Mar 18 2024
Docupet is now the official pet licensing center for the City of Longmont, as all dogs and cats must be yearly licensed and vaccinated against rabies. The city believes proper identification is critical to safely reuniting pets with their owners. Of the 6.5 million pets that enter shelters, about 11% are reunited with their owners. …
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Aug 07 2023
In June, the board of the Humane Society of Weld County (HSWC) announced that the organization will dissolve and transfer its assets, including the animal shelter located at 1620 42nd Street in Evans, to Larimer Humane Society (LHS) on October 2, 2023. As of that date, LHS will assume full responsibility for providing animal welfare …
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Sep 20 2022
We recently wrapped up our 2022 Critter Camp summer season, providing three full weeks of hands-on activities, animal presentations, educational discussions, tours, and games on the lawn, all here at the shelter. Larimer Humane Society strongly believes that compassion for animals tomorrow begins with education today. To back this up, our shelter runs a multifaceted …
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Sep 20 2022
Summers are hot enough as is, and a heat wave can make venturing outside almost unbearable. When temperatures begin to climb, pets turn to you for a way to keep cool. Heat waves make it more difficult to exercise and stay hydrated, ultimately increasing the risk of hyperthermia and heat exhaustion in dogs and cats. …
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Sep 20 2022
Cat lovers who want a new furry family member often turn to kittens for companionship. It’s hard to resist kittens, with their tiny paws and fuzzy bodies that fit in the palm of your hand. Kittens deserve a loving home, but so do the senior cats that often get overlooked. Kittens get so much attention, …
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Aug 06 2022
As Colorado braces itself for red flag warnings and the looming threat of wildfires, New Mexico has already endured a historic wildfire season that began with the eruption of the Calf Canyon Fire back in April. After merging with another wildfire, the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire blazed through nearly 320,000 acres, setting the record for …
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Aug 06 2022
Your cat stares longingly out the window, hoping to one day explore the outside world. Pet parents often find that transitioning their cats to an indoor-outdoor lifestyle is far more enriching than keeping them cooped up in the house. A romp through the neighborhood can give your kitty some much-needed independence. However, it’s also worth …
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Jul 18 2022
Denver Animal Protection reminds residents, ‘If you love ‘em, leave ‘em at home’ It’s not even summer yet, but our temperatures already feel like it, with another round of consecutive 90-degree days upon us. Denver Animal Protection (DAP) reminds residents to never leave their pets alone in vehicles. The best advice to pet owners this …
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May 02 2022
If there’s one thing our pets love, it’s eating things they shouldn’t. Pet parents often catch their mischievous fur babies pawing at bags of fertilizer or open food containers. Curiosity gets the better of them, leaving you to anxiously await their prognosis in the vet hospital’s waiting room. Stay one step ahead of your pet …
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Apr 01 2022
“I need your help,” my friend said. “I’ve tried to think of everything. I need to know who will give my dogs a new, future home. I’d like to keep them together, if possible.” With that as the kicker, I set about sending emails concerning her dogs. For all of us with furry family friends, …
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Jan 10 2022
The New Year has begun and while you may have set resolutions for yourself, have you also set them for your furry family member? Just like you, a loving pet could benefit from improvements made to their daily wellness routine. To start off the year right, here are some ideas which will help promote a …
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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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