High Country Humane reports merger with Coconino Humane, temporary Butler facility shutdown

Oct 14, 2026

High Country Humane told the Board it completed a merger with Coconino Humane Association, consolidated services at the 89A campus, and is winterizing and temporarily closing the Butler facility for safety‑related repairs; the nonprofit reported intake and medical numbers and said fundraising will continue to cover about 40% of annual operations.

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High Country Humane representatives updated the board on a completed merger with Coconino Humane Association and operational changes following the consolidation. Interim director Ron Hurrell said the organizations have combined under a single leadership structure and consolidated service delivery at the main 89A campus.

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