Mar 01 2022
It’s something that happens to all of us who have dogs. You’re sitting on the couch with your furry family member, and a familiar smell starts to take over. The smell? Corn chips. First, what is causing this smell on my dog’s feet? The primary method for a dog to sweat is through their feet. …
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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 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 23 2021
In July, the Larimer Humane Society Board appointed Nicholas (Nick) Gilman, an experienced leader in animal welfare, as their new CEO. Nick has spent his entire career working to reduce companion animal homelessness, enhance the human-animal bond, and develop programs that benefit people and animals throughout the communities in which he has served. Nick has …
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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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Jul 01 2021
July is one of the hottest months each year in Colorado, with daily highs reaching on average 87 degrees. Fittingly, July is National Pet Hydration Month, shedding light, for pet owners, on the symptoms and dangers of dehydration and overhydration. Common symptoms of pet dehydration include: • Loss of appetite • Reduced energy levels • …
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May 01 2021
Pets stray from owners more frequently than you might realize, which makes the observance of National Chip Your Pet Month each May a good time to ensure your pet is microchipped and to verify their microchip information is up to date. A microchip is the size of a grain of rice and is implanted just …
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Apr 01 2021
Spring is here, and it seems as though everyone (canine pals included) is ready to get back to outdoor activity after resting through the winter. April is Canine Fitness Month, which encourages us to develop a healthier lifestyle and a stronger bond with our furry family members. Regular exercise is essential to your dog for …
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Mar 01 2021
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, which was established to both raise awareness and prevent illness in pets. Poison prevention should be a priority for pet owners throughout the year as toxins that threaten our furry family members abound. Pets can become very ill after ingesting many common household foods, products, and plants. To …
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Feb 11 2021
It’s not uncommon to see bonded animal pairs come into the shelter, whether surrendered together or arriving following the incapacity or passing of an owner. Whenever possible, we work to place bonded pairs together – a scenario that boasts benefits both to the animals and their new adopters. Here are a few benefits of adopting …
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