Leash love: Keeping your dog close to you

…leashing your dog. Here’s why leashing your dog should always be a priority. Best Practices: It’s extremely important to keep your pet on a leash to protect them, other pets,…

Is your pet protected?

…Each year, veterinarians vaccinate over 40 million cats and dogs, greatly lowering the chances of rabies transmission to people and pets. Here are a few of the best ways you…

Training Tips For a Well-Behaved Pup

…bond between you and your dog. Have you ever wished that you and your dog could speak to each other? Well, training is the best way to learn how to…

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…treat or two. I would do best in a home dedicated to training and willing to work with me on my body handling sensitivities and manners with other dogs. But…

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…crate trained. I have not lived with children and would do best in a mature home due to my shyness. I will need supervision when outdoors and around open doors….

The 3-3-3 rule – your guide to a successful dog adoption

This is Stella Rose, a sweet three-year-old Anatolian Shepherd that came into Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) as a stray earlier this summer. Despite our best efforts…

Meet HSPPR Spokesdog Griffin!

…then, I’ve been living my best dog life alongside my human parents, two awesome dog sisters, and three curious cat siblings. My personality? Oh, I’ve got plenty of that! Sweet,…

Healthy Smiles, Happy Pets: Celebrating Pet Dental Health Month

…small breeds are more prone to retain baby teeth. Prevention is Key The best way to ensure your pet’s dental health is to prevent problems before they start. Here are…

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I am shy at first but once I feel safe I will be your bestfriend. I have indoor outdoor experience and I have lived with other cats and kids. I…

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** I will do best as the only pet in the home** ** I’m shy; a quiet home would be ideal for me** ** I may need time to adjust…

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Missy is such a sweet senior girl! Staff have noticed that she can get overwhelmed by medical procedures, and would do best in a quiet home where her family can…

FAQs for Strep Zoo

…bring it home to your pets, but there are precautions you can take. Since there’s no vaccine, the best way to protect your animals is by minimizing the chance of…

Bite Blotter

…to best resolve each situation. To report a dangerous/aggressive animal situation involving a domestic pet, call Animal Law Enforcement at 719.302.8798, or call 911. If you are active military, contact…

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Meet Bear! I enjoy playing fetch, getting treats, and being with my family. I am crate and potty trained. I have lived with children but would do best as the…

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…overstimulated and stop petting them as soon as the behaviors begin. It is best to not encourage overstimulated behaviors so you can “teach” your cat how to accept attention appropriately….

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I’m shy and would do best as the only guinea pig as I do not like to share my space!…

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Rudi is such a squish! He loves people, but it doesn’t appear that he’s ever been introduced to a leash. As a result, he would do best in a home…

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…so may do best in a mature home. Benny has lived with another dog but slow and proper intros are needed. Benny is potty trained but will need help with…