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16
Feb 2024
Puppy Love

By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-chair The 2024 Super Bowl that went into overtime was an exciting game. However, the 2024 Puppy Bowl was equally exciting and definitely the cutest competition in sports. Warner Bros. Discovery and Best Friends Animal Society partnered to “stage” the event in order to ”spotlight” pet adoption. This year, the 20th Puppy Bowl broke records with 132 adoptable pets from 73 shelters across 36 states competing to win the Lombarky Trophy. Team Ruff squeaked past Team Fluff with a final score of 72 to 69, with Team Ruff’s......

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14
Feb 2024
Pets of the Week - Heart of the Rockies Radio

Happy Valentine’s Day from our Heart of the Rockies Radio News PETS of the week, Indy & Addie <3 Indy and Addie are both 1-year-old female domestic shorthair mixes. This loving duo is looking for a home together. They both get along with dogs. They can be slow to warm up, but once you gain their trust they’re big cuddle bugs who you will LOVE to spend time with.   Do you have room in your home and heart for two young, loving cats? If so please start by filling out an......

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14
Feb 2024
Is your pet your favorite valentine?

By: Judy Lore, AVHS Volunteer columnist My two very large dogs are my favorite Valentines. As I was searching for ideas for special treats to make them, I happened upon a wonderful new internet site for pets: Miss Molly Says.com. I’ll share a peanut butter snack recipe for dogs with you at the end (and a recipe for a cat treat). We all know peanut butter is a favorite of dogs, but is it safe for them? And is it safe for cats? It is not advised for cats. For dogs be......

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07
Feb 2024
Pets of the Week - Heart of the Rockies Radio

Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News PETS of the week, Stasia & Copper!  Stasia is a 9-year-old female Shepherd mix and Copper is a 5-year-old male American Pit Bull Terrier mix. This loving duo will make a great addition to any dog-loving home.❤ They have excellent manners, are leash trained, potty trained and are both sweet as can be! You have to see Copper’s adorable smile and Stasia’s ‘Sit Pretty’ in person! This pair would love to find a home together.   PS Since they are our PETS of the......

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05
Feb 2024
Special and Lovable

By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-Chair “We have developed a bond with and a love for our Aussie, Ellie, deeper than any dog that has ever been part of our life because of the intimacy of the communication style forced upon us.” This is how Sarah and her husband Bob describe their lives with Ellie who is deaf and visually impaired. They adopted her as a pup in 2018, knowing she had special needs and would need specialized care. “Life with Ellie had its challenges, and we had to learn to adapt. We......

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31
Jan 2024
Pets of the Week - Heart of the Rockies Radio

Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Chloe!  We’re very surprised that snuggly, sweet Chloe hasn’t been scooped up yet. She is one of the most loving and sweet dogs that you will meet! Chloe is dog and kid-friendly, but is looking for a cat-free home.   She loves to cuddle up next to you on the couch, watching her favorite shows. When you first greet Chloe she will likely roll onto her back so you can give her plenty of belly rubs.   At only 2......

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28
Jan 2024
Siren's Story

By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-Chair This past year, the programs and services provided by Ark-Valley Humane Society helped change the lives of 1,546 cats and dogs. Siren loudly meows to you that hers was one of those lives changed for the better when she was found and brought to Ark-Valley Humane Society. Siren was found under the stage at the Lariat in Buena Vista. Kind rescuers disassembled the stage to safely extricate her and brought her to our AVHS shelter. Sadly, she had a spinal injury that left her unable to walk.......

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21
Jan 2024
Winter at Ark-Valley Humane Society

By: Nikki Ritter, AVHS Executive Director Snow has begun to blanket our valley as scents of hot cocoa, wood fire stoves, and hearty meals fill the air. With the cold winds of winter nipping at our heels, I would like to share our gratitude to those members of our community who brave this cold weather, making the dedicated journey to come to AVHS to volunteer and foster. In 2023 we saw our volunteers and foster families step up to help the shelter in big ways. As we worked through our staff transition......

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17
Jan 2024
Pets of the Week - Heart of the Rockies Radio

Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Azula! Azula joined our shelter over the weekend along with 8 feline friends from a nearby shelter in need. At the time our cat room was nearly empty and we were thrilled to welcome 9 new furry companions! Azula, an 8-month-old domestic shorthair mix, is a sweetheart who adores everyone she meets. As soon as you open her kennel, she’ll shower you with head bumps and purrs. Please share this post and help Azula find her forever home! PS since......

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15
Jan 2024
Chat With Your Cat

By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-chair & volunteer Cat owners, admit it, you talk to your cats, even creating dialogue prompted by questions you believe they are asking you. (We dog owners do that, too.) Talking with our pets is a way we bond, show love, and pay attention to what is going on with our furry friends. It is healthy for both animal and human. Every morning I am greeted by photos of a dear friend’s cat, Penelope. I reply with what I believe Penelope is thinking, what she is saying if......

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