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Lifeline Puppy Volunteer holding puppy.

Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Lifeline Puppy Rescue is a Colorado no-kill rescue that has adopted almost 55,000 puppies to families across the Rocky Mountain Region, Kansas, Texas, and New Mexico.

Adoption Events

We hold adoption events every weekend!

Sep 12
Sep 12th – Sep 13th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Sep 12th – Sep 13th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Sep 19
Sep 19th – Sep 20th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Sep 19th – Sep 20th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Sep 26
Sep 26th – Sep 27th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Sep 26th – Sep 27th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Oct 3
Oct 3rd – Oct 4th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Oct 3rd – Oct 4th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Oct 10
Oct 10th – Oct 11th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Oct 10th – Oct 11th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Oct 17
Oct 17th – Oct 18th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Oct 17th – Oct 18th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Oct 24
Oct 24th – Oct 25th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Oct 24th – Oct 25th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Oct 31
Oct 31st – Nov 1st 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Oct 31st – Nov 1st

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Nov 7
Nov 7th – Nov 8th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Nov 7th – Nov 8th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Nov 14
Nov 14th – Nov 15th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Nov 14th – Nov 15th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Nov 21
Nov 21st – Nov 22nd 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Nov 21st – Nov 22nd

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Nov 28
Nov 28th – Nov 29th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Nov 28th – Nov 29th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Dec 5
Dec 5th – Dec 6th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Dec 5th – Dec 6th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Dec 12
Dec 12th – Dec 13th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Dec 12th – Dec 13th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Dec 19
Dec 19th – Dec 20th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Dec 19th – Dec 20th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Dec 26
Dec 26th – Dec 27th 2026
Time 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where 15171 Riverdale Road
Directions
Dec 26th – Dec 27th

First-come-first-serve, no appointment needed!

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Upcoming Events

We hold events year round, look below for what is coming up soon.

Puppy Yoga 9/12/26 2pm class

September 12th, 2026 @ 2:00PM

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Puppy Yoga 9/12/26 4pm class

September 12th, 2026 @ 4:00PM

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Puppy Yoga 9/13/26 10am class

September 13th, 2026 @ 10:00AM

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Puppy Yoga 9/13/26 11:30am class

September 13th, 2026 @ 11:30AM

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4.8 out of 5 Reviews

What people are saying on Facebook

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I got my, "Li'l Miss," dog, Pippa last Saturday from Lifeline Puppy Rescue. She was a rescue from a puppy mill the week before and had been spayed and also had a second surgery to remove 3 bladder stones from her bladder. I let Chelsea know that I was interested in giving her a loving caring life, once she was through her post surgery challenges. Chelsea and staff were so helpful and kept up communications for a week, with me, updating her improvements. So helpful, so knowledgeable and the process was super easy, to adopt her. I got Pippa last Saturday afternoon, and brought her back on Sunday to start obedience training. That Pippa had a bond with Chelsea and was starting to bond with me, the training went very well. She was eager to listen and please both of us! A win-win situation! Anyway, Lifeline Puppy Rescue deserves 5 stars for the services they provide. I am certain that my new 4 year young pup, Pippa and I, were meant to find each other and it was all Divine Timing.

Adopted my sweet Red Heeler, Milo from Lifeline Puppy Rescue just two months ago. The adoption process was quick and easy ( but make sure you show up early to get in line if you have a specific pup in mind!). Thank you for saving these pups and helping my find my furry best friend.

We adopted a precious shepherd/lab mix from Lifeline this weekend. The process is organized and fairly efficient, considering all the puppies and potential adopters. Take a look at the available pups before you go for sure because once you get there, especially on Saturdays, there are lots of people, and you should be ready to ask a volunteer to visit with a specific puppy or at least one from a litter you’ve picked out from the online pics the day/days before. You should definitely try to get there before 11am when they open, as they give you a number in order of arrival. If you’re adopting, plan to be there for about 2 hours give or take. The employees/volunteers there are helpful and kind, and once you’re ready to adopt, they provide thorough details of the adoption contract, review the paperwork and instructions in one big group - super efficient. Bring cash for extremely fast check out once instructional seminar is finished. Credit card line can be long, but moves fairly quickly. They also sell full size crates with divider for a reasonable price and puppy starter kit so that you don’t have to stop off at the pet store on the way home - leash & collar, few days worth of food, a few chew toys, food and water bowl - all for about $20 or 30, I think. Our new puppy is beautiful, playful, curious and sweet. She’s already spayed and has her initial immunizations. We’re so excited about the many years ahead with our Scout!

I can't say enough about the folks at Lifeline! They go the extra mile to make sure the puppies they take in are cared for and find GOOD homes. Our Marshmallow is such a cutie (and pain in the butt), we are so thankful for Lifeline bringing him in to our lives. ❤️❤️

What a fantastic adoption experience!!!! The staff is friendly, grounds are clean, organized and fair! We got to the rescue at 9am and were about 5th in line. It was snowing like crazy but you get to wait in your car so that is very convenient. They give you numbers as you drive through the gate so it's fair for everyone. We got a puppy from the litter we wanted and we love her. The puppies were clean and well taken care of. The staff seems like they really care and they love their work. They are a no kill shelter and keep the puppies until they are adopted. The adoption session is lengthy so dont be in a hurry. We got there about 9 and left about 1pm.

We bought a puppy last year and he is perfect. LPR is very informative and cares about the animals they home.

I adopted my sweet Border collie mix Lola from Lifeline Puppy Rescue in 2001. She lived a long happy 17 years with us and was the best pup ever!

