High Country Humane

High Country Humane is a nonprofit animal shelter and community resource in Flagstaff, AZ, dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional animal care, adoption services, and support for the human-animal bond. While not a dog training business, it serves the community by offering low-cost spay and neuter services, vaccine clinics, and humane sheltering for dogs, cats, and small animals. The organization also manages lost and found pets for Flagstaff and Coconino County, handling over 2,200 stray animals annually. It operates with a mission to ensure every pet in need has access to care and re-homing, and it supports pet owners through accessible veterinary services and community outreach. With a 4.10 rating based on reviews, it is recognized for its compassionate, community-focused approach.

High Country Humane was founded in 2016 by a group of dedicated individuals including Liz Bohlke, Diane Jarvis, Ken Lamm, and Pamela Tharp, who united to elevate animal welfare in Northern Arizona. The organization evolved from Paw Placement of Northern Arizona and was shaped by a vision of a society where animals live free of suffering and every pet has access to necessary care. It operates on a model of collaboration, offering services such as low-cost vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, and end-of-life care, all designed to strengthen the bond between people and their pets. The shelter emphasizes prevention, rehabilitation, and responsible pet ownership, serving as a vital hub for animal welfare in the region.

The shelter is located on US-89, about a mile from the Flagstaff-Cameron Highway and near Weatherford Canyon Creek. It sits just over a mile from Railroad Tank and Government Tank, two local lakes, and is within a few miles of Old Caves Crater and Little Elden Spring Horse Camp, offering a natural backdrop in the high desert landscape of northern Arizona.

High Country Humane is deeply rooted in the Flagstaff community, known for its accessible services, compassionate care, and commitment to reducing pet overpopulation. It stands as a trusted partner in animal welfare, supporting both pets and their people through every stage of life. As a vital resource in northern Arizona, it continues to strengthen the human-animal bond across Flagstaff and Coconino County.