Item Donations

Your product donations directly help the animals we care for. Please keep our list in mind when moving, cleaning or shopping!

Download a print-ready version of our full wish list here.

Save a trip to the store and order online from our Amazon Wish List or our Chewy Wish List. Items can be shipped directly to Foothills Animal Shelter at 580 McIntyre St., Golden, CO 80401.

Donations that cannot be used by the shelter may be donated to other animal welfare organizations.

Need more information? Contact Ashley Havenner at [email protected]

FAQs

Where / When can I donate?

Donations can be delivered to the Admissions Lobby seven days a week during our normal business hours, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Please see a staff member if you would like a tax receipt.

What items are most needed?

Wet cat food
Dog & cat treats
High-value dog treats (canned chicken, chicken baby food, hot dogs)
Plastic pet carriers
Gift cards to PetCo, PetSmart, Amazon or other pet supply stores
Litter boxes
Dog leashes
Cardboard cat scratchers

Can I donate used items?

Yes! We can accept used items such as:

Pet beds
Blankets without stuffing
Unopened, dry, and wet, food or treats – regardless of the brand or type
Towels of any size
Pet crates
Aquatic and terrestrial critter supplies
Toys made for animals
Collars, leashes, harness

What items can Foothills Animal Shelter not accept?

Open or expired food (please check out Colorado Pet Pantry)
Sheets, comforters, or pillows
Mattresses, mattress covers, furniture, or furniture cushions
Used litter boxes and litter box accessories
Cat trees
Carpet remnants
Used rabbit supplies

What can I do with pet medications?

We cannot take any prescription medications. If you have unwanted meds, please visit the following locations to safely dispose of them in the area:

Sheriff’s Office/Jail Lobby, 200 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden
South Precinct, 11139 Bradford Road, Littleton
Mountain Precinct, 4990 County Highway 73, Evergreen

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes! Please see a staff member if you would like a tax receipt.

Who can I contact with questions?

Please direct all questions to our Marketing & Event Coordinator, Ashley Havenner at [email protected] or 720.407.5240. Ashley is in the office Monday-Thursday.

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