Pets change our lives.
We Are on a quest to change theirs.
Our mission is to eliminate euthanasia of companion animals by helping prevent pet overpopulation through spay/neuter programs, providing financial assistance to pet owners and other non-profit organizations for medical/dental treatment and supplies for the animals in their care, and supporting families in taking great care of their pets through educational programs. If you need assistance with pet health care, food or supplies, please fill out the Request for Assistance Form and we will find out how PPL may be able to help.
How we help
Spay/Neuter Vouchers
Anyone can request a $50 voucher towards the cost of having your pet spayed/neutered. No proof of financial need is required.
Email us to request a voucher.
Medical/Dental Assistance
If your pet needs a medical or dental procedure that you cannot afford, you can fill out our Request for Assistance Application to apply for financial help. Please attach an estimate from your Vet.
Community Education
We hold community education events and offer information designed to help pet owners care for their animals. Follow PPL on social media or sign up to receive news about upcoming events.
Who We've Helped
Since 1998, Planned Pethood Leadville has funded more than 5,500 Spay/Neuter procedures and provided tens of thousands of dollars in funding for medical, dental and food assistance to qualifying families!
Our Story
In 1991, Hela Carpenter started a small volunteer group called Pet Spay/Neuter Advocates to help reduce the population of unwanted, homeless animals in Leadville, Colorado.
In 1998, Hela incorporated the group as a non-profit called Planned Pethood Assistance, Inc. The volunteer group continued their work by fundraising and providing financial assistance for the spay/neuter program, which provided procedures for almost 5,500 animals over the past 25 years!
In 2019, Hela retired and Chris Floyd took over as President of Planned Pethood Assistance, Inc., which is now trading as Planned Pethood Leadville. The Board of Directors added to the existing spay/neuter program by offering financial assistance to those whose pets are in need of other medical procedures, but may not be able to afford to pay for such care, as well as by providing special events and community education programs.
Meet Our Team
Planned Pethood Leadville is run by a pet-loving, hard-working volunteer board who sometimes prefer the company of their pets to humans!
Chris Floyd, President & Secretary
Sally Haas, Treasurer
Jane Gowing, Director
Terri Handy, Director
Sarah Cole, Director
Donate
Please consider a donation to help Leadville/Lake County’s pets! PPL is a non-profit exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; FEIN 31-166988. Your contribution is fully tax deductible!
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