Longmont Humane Society
Our Mission
Longmont Humane Society is dedicated to the welfare of animals, with a mission of caring, serving, and educating to improve the lives of companion animals. We believe that it is our responsibility to safeguard the physical and behavioral well-being of the animals in our care as well as in our community.
Our History and Community Impact
Established as an independent non-profit in 1972, we have grown into a vital community resource beyond a traditional shelter. Our 58,000 square foot facility at the Allen Center allows us to support thousands of homeless animals annually while providing essential community services like low-cost veterinary care and food assistance.
How We Care for Our Animals
As a Socially Conscious™ organization, we pride ourselves on maintaining a high live release rate through a blend of high-quality shelter care and a robust foster program. Every dog, cat, and small mammal receives nutritious food, meticulous health care, and daily exercise from our dedicated team. Our foster network provides an essential bridge, allowing shy or vulnerable animals the time and specialized attention they need to decompress and thrive.
Your Connection to Our Animals
We believe every animal is an individual, and we are committed to finding the perfect match for both you and your future companion. Our Adoption and behavior programs ensure that pets are well-prepared for their transition into your home. We celebrate the joy of adoption and are here to support the human-animal bond for a lifetime.
Join Us
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, or support our community programs, we invite you to be a part of our mission. Visit us at 9595 Nelson Road in Longmont to meet our adoptable animals and see how your support makes a real difference in our community today.
- Clean and well-maintained facilities
- Visible dedication to animal welfare and training
- Rigid adoption policies and gatekeeping
10/24 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Oct. 24, 2026
This clever guy has been one of the only pups to crack our toughest enrichment toys, and we think he deserves a little recognition for that.
10/10 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Oct. 10, 2026
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9/26 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Sept. 26, 2026
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9/12 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Sept. 12, 2026
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9/5 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Sept. 5, 2026
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8/29 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Aug. 29, 2026
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8/28 - Who are the Someday Dogs? - The Mountain-Ear
Change your life and a dog's life—adopt from a shelter
8/22 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Aug. 22, 2026
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8/8 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Aug. 8, 2026
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7/25 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for July 25, 2026
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7/18 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for July 18, 2026
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7/11 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for July 11, 2026
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6/20 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for June 20, 2026
Simon is a 1-year-old boy with a gentle heart and so much potential waiting to shine. He can be a little shy at first, but behind those sweet eyes is a dog who truly wants to connect and learn about the world around him.
5/29 - Bram - The Mountain-Ear
Who am I? I’m Bram, an exceptionally good girl waiting so very long for my forever home, at the Longmont Humane Society: longmonthumane.org/animals/view-animal/?animalID=58341873
5/16 - Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week for Saturday, May 16, 2026
Carl is a less-than-one-year-old scruffy gentleman with long legs, a wiry coat and a distinguished little goatee that makes him look far wiser than he actually is.
10/29 - Happy National Cat Day! 🐈 Adoption is the very last step of an animal's journey with us, but Austin has officially checked off the first: stray hold! He's still got a couple of things to take care of before he's ready for his family, so stay tuned for him and the many other animals you've yet to meet. #NationalCatDay #AdoptDontShop #AdoptACat #LongmontColorado #CatsofInstagram
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10/26 - When having a friend by your side makes all the difference 🥹 Rylie is so scared of new people that she shakes, but put her in playgroup and suddenly she's unrecognizable. For this reason, she'll need a confident, people-friendly dog in her future home to help her keep building her confidence. Let's find Rylie a home where she can feel that safe, no matter who's around. 💙 #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #ColoradoDogs #BoulderColorado #RescueDogs
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10/23 - Another successful Make A Dog’s Day with our AMAZING friends at @longmonthumanesocietyofficial in the books! We made pumpkin pup cups for the shelter dogs, and handed out Chewbaru toys and new ID tags for the adopters! There are SO many amazing animals waiting for their forever homes here at LHS right now. Come chat with the staff about what you’re looking for in a new best friend and they’ll help you find the perfect fit! I didn’t get to learn everything about these dogs in our brief meetings, so please be sure to check longmonthumane.org for notes on dog/cat/kid compatibility and contact the shelter if you have questions about a specific pet! #makeadogsday #subarulovespets #subaru #longmont #humanesociety
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10/20 - These shirts were made with PAW-some precision! 🐾😂 From the first print to the finish line, we help bring your events to life, one shirt at a time. And one thing about us, we LOVE supporting our local Colorado community with apparel and swag. Need shirts for your next race, fundraiser, or community event? We’ll get your pack looking good. 🐶 SKAZMA. We customize your apparel world.
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10/19 - That little stuffed animal is getting Simba through some big feelings right now 🤕 Simba, your next chapter is out there somewhere. We just need to get you to the part where our goodbyes turn into new hellos, the kennel turns into a couch, and you have people to everyday's homecoming a happy one. Help us get Simba home 💙 #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #ColoradoDogs #BoulderColorado #RescueDogs
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10/16 - I spent 30 minutes with Dolly, here are my favorite 30 seconds 🎶 Dolly is a 12-year-old retired hunting hound who's ready for a comfy life with a family to love and adventures to share. She's a loving, goofy girl with plenty to say, and no fear to say it straight to your face. This affectionate girl still goes crazy for squirrels, squeeky toys, and butt scratches. She even went on a 4-day sleepover recently, find more about it on our page! Dolly needs a home with children over 10 who understand she won't share her food anymore (a cheese stick incident was involved). She's approved to live with other dogs after a meet and greet, but no cats, please. Dolly is a unique companion who is anything but shy. We know there are hound dog lovers out there, we're just wondering where ☹️ Could you be the one to give this chatty senior the loving home she's been waiting for? #AdoptDontShop #SeniorDog #HoundDog #ColoradoDogs #LongmontColorado
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10/16 - Some things we can never have too much of! These are a few of the donation items we’re always happy to see come through our doors, and we're especially needing them right now. If you’d like to help stock up, you can drop donations off during our open hours or order through our wishlists! Thank you all, always ❤️ #AdoptDontShop #LongmontColorado #RescueDog #AnimalShelter #DonateLocal
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10/14 - A moment of silence for the sombrero, Bowbow thought it was a better chew toy than a costume 🪦 Speaking of costumes, we'd love to see what your pets are dressing up as! Bring them to our Pet Costume Contest at Oskar Blues Tasty Weasel Taproom on October 24 from 5–7 p.m. It's FREE to attend, and some of our own dressed-up shelter dogs will be there, too! What's a contest without a little competition? Oskar Blues is providing a prize for the winner, who will be voted on through their Instagram and announced on Halloween. The catch? We just have to see you on the 24th! Come out and enjoy food from Chicago Mo’s Beef, drinks, local pet vendors, and plenty of good boys and girls to round out the evening. We hope to see you ghouls and gals there 🎃 #LongmontColorado #LongmontEvents #BoulderCounty #DogFriendly #PetCostumeContest
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