Montrose Animal Shelter (City of Montrose Animal Services) City-run animal shelter in Montrose handling adoptions, stray reclaims and owner surrenders. Animal WelfareMontrose CountyVerified September 2, 2026Call 970-240-1487Get directionsWebsiteText this pageAt a glanceServicespet adoption, lost pet reclaim, owner surrender by appointment, spay/neuter, vaccination and microchip included with adoptionLocation3383 N Townsend Ave, Montrose, CO 81401Service areaCity of Montrose and Montrose CountyHoursShelter and reclaim Mon-Sat 10 AM-5 PM; adoptions Mon-Fri 10 AM-4 PM, Sat 10 AM-2 PM; closed Sundays and holidaysPhone970-240-1487CostAdoption fee includes spay/neuter, vaccination and microchip; amount not listedWalk-insYes, during adoption hoursAppointmentsOwner relinquishment by appointment onlyTrellis stories about Montrose Animal ShelterRelated listingsMontrose Animal Protection Agency (MAPA)spay/neuter vouchers for dogs and cats, animal care education, referral list of participating vetsMontroseBarkley’s HopeVolunteer pet vaccination clinic (parvo, distemper, kennel cough)970-256-4001 · Grand JunctionColorado Pet PantryPet food pantry distribution, Mobile pet food banks, Emergency pet food support303-818-0618 · StatewideSpay ColoradoSpay and neuter vouchers, Low-cost spay/neuter referrals, Coordination with participating veterinarians877-654-7729 · StatewideDelta County Humane Societyspay/neuter coupons, foster-based rescue and adoption, volunteer fostering970-874-2149 · DeltaInformation verified September 2, 2026 by Western Slope Trellis against the organization's own site. Call ahead to confirm hours. Something changed? Report a change. Part of the Community Support Directory. Civic Western Slope Schools Put Teacher Pay on the Ballot Alongside Proposition NN Three Western Slope school districts are asking voters to fund staff raises this November. Proposition NN would also add school funding by reducing TABOR refunds. Here’s what District 51, Roaring Fork and Garfield Re-2 are requesting, what it could cost and how the separate ballot decisions compare. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read Grand Junction Grand Junction Traffic: Lincoln Park Entrance Closure and Detours for Sept. 21–27 Grand Junction drivers face detours on Crosby Avenue, 25 Road, D ½ Road and Crossroads Boulevard the week of Sept. 21. Lincoln Park's 12th Street entrance is expected to close Monday through Wednesday, while downtown lane restrictions continue. Here's where to go and what access remains open. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read Grand Junction Shakespeare Meets Dr. Seuss at Grand Junction’s Free Theatre in the Park Shakespeare meets Dr. Seuss at Grand Junction’s free Theatre in the Park on September 19. Bring a blanket or low-back chair to Watson Island Amphitheater for family activities at noon and The Theatre Project’s performance of Seusspeare: Much Ado About Everything at 1 p.m. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read Events Winefest in Palisade, Ranch Rodeo in Montrose: Your Western Slope Weekend, Sept. 18–20 Winefest returns to Palisade, Montrose hosts ranch rodeo finals and a free punk festival, and Glenwood Springs welcomes Octoberfest. Find concerts, community gatherings and outdoor events across the Western Slope for September 18–20. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read Civic Amendment 87 vs. Proposition 136: What Colorado’s Tax Measures Mean for Western Slope Residents Colorado voters face competing income tax measures this November. Amendment 87 would introduce graduated rates; Proposition 136 would cap rates at 4.4%. Here’s how they compare, what taxpayers could pay and why the outcome matters on the Western Slope. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read Montrose Montrose Opens Applications for Vacant Council Seat, With Sept. 23 Deadline Montrose is accepting applications for the District IV City Council seat following Dave Frank’s resignation. Eligible residents must apply by 6 p.m. Sept. 23. Council will interview candidates Oct. 5 and appoint a replacement Oct. 6. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read
Civic Western Slope Schools Put Teacher Pay on the Ballot Alongside Proposition NN Three Western Slope school districts are asking voters to fund staff raises this November. Proposition NN would also add school funding by reducing TABOR refunds. Here’s what District 51, Roaring Fork and Garfield Re-2 are requesting, what it could cost and how the separate ballot decisions compare. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Grand Junction Grand Junction Traffic: Lincoln Park Entrance Closure and Detours for Sept. 21–27 Grand Junction drivers face detours on Crosby Avenue, 25 Road, D ½ Road and Crossroads Boulevard the week of Sept. 21. Lincoln Park's 12th Street entrance is expected to close Monday through Wednesday, while downtown lane restrictions continue. Here's where to go and what access remains open. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction Shakespeare Meets Dr. Seuss at Grand Junction’s Free Theatre in the Park Shakespeare meets Dr. Seuss at Grand Junction’s free Theatre in the Park on September 19. Bring a blanket or low-back chair to Watson Island Amphitheater for family activities at noon and The Theatre Project’s performance of Seusspeare: Much Ado About Everything at 1 p.m. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read
Events Winefest in Palisade, Ranch Rodeo in Montrose: Your Western Slope Weekend, Sept. 18–20 Winefest returns to Palisade, Montrose hosts ranch rodeo finals and a free punk festival, and Glenwood Springs welcomes Octoberfest. Find concerts, community gatherings and outdoor events across the Western Slope for September 18–20. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
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Montrose Montrose Opens Applications for Vacant Council Seat, With Sept. 23 Deadline Montrose is accepting applications for the District IV City Council seat following Dave Frank’s resignation. Eligible residents must apply by 6 p.m. Sept. 23. Council will interview candidates Oct. 5 and appoint a replacement Oct. 6. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read