Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League - SLV Animal Center

During our vaccine clinics and wellness visits, we provide a Comprehensive Physical Exam to assess your pet’s overall health. This includes evaluating weight, dental health, coat condition, and identifying any early signs of illness or discomfort.

We provide essential Core Vaccinations for puppies and kittens starting at 8 weeks old, including Rabies, Distemper, and Parvo, to protect your pets from common and potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are administered during our affordable vaccine clinics, ensuring your pets receive the foundational immunity they need.

We offer Behavioral Counseling through our Dog and Cat Behavior Helplines, providing guidance and support for pets experiencing behavioral challenges. Our team helps address issues like anxiety, aggression, or house training to improve your pet’s quality of life and strengthen the bond between you and your pet.

As part of our Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (COHAT), we perform Dental X-Rays under general anesthesia to identify hidden dental issues like root infections, fractures, or oral tumors. This allows us to provide a thorough and accurate treatment plan tailored to your pet’s needs.

For pets with severe dental disease or trauma, we offer Tooth Extractions as part of our advanced dentistry services. Our veterinarians perform these procedures under general anesthesia to alleviate pain and prevent further complications.

We offer low-cost Spay & Neuter Surgery for owned cats and dogs through our dedicated clinics, helping to reduce pet overpopulation and improve the health and longevity of your pets. These surgeries are performed by our skilled veterinary team and are a critical part of our preventative care programs.

Our team is equipped to perform Foreign Body Removal surgeries, such as abdominal exploratories to remove ingested objects or materials causing blockages. This procedure is critical for pets who have accidentally swallowed non-food items.

We offer Wound & Laceration Repair services for pets with cuts, punctures, or traumatic injuries. Our veterinarians clean, suture, and treat wounds to promote proper healing and minimize the risk of infection.

We offer Bladder Stone Removal (cystotomy) surgeries to address urinary stones in pets, which can cause pain, infection, or obstruction. This procedure is performed to improve your pet’s urinary health and quality of life.

Our veterinary team provides Cherry Eye Repair surgeries to correct prolapsed gland issues in the third eyelid of dogs. This procedure helps restore normal anatomy and prevent discomfort or infection.

We provide Emergency Stabilization services for pets requiring urgent care, such as those with acute illnesses or injuries. While we handle many non-critical emergencies, we recommend contacting us in advance to determine if we can assist with your pet’s specific needs.

As part of our surgical and medical treatments, we offer Pain Management services to ensure your pet’s comfort during and after procedures. Our team uses appropriate pain relief protocols tailored to your pet’s condition.

We provide Poison & Toxin Treatment for pets exposed to harmful substances, including common household toxins, plants, or ingested chemicals. Immediate intervention is critical, and we recommend contacting us if you suspect your pet has been poisoned.

We offer Quality of Life Assessments to help pet owners make informed decisions about their companion’s end-of-life care. Our compassionate team evaluates your pet’s comfort, mobility, and overall well-being to guide discussions about euthanasia or palliative care.

While not explicitly detailed on the page, our community veterinary services imply support for Telemedicine Consultations as part of accessible care initiatives. These virtual visits allow pet owners to consult with our veterinarians for non-urgent medical advice or follow-ups.