We got our Blue Heeler mix at Lifeline four years ago and she has been the best dog I have ever owned. I always said I’d go back there when we were ready for another. I knew Lifeline’s popularity had grown since I had been there, and prepared to get there early. We still only managed about 20 minutes early Saturday morning but were still 14th in line. The owner explained how things worked, let the super early arrival get first pick, then 2-10 got to browse puppies, then about 5 minutes later the rest of us were able to browse. It was fair, not chaotic... the volunteers were friendly. Their class is important because people need to understand what they are in for. The owner was around, chatting with everyone. It’s clear he loves his dogs and what he does. I saw some negative reviews before I went back last weekend, and I wanted to come in here to say that if you listen to how they do things, about what they expect, and go in to adopt a new family member, it will be an amazing experience. Our new pup is so sweet, and fits in perfectly with my family. I will always support Lifeline. <3

Our pup Kala is from lifeline. Smartest and most sweet dog ever! :-) black lab possible mix but she's smarter than top tier black lab breeds! We love lifeline for giving us our baby girl!

they provide excellent care to puppies until they are able to find furever homes for them. staff and volunteers all have a heart for each and every one of the puppies!

I adopted my little Nyx on April 2nd 2016. They were so awesome and fair and just loved how pulling up and walking in you could tell the were all about the puppies and dogs. They are very well organized that made getting my little sweetie that much better. Thank you lifeline puppy for all you do!!

Found my best friend, Rio, here. Awesome staff and amazing organization.

Got my Joey here seven years ago! The rescue is a joy to work with! Have sent many friends here when they are looking to adopt!

2nd dog, and second great experience. Get there early on Saturdays.

We just went and picked out/up our little girl Honey yesterday... I really liked the structured process considering first come first serve.. I wish they had a little more back history on the pups but understand why they dont ( As they are just genuinely trying to save puppies from kill shelters) the only other complaint is that my girlfriend saw on the website that they offer 30days of "pet care (insurance if you will)" following your adoption only to be told in person that they no longer offer such services... other then that I'd send any of my friends and family there to get a pup in a heart beat... And as for the people talking about "0 help" with their pups. Honey got an extremely bad tummy ache and started vomiting a couple days after we brought her home and the staff at lifeline ACTED EXTREMLY PROFESSIONAL in assisting us with our puppies illness, kept her over night to closely monitor her gave us an end of night update and let us know the next day that she was feeling much better and we could go pick her up... and they assured me that if anything else happened to her to simply bring her back and they would get her fixed up.. and that's WITHOUT THE INSURANCE POLICY.. But she is happy as ever cuddling with my kiddos as I type this message... Thanks again for my adorable pup and professionalism in dealing with her tummy bug!!

Wonderful organization - truly can not thank them enough.

Such a wonderful place to adopt from. The staff is kind, attentive, and very helpful. After searching countless shelters for just the right fur baby I was ready to give up. A reccomendation from a friend led me to Lifeline and they did not dissapoint. I searched the listings for the right pup, found one and showed up about 3 hours before the gates opened on Saturday. (I had heard to get there early) I was 4th in line and thought...oh no, I'll never get my puppy with all these people in front of me. As I waited I met some really wonderful people. Some first time adopters and one woman who had adopted 6 times from just this place! Had to be wonderful I thought! As the gates opened I was overwhelmed with the number of pups searching for the right parent as we were all searching for our new addition. Having full intentions of finding the one I saw in the photos I walked by one puppy that stood out from the rest. She was beautiful and when her eyes locked mine I just knew - I met my Sakra. It's now over a year and she is the best dog I have ever owned. Lifeline Puppy Rescued me. They take such good care of these pups and most are volunteers. 1/2 the adoption fee goes back to the parents of the puppy to get spayed and neutered. They also give a class on care of your new family member as well as first set of shots and a microchip. Highly recommended!!!!

Great experience with everything. We love our puppy Miah

Got my dog here almost 7 years ago and she is a great dog and lifeline puppies was awesome and easy to work with.

Blog

This series of blog posts will give you some insight into the behind the scenes of Lifeline Puppy Rescue, including the team, volunteers and of course our puppies!

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September 2026 Puppy Yoga Schedule: September 10th | Hilton Garden Inn Denver (Woodie Fisher Terrace) • 6:30 PM Class SEPTEMBER 12th | Aspen Grove • 2:00 PM Class SEPTEMBER 12th | Aspen Grove • 4:00 PM Class SEPTEMBER 13th | Chicken N Pickle • 10:00 AM Class SEPTEMBER 13th | Chicken N Pickle • 11:30 AM Class SEPTEMBER 17th | Stanley Marketplace • 6:00 PM…

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August Puppy Yoga Schedule: August 8th | Aspen Grove • 2:00 PM Class August 8th | Aspen Grove • 4:00 PM Class August 9th | Boulder Yoga Studio • 1:00 PM Class August 13th | Hilton Garden Inn Denver (Woodie Fisher Terrace) • 7:30 PM Class August 15th | InVINtions, A Creative Winery • 11 AM Class August 16th | Stanley Marketplace • 9:00 AM…

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We are beyond excited to share that 108 sweet puppies were adopted this past June. This huge milestone was only possible because of your boundless generosity and love. To our wonderful community—you are the true heroes behind these happy endings. Thank you for stepping up and transforming 108 lives for the better!

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15171 Riverdale Road, Brighton CO 80602

303-655-9696

Lifeline Puppy Rescue is a no-kill rescue for young puppies throughout the Rocky Mountain Region, Kansas, & New Mexico. 99% of the puppies we rescue come from city and county shelters. We like our mom & pop, friendly, small town image. People like adopting Lifeline's puppies and giving them a chance at life. The Lifeline connection to small towns and rural areas is crucial. When we work together, puppies no longer have to be destroyed.