Ark-Valley Humane Society supports pet owners in Chaffee County through resources including:
- A free Pet Food & Limited Supply Pantry: Available every day from 12-5pm at 701 Gregg Drive in Buena Vista, CO (appointments required on Sundays and Wednesdays, walk-ins welcome all other days).
- Free dog training assistance for pet owners experiencing behavior issues with their dog: https://www.ark-valley.org/pet-behavior-support/.
- Free emergency boarding for pet owners in crisis: Please contact info@ark-valley.org or 719-395-2737 for more information.
- Community Pet Fund: In partnership with Chaffee County Community Foundation, this fund helps pet owners who need financial assistance to obtain veterinary care, https://www.chaffeecommunity.org/cpf.
- Community Assistance Spay/Neuter Programs: Low-cost spay/neuter assistance for pet owners, multiple programs available to help subsidize surgeries for all owned cats, all Pit Bull breeds and predominately Pit Bull mixes, and other canine breeds belonging to verified low-income/unsheltered community members, https://www.ark-valley.org/services/spay-neuter-programs/.
