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• Investigation continues into Colorado Springs puppy death

  April 20, 2013 7:13 PM

  Friday morning, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region notified news outlets of an active investigation into an animal cruelty case. Around 7:45 a.m., a "witness" reported seeing a 4-month-old Australian cattle dog puppy being thrown out of a moving SUV. The "witness" identified the vehicle as... more »

• Dog strangulation case appears difficult to prove Play Video

  June 1, 2012 12:31 AM

  The Humane Society believed a local soldier when he told their investigator that he strangling his dog to death along with a stray in the neighborhood. However, SPC Brian Jones, 28, now says he is falsely accused. According to the arrest warrant , Jones admitted to strangling a three... more »

• UPDATE: abuse suspect denies strangling charge Play Video

  May 31, 2012 7:45 PM

  We're getting very different accounts of an alleged animal abuse case involving a Fort Carson Soldier. Animal welfare officers say 28 year-old Brian Jones admitted to strangled two dogs to relieve homicidal urges. However, he says it never happened. Specialist Jones was formally charged with one count of Cruelty... more »

• Abuse suspect received probation in two previous cases Play Video

  January 10, 2012 7:57 PM

  The Pueblo County woman who had more than 60 animals taken from her property has a history of animal abuse. Valeria Harris, 55, has pleaded guilty on two previous occasions for animal cruelty, but this latest case is certainly the largest. Investigators reported not finding any food or water... more »

• Cruelty case could cost thousands

  January 10, 2012 1:01 PM

  At minimum it will cost Pueblo Animal Services and the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region $20,000 to care for the 34 horses, 31 dogs and a llama that seized from a Boone woman's property Friday. This is the third time Valerie Harris, 55, has been charged with... more »

• 3 dozen rabbits found; Humane Society apologizes for slow response Play Video

  November 21, 2011 6:25 PM

  Local animal groups are trying to find homes for more than three dozen rabbits, which were likely dumped Sunday night off of Mark Dabling Boulevard - just south of Woodmen Road. People in the area started picked up rabbits they found around 10 p.m. Witnesses say there may have... more »

• Come experience a whole new breed of excitement

  October 8, 2011 5:47 AM

  It's the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region's (HSPPR) 3rd Annual Pawtoberfest held in America the Beautiful Park this morning. Choose from a 5K timed run or fun walk with or without your dog. Each participant may run/walk with up to two leashed dogs. Around 20 local... more »

• Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region launches community outreach program with "The Snipster"

  September 14, 2011 12:55 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS-In a mission to help decrease the pet overpopulation in the Pikes Peak Region, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region has introduced "The Snipster" a mobile spay and neuter clinic that is performing onsite sterilizations and vaccinations on cats in areas where services aren't readily available. ... more »

• Close call for pup gives a reminder to pet owners

  June 25, 2011 12:28 AM

  "He was pretty happy to get out of the car," Erica Meyer, with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, tells News First 5 after a dog had to be removed from a SUV parked near Southgate Road in Colorado Springs Friday. Someone called in about the dog... more »

• Famous dog trainer to be at FUR-R-R Ball

  March 9, 2010 3:33 PM

  Mark your calendars: the 13th annual "FUR~R~R Ball", sponsored by News First 5 and 719Pets.com, takes place on Saturday, May 1st, 2010 at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort. This year one of the world's most recognized and respected dog trainers, Victoria Stilwell, will be the "FUR~R~R Ball's" special guest speaker. Born... more »

• Unwanted LA Chihuahuas ready for adoption

  January 29, 2010 8:44 PM

  More than two dozen dogs that got tossed out in a fading trend are looking for new homes in Colorado Springs. The 25 Chihuahua's, Miniature Poodles and other small breeds have arrived from Los Angeles where a breeding boom had caused over population and strained shelters. Erin Carroll... more »

• Sled dogs taken in by several shelters, including Colorado Springs

  December 18, 2009 10:35 PM

  Nearly 100 malnourished dogs were found at a sled dog racing business, near Hartsel. Eight others were dead. 100 dogs is a lot to care for, so state authorities are pooling resources to help out. Ten of the dogs were brought to the Humane Society of the Pikes... more »

• El Paso County looking at contracting out animal control, again

  December 9, 2009 7:06 PM

  El Paso County may soon be contracting out, once again, for animal control. Right now, the city works with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region for field calls, but the county had to drop its contract because of budget constraints. However, on Thursday, Commissioners will be voting... more »

• K9-5K & Pawtober Fest this Saturday

  October 14, 2009 12:06 PM

  Does your dog perform the best trick around? Can her howl shatter fine crystal? Calling all dogs (and their owners)--this Saturday is the K9-5K and Pawtober Fest at Nosh and Alamo Square Park in Colorado Springs. This fundraiser for the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region features a howling-good... more »