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6/15/2013

Humane Society looking to reunite pets with owners

Posted 3:09 PM 6/15/2013 by Jeff Langan

The Humane Society is still looking to reunite lost pets with their owners.

More than one hundred pets have been reunited with owners, but there are still a lot of lost animals.

There are more than 150 at their office, 40 at Palmer Ridge High School, and more than 600 animals (More)

6/2/2013

Compromise forged on Breckenridge lynx habitat

Posted 1:34 PM 6/2/2013 by Jacqui Heinrich, jheinrich@koaa.com

Endangered horse foal born at Denver Zoo

Pet on the Web- Pixie

6/1/2013

Pet on the Web- Celeste

Posted 8:38 AM 6/1/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Celeste!

She is a seven-month-old spayed Labrador retriever, who is very social and likes everyone she meets.

Her adoption fee is $80, which includes a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, 45-days of health insurance, and a microchip.

If you are interested in Celeste, or any other animal, visit the Pueblo Animal Service's website, or stop by their office by 4600 Eagleridge Place for more information.

5/30/2013

Horses seized in abuse case available for adoption

Posted 8:42 AM 5/31/2013 by Elaine Sheridan

In mid-April, Pueblo Animal Services (PAS) Animal Law Enforcement impounded four horses from a residence in Boone. Jet, Cash, Lois and Shadow were reported to be all very thin and neglected by their former owner and their ribs were clearly visible through their winter coats. It is something that (More)

5/26/2013

Pet on the Web- Larry

Posted 11:15 AM 5/26/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Larry!

He is a two-year-old neutered black kitty. He loves to walk around and investigate everything.

His adoption is free, and includes a voucher for a vet exam, vaccinations, 45-days of health insurance, and a microchip.

For more information on Larry, or any other animal, head to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region's website, or stop by their office at 610 Abbot Lane.

Pet on the Web- Orion

5/22/2013

Do you spend a lot on your pet?

Posted 2:05 AM 5/22/2013 by Lacey Steele

Pet parents are going to the dogs.

Nearly half of dog owners spend $50 a month on their animals, compared to fewer than 40% of cat owners.

That's according to a survey from CouponCabin.com.

Nearly a quarter of pet owners fess up to holding or attending a birthday celebration for an animal.

That number is also higher for dog owners than cat owners.

5/19/2013

Pet on the Web- Susie Q and Tootsie

Posted 8:28 AM 5/19/2013 by Jeff Langan

Meet Susie Q and Tootsie!

They are a bonded pair of spayed terriers. Susie Q is 11 and Tootsie is 10.

The girls have been together their whole lives, and are looking for a home where they can stay together.

Their adoption fee is $67 for both, and each dog gets a voucher for a (More)

5/18/2013

Pet on the Web- Goliath

Posted 8:18 AM 5/18/2013 by Jeff Langan

Met Goliath!

He is a six-year-old black Labrador retriever mastiff mix.

Goliath is a big boy, at 110 pounds, and can be quite strong. He's looking for an experienced owner to help with some leash manners.

His adoption fee is $130, and includes a voucher for a vet exam, a (More)

5/13/2013

Renovations underway for "City Bark"

Posted 5:02 PM 5/13/2013 by Alyse Rzemek

The "City Bark at City Park" on Goodnight Avenue is undergoing renovations. On Monday, crews started working on areas of the dog park. The Pueblo City Parks and Recreation division plan to add restrooms, turf, trees and an area for small dogs.

The dirt section of "City Bark" is open, while renovations get started. However, the dog park will be closed completely in the next month as work progresses.

The estimated cost for the renovations are at $100,000.