Lions Club awarded another round of grants to local organizations.
10/6 - A funky haircut and a big heart: Yoda the cat is adoptable
The senior cat has a confident personality but would do well in a calm environment.
9/29 - Chance, described as a happy boy, is looking for forever family
His tail never stops wagging.
9/22 - Dinosaur or cat? Austroraptor is available for adoption
Austro is curious and snuggly.
9/11 - Roice-Hurst Humane Society completes new animal care campus expansion
Expansion adds low-cost spay and neuter facility and office space
8/25 - Ace, a 10-year-old dog, needs a new home
The Roice-Hurst Humane Society said shelter life has been stressful for Ace since he had lived in a home for the past decade.
8/11 - Wizard, a shy boy hopes to find a loving home
Wizard is friendly and loves being pet once he warms up to humans.
8/4 - Atlas, a one-eyed kitten is hopeful to find new home
Aubrey Romero, with the Roice-Hurst Humane Society, said Atlas is a purr machine. He also loves cuddles and adventure.
7/28 - Katrina the one-eyed kitten is eager to find a home
August is Clear the Shelters month, and Roice-Hurst pets will be 50% off adoption fees all month long.
7/24 - Pet Rescue Crew: re-meet Unaware - AOL
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Meet Unaware… again! This adorable semi-blind kitten is available for adoption right now at Roice-Hurst Humane Society. If you’d like to meet Unaware or any other furry friends at Roice-Hurst Humane Society, click here.
7/21 - Stubby the poodle searching for home after owner could no longer provide care
The humane society said Stubby is sweet, loving” and treat-motivated, making him easy to train.
7/14 - Meet Jasper, the cattle-mix dog who knows about 20 tricks and is looking for a home
Well-trained shelter dog available for adoption or foster at Roice-Hurst Humane Society
7/7 - Cat on a leash? Howie is adoptable at the Roice-Hurst Humane Society
Affectionate, harness-trained cat seeks forever home with compatible pets
6/23 - Roper, the curious hound mix, is available for adoption
The Roice-Hurst Humane Society said Roper has a calm personality and could adopt couch potato tendencies or be a low activity pet.
6/16 - Ouray the cozy cat is searching for quiet home
The Roice-Hurst Humane Society said Ouray is a new mom and is now ready to adventure on her own.
5/26 - Hestia the Lab mix looking for active home
“She is very energetic. She’s very smart, very trainable,” said Roice-Hurst Humane Society
5/13 - Local teen launches pet toy drive as Eagle Scout project - AOL
GRAND JUNCTION Colo. (KREX)- A local teenager is turning his Eagle Scout service project into a way to help shelter animals across the grand valley. As part of his journey to scouting’s highest rank, Dylan Hand built donation bins now collecting toys for dogs and cats waiting for homes at Roice-Hurst Humane Society. The junior […]
