Animal

Local News

Photos: Flock set free

La Plata County Animal Control Officer Shaley Murphy chases off a flock of ducks that were squatting behind a fence…

April 17, 2025

Local News

New veterinary clinic in Durango provides low-cost care to pets that need it most

Animal Sanctuary posts up at 1401 Main Ave.

April 3, 2025

Local News

Free vet clinic supports unhoused pet owners

soup kitchen and the Street Dog Coalition partner to provide care

March 19, 2025

Local News

Wolfwood Refuge near Ignacio rescues 15 hybrids from ‘torturous’ Ohio fur farm

Sanctuary a source of wolfdog education, experience

January 31, 2025

Local News

Photos: Pets with Santa

Plata County Humane Society holds its annual fundraiser Pet Photos with Santa at Creature Comforts in Durango

November 23, 2024

Local News

Man finds two dead goats dumped on his property northwest of Bayfield

Plata County Animal Protection does not suspect foul play

November 15, 2024

Local News

Pop-up clinic treats hundreds of pets in Towaoc

the three pop-up clinics RezDawg Rescue has had in Towaoc, an estimated 900 pets have been cared for

October 26, 2024

Religion

Learning about God from dogs

Brother Luke, an Orthodox Christian monk, holds his 10-week-old German shepherd Pyrena on the grounds of the New Skete monastery,…

October 24, 2024

Nation & World

Should elephants have the same rights as people?

A Colorado court may decide This undated photo provided by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo shows elephants Kimba, front, and Lucky,…

October 24, 2024

Local News

Durango police capture kangaroo on the loose

camera footage shows apprehension of pet

October 23, 2024

Local News

La Plata County Humane Society restores ‘thrift’ to Thrift Store with reduced prices

are easier to find in reorganized resale space

October 7, 2024

Gallery

Video: Sheep are baaah-ck for Bayfield Heritage Days

1,000 sheep move along down Buck Highway during the annual event on Saturday

September 28, 2024

Gallery

Photos: Sheep are baaah-ck for Bayfield Heritage Days

1,000 sheep move along down Buck Highway during the annual event on Saturday

September 28, 2024

Local News

Junior livestock participants show pride at La Plata County Fair

‘I learned how to establish a routine and just to work hard and value it’

August 10, 2024

Local News

For Durango’s unhoused population, pet ownership is a burden and a blessing

help protect owners and keep them warm in winter, but make it hard to find jobs and housing

July 10, 2024

Regional News

It’s a pup! Colorado wildlife officials confirm Grand County wolves have reproduced.

of the nine surviving wolves transplanted to Colorado have mated. Their success means they’re officially a pack, known as the…

June 21, 2024

Community

Dolores dog faces long recovery after severe abuse; suspect awaits trial

suffers piercing head wounds, undergoes surgeries

June 20, 2024

Local News

Photo: Making a new friend

Fifth annual BurroFest held Saturday in Mancos Carlos the burro receives some affection during the fifth annual BurroFest on Saturday…

June 15, 2024

Local News

Dapper Dog’s longtime groomer now overseeing business

Arthur has been with La Plata County mobile dog grooming business since 2019

May 14, 2024

Local News

Durango kennel-free cattery brings 12 cats displaced by Lahaina fire back to mainland

Care Durango a sanctuary, shelter and rescue all rolled into one

April 10, 2024

Tri-Cities

Farmington man accused of ‘kicking, stomping and slamming’ his dog

Wyley Pettit also accused of failing to register as a convicted sex offender

March 23, 2024

Community

Local animal rescue nonprofits reiterate need for resources and funding

Despite low funding, animal rescue organizations and officers are continuing to do what they can in the community

March 21, 2024

Local News

Three-legged dogs care less about injuries than some owners

‘Tripawds’ tend to live happy, normal lives, despite humans feeling bad for them

February 12, 2024

Local News

First year with bear resource officer deemed successful

Clarence Dotson responded to 31 hotline calls during bear season

January 9, 2024