Meet HSPPR’s Newest Board Member!

…chaired six Fur Ball fundraising events, nine Pawtoberfests, and co-chaired the last two capital campaigns. She joined the Board in January 2023. Vickie’s husband Gaylord owns and operates AA Construction…

Tis’ the Season for Trick-or-Truth

…valid ID and interviewing the new family, to make sure all of our pets are going to the best possible homes every time. Trick 5: We only put up perfect…

Treating and Preventing Illnesses in Pets

…to keeping your pet at a healthy weight. Your veterinarian can provide a range that would be best for your pet, and following a recommended diet with the approriate amount…

FAQs

…adoptions include: spay/neuter surgery, a voucher for free veterinary exam (within 14 days of adoption), vaccinations, and microchip. What if I don’t want to spay/neuter the pet I adopt? We…

Stranger Danger: A Guide for Anxious Dogs

…of the Pikes Peak Region spoke with Jenni Pfafman, a Fear Free Certified trainer, about why “stranger danger” exists with some dogs and the best practices to help your dog…

What To Do if You Find a Cat Outdoors

…Pay attention to what the cat is telling you. Does his fur look clean and nice? Is he at a healthy weight? Is he walking, talking, and acting normal? If…

What to Do if You Lose or Find a Pet

…to look through our kennels every few days. We do our best to match lost reports with animals coming into the shelter. But dozens of pets come through our doors…

Socially Conscious Sheltering Explained

…homes, and transfer partners, to see what plan of action would result in the best outcome for this particular pet. This way, we can best meet the needs of that…

COS Court-Ordered Community Service

…1 Ready to volunteer? If you meet the below requirements, email volunteer@hsppr.org and we will send you our application, background check, e-learnings, and link to pay the volunteer fee. 2…

Community Animal Response Team (CART)

…boarding facility. 1 Submit an application Submit a volunteer application, complete the background check, and pay the volunteer fee for your t-shirt, name tag, and training materials. Individuals with past…

Three Paws for Shelter Dogs

…inability to pay for pet care are among many reasons that play into why people give up their pets. Another perk of shelter dogs is that they frequently arrive at…

When a Beloved Pet Passes

…Memorial, our crematory partner here at Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, offers urns, paw prints, and other memorial items. Others choose to pay tribute to their pet by…

Workin’ Like a Dog or Workin’ With a Dog

…and life), a health reimbursement arrangement, short-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Time off, including personal time off, sick pay, and holidays/floating holidays A 401(k) retirement option with matching…

Winter Safety Tips for Pets

…to wipe it off as soon as possible. Know your pet’s limits. Cold tolerance in animals varies, just like in humans. Pay attention to their behavior, know their tolerance, and…

Litterbox Issues: Tips for Your House Soiling Cat

…Pay attention to their preference for either low hiding spaces or vertical spaces (is your cat a tree-dweller or a bush-dweller?). Create a safe space to eat. Recognize their wet…

Protect Your Pet This Winter

…like in humans. Pay attention to their behavior, know their tolerance, and adjust accordingly. Does your dog have a long, short, thick, or thin coat? Do they have arthritis, diabetes,…

ALE OS

…quarantine or testing of the biting animal. I understand that I am financially responsible for these costs and will be billed for these costs if I cannot pay today. Electronic…

ALE OSE

…biting animal. I understand that I am financially responsible for these costs and will be billed for these costs if I cannot pay today. Electronic Signature Date MM slash DD…