It is the policy of the Arvada Police Department to respond to animal-related complaints received by the department and to promote responsible pet ownership through enforcement, mediation, and education.

A formula, developed by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) along with statistics compiled from the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association 2003-2004 National Pet Owners Survey, estimates that

• 39% of U.S. households on average own 1.6 dogs and
• 34% of U.S. households on average own 2.2 cats.

The City of Arvada has 41,428 households as reported by the 2004 Arvada Economic Profile. This would indicate Arvada’s estimated pet population is 25,851 dogs and 30,989 cats.

Animal Management

Arvada Police Department's Animal Management Unit is comprised of six officers and one road supervisor... Read More ...

Arvada Animal Rules & Regulations

Owning an animal is a privilege and also a big responsibility. The purpose of animal control laws is to protect the Read More ...

Barking Dogs

What does the barking ordinance say? How do I report a barking dog? Read More ...

Breed Bans

There is a lot of controversy about breed specific legislation, many differing opinions. In Arvada there is not any breed specific laws in place. Read More ...

Distemper Information

Distemper is a highly contagious viral disease that infects animals such as raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and unvaccinated dogs. This disease does not affect humans; however, it can be easily passed on to dogs or cats. Read More ...

Dog Licenses

Arvada law now requires dogs to be licensed! Things to know:A dog license may be obtained through the Jefferson County Read More ...

How to Adopt a Pet

Staff and volunteers at Table Mountain Animal Center work hard to place our adoptable animals in loving, permanent homes. Read More ...

Lost & Found Pet Reports

If you have lost or found a pet please call Arvada Animal Management at 720-898-6850. Read More ...

Nuisance Cats

A nuisance cat can be a neighbor’s cat that wonders onto your property and causes damage to your shrubs, gardens, pesters birds at your bird feeder, etc. Read More ...

Pet Safety Tips

Pets depend on their human owners to take responsible and safe care of them. The following tips can help ensure the safety Read More ...

Table Mountain Animal Center

Founded in 1976 by an intergovernmental agreement, originally, the Jefferson Animal Shelter served as the impound facility Read More ...

Wild Animals

The city of Arvada, not unlike most urban cities in Colorado, has a diverse population of wildlife. Read More ...