Sep 20 2022
Cat lovers who want a new furry family member often turn to kittens for companionship. It’s hard to resist kittens, with their tiny paws and fuzzy bodies that fit in the palm of your hand. Kittens deserve a loving home, but so do the senior cats that often get overlooked. Kittens get so much attention, …
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Aug 06 2022
As Colorado braces itself for red flag warnings and the looming threat of wildfires, New Mexico has already endured a historic wildfire season that began with the eruption of the Calf Canyon Fire back in April. After merging with another wildfire, the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire blazed through nearly 320,000 acres, setting the record for …
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Aug 06 2022
Your cat stares longingly out the window, hoping to one day explore the outside world. Pet parents often find that transitioning their cats to an indoor-outdoor lifestyle is far more enriching than keeping them cooped up in the house. A romp through the neighborhood can give your kitty some much-needed independence. However, it’s also worth …
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Jul 18 2022
Denver Animal Protection reminds residents, ‘If you love ‘em, leave ‘em at home’ It’s not even summer yet, but our temperatures already feel like it, with another round of consecutive 90-degree days upon us. Denver Animal Protection (DAP) reminds residents to never leave their pets alone in vehicles. The best advice to pet owners this …
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May 02 2022
If there’s one thing our pets love, it’s eating things they shouldn’t. Pet parents often catch their mischievous fur babies pawing at bags of fertilizer or open food containers. Curiosity gets the better of them, leaving you to anxiously await their prognosis in the vet hospital’s waiting room. Stay one step ahead of your pet …
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Apr 01 2022
“I need your help,” my friend said. “I’ve tried to think of everything. I need to know who will give my dogs a new, future home. I’d like to keep them together, if possible.” With that as the kicker, I set about sending emails concerning her dogs. For all of us with furry family friends, …
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Jan 10 2022
The New Year has begun and while you may have set resolutions for yourself, have you also set them for your furry family member? Just like you, a loving pet could benefit from improvements made to their daily wellness routine. To start off the year right, here are some ideas which will help promote a …
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Dec 01 2021
Larimer Humane Society would like to provide tips on how to keep pets safe from the holiday food, decorations, and visitors who stop by. Indoor trees can be a hazard for pets this time of year. Small ornaments and tinsel can pose a choking and digestion hazard. They can also cause injury when broken due …
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Nov 08 2021
In October, Steve Courts with A Little Help non-profit organization presented their monthly program on pets. Four panelists included Dr. Taylor Griffin, National Director for Pet Partners; Kate Elisha, Associate Director of Adoptions for Pawsco; Eileen Lambert, Director for Colorado Pet Pantry; & Leigh Ann Gerk, a pet loss, and grief counselor. Taylor has a …
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Nov 01 2021
It can be tempting to everyone at your Thanksgiving dinner table to sneak pets a taste of one of the most delicious meals of the year, but you need to be aware of the ingredients included in that dinner that can be toxic to your pets. When planning your meal for the holiday, make sure …
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Sep 01 2021
Deaf Dog Awareness Week, which is September 20 – September 26, brings attention to hearing impairment in our furry friends. Whether your pet has perfect hearing or no hearing at all, they can still bring joy to your life and benefit significantly from the love of your family. For some pets, verbal communication is not …
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Aug 01 2021
Annual check-ups for cats are so vital that “National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day” – celebrated each August 22 – was created to help remind cat owners of the importance that regular health and wellness checks provide for our feline friends. You might not know that: Cats age much more rapidly than humans …
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