Animal

Local News

Don’t fence me in: CPW officials warn of wildlife conflicts

can get stuck in fences, leading to fatal outcomes

January 3, 2024

Local News

Community support funding requests to city of Durango total nearly $1.8 million

grants help groups like Axis Health System, La Plata County Humane Society

October 9, 2023

Local News

Ordinance banning retail pet sales in Durango fails with scant support from City Council

attorney previously outlined concerns with restricting ethical breeders

August 4, 2023

Local News

Ban on retail pet sales to be considered by Durango City Council

Similar legislation in other Colorado cities mostly ‘feel good’ legislation, says assistant city manager

July 20, 2023

Local News

Renting is already difficult in Durango. Having a pet makes it tougher

Tenants face options: Pay hundreds in fees, move or surrender animals

June 14, 2023

Local News

La Plata County Humane Society hosts annual adopt-a-thon Friday and Saturday

hope to free up shelter space for new animals

June 1, 2023

New Mexico

Free, low-cost vaccines available for healthy dogs

drive-up clinic will over common canine vaccines

May 9, 2023

Regional News

Landlords must cap pet rent for residents under new bill headed to Polis’ desk

Democrats gave final approval, and now only need the governor’s signature to make it law

April 21, 2023

New Mexico

Northern New Mexico shelters prepare for kitten season, seek fosters

fostering reduces the risk of euthanasia

April 6, 2023

Local News

Photo: After the storms

Durango received a break in snowstorms Thursday, allowing for plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures, and pleasant conditions to walk…

March 2, 2023

Local News

One-of-a-kind snowboards to be auctioned for La Plata County Humane Society

artists donate their designs to bring in money for shelter animals

March 2, 2023

Local News

Parker’s Pet Rescue raises money for permanent building

nonprofit organization works to find permanent homes for abandoned animals

January 17, 2023

Southwest Life

What to know before gifting a turtle, bearded dragon or gator this holiday season

Keeping a reptile as a pet requires space, a sizable monthly budget for food and a plan for care when…

December 19, 2022

Local News

Baa-humbug: Dreading post-Christmas tree removal? Durangoats can help

spruces, firs and pines have a role in regenerating the Southwest

December 16, 2022

Local News

Bayfield man who killed three dogs and burned their bodies sentenced to jail

earlier plea agreement calling for no jail time was rejected

December 6, 2022

Local News

Humane society swelled to the seams with cats and dogs in need of good homes

Unprecedented numbers pack the shelter at time when surrenders outnumber adoptions

November 29, 2022

Local News

Facebook community helps reunite La Plata County pets with owners

Society volunteer Cathy Roberts has some advice for local and visiting pet owners

October 20, 2022

Local News

Rattlesnake activity picked up slightly sooner than usual in Durango area

Venomous bites should prompt fast trip to nearest hospital

August 4, 2022

Local News

Fundraiser for La Plata County Humane Society combines kittens with yoga

‘Meow-Maste’ brings attention to importance of animal foster care

July 16, 2022

Regional News

World’s ugliest dog, Mr. Happy Face, to help other animals that had a rough start

It’s truly a face only a mother could love – and she does

July 12, 2022

Local News

Baby elk caught behind fence prompts little action south of Durango

Wildlife officials say leaving animals like the one on County Road 220 alone is often best option

July 6, 2022

Local News

La Plata County Humane Society in ‘desperate’ need of dog fostering

Durango shelter to undergo renovations beginning next week

June 30, 2022

Local News

La Plata County man suspected of shooting, burning dogs

told law enforcement he and son argued the previous night

June 24, 2022

Local News

Southwest Colorado’s farmers adapt to rising prices

Inflation, war in Ukraine and the pandemic have led to increases in fertilizers, feed

June 10, 2022