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4/29/2013

Horse with confirmed case of rabies in Colorado

Horse with confirmed case of rabies in Colorado

Posted 4:24 PM 4/29/2013 by Elaine Sheridan

A horse in Logan County was confirmed to have rabies according to the Colorado Department of Agriculture. "The department would like to stress two very important points," said State Veterinarian, Dr. Keith Roehr. "One--owners should monitor their animals for clinical signs of rabies (More)

4/28/2013

Pet on the Web- Henry

Pet on the Web- Henry

Posted 8:32 AM 4/28/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Henry!

He is a seven-year-old, neutered, brown lop-mini.

He is old, and is looking for a quiet new home. Human companionship is very important, so he needs an owner who can spend some time and cuddle every day.

His adoption fee is $20.

For information about Henry, or any other animal, visit the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region's website, or stop by their office at 610 Abbot Lane.

4/26/2013

Information wanted in elk poaching case

Information wanted in elk poaching case

Posted 11:56 AM 4/26/2013 by Elaine Sheridan

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is looking for information on a poaching incident that took place last weekend.

Wildlife officers say that two cow elk were shot early Saturday, April 20 about 20-miles south of Westcliffe. The elk were found in a hay field adjacent to Highway 69 on (More)

4/24/2013

New Colorado pet? It could be shelter dogs and cats

New Colorado pet? It could be shelter dogs and cats

Posted 5:32 PM 4/24/2013 by Alyse Rzemek

DENVER (AP) - Shelter dogs and cats could be designated Colorado's state pet with a bill under consideration by lawmakers. The bill cleared a House committee on a 6-5 vote Wednesday. The proposal was brought forward by Colorado schoolchildren. Colorado already has an (More)

BLM considers spaying wild horses

4/20/2013

Pet on the Web- Max

Pet on the Web- Max

Posted 8:46 AM 4/20/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Max!

He is a five-month-old cocker spaniel puppy, who is neutered. He can be a little shy, but loves being social once he gets to know you.

Max's adoption fee is $200, which included a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, and a microchip.

For more information on Max, or any other animal, visit the Pueblo Animal Services website, or stop by their office by 2600 Eagleridge Place.

4/19/2013

Puppy dies after being tossed out of SUV

Puppy dies after being tossed out of SUV

Posted 2:20 PM 4/19/2013 by Elaine Sheridan

Investigators are looking for someone who may have thrown a 4-month old puppy out of a moving vehicle this morning.

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak region says a witness said they saw the dog tossed from a a newer, dark gray, small SUV at about 7:45 a.m. near the Village Inn (More)

4/18/2013

Thief snips hair off horse tail in Pavillion area

Thief snips hair off horse tail in Pavillion area

Posted 5:09 PM 4/18/2013 by Juice Godfrey

PAVILLION, Wyo. (AP) - A thief has snipped the hair off another horse tail in Wyoming. The latest theft happened in the Pavillion area. The Fremont County Sheriff's Office says the owner of the mare reported the theft Saturday but said the theft could have happened as long ago as (More)

4/16/2013

Wrinkled dog up for adoption in Texas gets surgery

Wrinkled dog up for adoption in Texas gets surgery

Posted 3:22 PM 4/16/2013 by Juice Godfrey

SAN ANTONIO (AP) - An excessively wrinkled dog has had surgery to help him see and hear better as caregivers in South Texas seek a home for the animal. The San Antonio Humane Society says a 2-year-old Chinese shar-pei named Sesame is available for adoption beginning Tuesday. Dr. (More)...

Mother of toddler mauled to death by pit bulls, facing charges

4/13/2013

Pet on the Web- Henley

Pet on the Web- Henley

Posted 8:16 AM 4/13/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Henley!

He is a four-year-old male Chihuahua. He is very shy, enjoys gentle attention, and is great on a leash. He will need an experience owner who is patient, and can help Henley through some of his fear and behavior issues.

The adoption fee is $130, which includes a voucher (More)

4/12/2013

Kids Fishing Events in SouthEastern Colorado

Kids Fishing Events in SouthEastern Colorado

Posted 11:13 AM 4/12/2013 by JD Downing

LAMAR - Boys, girls, moms, dads or anyone interested in fishing is invited to attend any or all of Colorado Parks and Wildlife's free fishing clinics in lower Arkansas River Valley this spring. "These events are geared toward children of all ages and are a great way for people to (More)

4/11/2013

Pet on the Web- Mason

Pet on the Web- Mason

Posted 5:08 AM 4/11/2013 by Jeff Langan

Met Mason!

He is a one-year-old white Australian Shepherd, who enjoys being a lap puppy.

The adoption fee is $80, which includes a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, and a microchip.

If you are interested in adopting Mason, or any other animal, head to the Pueblo Animal Service's website, or stop by their office by 4600 Eagleridge Place, for more information.

4/8/2013

Dog protection measure approved in Colo. Senate

Dog protection measure approved in Colo. Senate

Posted 10:52 AM 4/8/2013 by JD Downing

DENVER (AP) - Colorado's Senate has approved a dog-protection measure to require new training for law enforcement on how to handle canine encounters in the line of dutyThe bill appears to be the first of its kind in the nation. It was inspired by high-profile cases of questionable pet (More)

4/7/2013

Pet on the Web- Fritta

Pet on the Web- Fritta

Posted 8:26 AM 4/7/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Fritta! 

She is a three-year-old spayed brown tiger cat.

She can be shy, so she needs gentle attention at first. But she will warm up to you very fast!

Her adoption fee is $50, and comes with a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, and a microchip.

If you interested in adopting Fritta, or any other animal, visit the Pueblo Animal Services website, or stop by their office at 4600 Eagleridge Place in Pueblo.

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4/3/2013

Dog survives 9 days on frozen mountain pass

Dog survives 9 days on frozen mountain pass

Posted 1:51 PM 4/3/2013 by Juice Godfrey

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) - A dog suffered frostbite but survived after spending nine days on a frozen mountain pass near Aspen. Judy Dunn says her dog, Sophie, disappeared on Independence Pass. The dog was found on Monday after posters were circulated around town. According to (More)

Rare river otter spotted near Boulder

3/31/2013

Pet on the Web- Mimi

Pet on the Web- Mimi

Posted 8:24 AM 3/31/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Mimi!

Mimi is a four-year-old black Chihuahua, who is spayed.

She likes interacting with people, and loves to cuddle.

Her adoption fee is $80, which included a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, and a microchip.

If you are interested in adopting Mimi, or any other animal, visit the Pueblo Animal Services website, or stop by their office on 4600 Eagleridge Place in Pueblo.

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