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
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
La Plata County Humane Society in ‘desperate’ need of dog fostering Durango shelter to undergo renovations beginning next week June 30, 2022
La Plata County man suspected of shooting, burning dogs told law enforcement he and son argued the previous night June 24, 2022
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
Environmental groups partner to highlight pollinators’ crucial role Workshop will teach property owners how create habitat for bees, butterflies and other insects May 17, 2022
Middle school students learn joys, heartache of caring for lambs Veterinary science class visits J. Paul Brown’s ranch to observe birthing May 11, 2022
Lower rates of chronic wasting disease found in Southwest Colorado Environmental factors, geography could play a role in limiting the neurological illness May 10, 2022
Marvel the mustang: the first horse gathered from Mesa Verde National Park what his success story may mean for the future of horse gathering at the national park April 14, 2022
Law officers seek man suspected of dragging dog behind car near Cortez Edward Martinez is wanted on arrest warrant after failing to appear in Montezuma County court April 12, 2022
Spring migrations spur safety warnings from Colorado Parks and Wildlife Drivers should watch for animals at dawn and dusk April 6, 2022
Citizen scientists play key role in tracking bighorn sheep Mountain Studies Institute’s project supports work of public land and wildlife agencies March 31, 2022
CPW offers $1 million in grants to reduce human-bear conflicts Governments, tribes, businesses and individuals eligible for awards of $50,000 to $500,000 for projects March 16, 2022
Human-bear conflicts down in 2021 in Southwest Colorado Abundant food and bear-proof trash cans helped limit interactions March 3, 2022
Hunting faces numerous challenges as Southwest Colorado grows for licenses, population growth are just two questions amid booming popularity March 3, 2022
Firefighters save a cat, two dogs; dilapidated house is demolished started Tuesday evening southeast of Bayfield February 24, 2022
Gray fox in La Plata County tests positive for transmissible disease Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to vaccinate pets, avoid contact with wild animals February 8, 2022
What role can bison play in the future of sustainable ranching? Operation in Hesperus models regenerative agriculture to guide a new generation of ranchers January 29, 2022
Beavers force removal of trees along Durango’s Animas River Trail and Recreation cut down three cottonwoods at risk of falling January 25, 2022
Dog alerts couple to drowning Rottweiler in icy Dolores River chief: what to do if you find yourself in a similar situation January 8, 2022
Colorado dog that was missing for 2 weeks rescued from ledge Jessie Lee went missing for two weeks and was rescued from a ledge about 50 yards above a creek and… December 16, 2021
Bayfield man suspected of mutilating dog by dragging it behind his car near Cortez Sheriff: Dustin Edward Martinez refused to have his dog euthanized after a witness took him and his dog to vet December 3, 2021
In Colorado, wildlife disease is the next frontier of climate change temperatures, limited surveillance could make illnesses harder to control November 4, 2021
Obe’s Angels to the rescue with new thrift store Meet Pixie and Pearl — two playful pups up for adoption. They were present at the soft opening of Obe's… October 9, 2021
