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LONGMONT HUMANE SOCIETY (LHS)
is non-profit agency, in existence for 35 years. The mission
of the Longmont Humane Society is to provide for the welfare
of animals and to promote and nourish the fundamental bonds
between people and animals. The Longmont Humane Society
serves the geographical jurisdiction of Boulder, Weld,
and Larimer Counties.
Personnel
Longmont Humane Society currently employs 40 career staff,
with 350 volunteers. Agency staff will be available to
assist with domestic violence related animal intake. Bilingual
services are available.
Education
The agency currently has agency speakers to address the issues
of domestic violence/animal abuse. On hand are additional
videos and books as agency resources.
Shelter
Longmont Humane Society will guarantee housing for animals
belonging to victims of domestic violence. LHS will house
the animals for an average of two-weeks based on need/availability.
Longmont Humane Society is open seven days a week from
9am until 6pm. Animals which can not be accommodated in
the shelter will be referred to agencies with these services.
Direct Services
LHS will provide medical care for animals injured as a result
of a domestic violence situation. Additional medical care
could include, but is not limited to vaccinations and other
special needs. LHS serves male and female domestic violence
victims. LHS is open seven days a week, 9a.m. until 6 p.m.
Wednesdays LHS is closed from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
Financial
LHS consents to negotiation for fee (caring and feed charges).
No domestic violence victim will be turned away for lack
of funding.
Support
LHS agrees to continue to participate in outreach groups
as necessary.
Safety
LHS is willing to consider serving as an animal advocate
or in a pet exchange program.
Longmont Humane Society
9595 Nelson Road
Longmont, CO 80501
phone - 303.772.1232 x.226
fax - 303.772.2219
Email Longmont Humane Society
Director of Operations - De Fowler
Website: www.longmonthumane.org
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