Humane Colorado • 11 Oct 2025 The Vital Role of Veterinary Technicians in Animal Welfare Organizations “Veterinary Technicians are the heart of patient care and client connections.” – Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, VTS (Nutrition), Science Communications Specialist at Hill’s It’s Vet Tech Appreciation Week! Veterinary technicians undergo extensive education to support veterinarians, people and their pets. Veterinary technicians play a…
agormann • 30 Sep 2025 Factchecking Shelter Dog Myths for Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month Every year, we receive hundreds of letters expressing gratitude for the joy their adopted pet brings. In many, the consensus is clear – shelter dogs make some of the best pets. However, many people still hold misconceptions about the health, safety, and adoptability of shelter dogs. October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog…
Humane Colorado • 17 Sep 2025 Humane Colorado Announces Appointment of New President and CEO Denver, Colo., (September 18, 2025) – The Humane Colorado Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Katie Parker as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 3, 2026. After more than a decade of remarkable service, current President and CEO, Dr. Apryl Steele,…
Humane Colorado • 14 Sep 2025 Golden Odie: Caring for a deaf dog brings joy to family The Hill’s 2025 State of Sheltering Report highlights a growing concern – people don’t feel like they are capable of being good enough pet owners whether it is due to expense, experience, or time. This is, in part, why deaf dogs face greater barriers to adoption than other animals in…
Humane Colorado • 26 Aug 2025 Be the change: Fostering in Pet Assist program “For me, the Pet Assist program is really an illustration of how caring for animals might also mean caring for people.” Without a doubt, the work we do to care for Colorado’s most vulnerable animals would not be possible without our incredible team of volunteers. In our kennels,…
Humane Colorado • 04 Aug 2025 Over 70 Horses Rescued in Rural Colorado Require Urgent Support Humane Colorado calls for community support to provide rescued horses with the care they need to begin their recovery. FRANKTOWN, Col., (Aug. 5, 2025) – Dozens of horses are beginning a new chapter after being rescued from what appears to be severe neglect in rural Colorado. But their…
Humane Colorado • 31 Jul 2025 Things to consider before adopting a pet Adopting a pet can be a big decision and an even bigger change to your lifestyle and routine. Before you open your home to another life, take time to make sure you are ready, capable, and prepared. While some companion animals have shorter lifespans, many pets can live up…
agormann • 29 Jul 2025 Humane Colorado joins NBCU Local’s “Clear the Shelters” pet adoption & donation campaign this August. Nationwide Initiative Has Led to Nearly 1.2 Million Adoptions & Raised More Than $5 Million Since 2015 DENVER, Colo., (July 30, 2025) – Humane Colorado has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 11th annual Clear the Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign scheduled for Aug. 1 to 31. As a part…
Humane Colorado • 13 Jul 2025 Nearly 100 Cats Rescued from Dangerous Conditions in Western Colorado Humane Colorado calls for emergency donations to support ongoing medical and behavioral care. Denver, Colo., (July 14, 2025) – On Saturday June 21, Humane Colorado responded to a large-scale animal neglect case in western Colorado involving more than 250 pet animals including nearly 100 Bengal and Siamese mix cats…
Humane Colorado • 07 Jul 2025 Summer Safety Tips: How to keep your dog cool as the days get hot Summer in Colorado means plenty of fun and adventure. As the days get longer, we spend more time outside, exposing ourselves AND our dogs to heat-related ailments. We’re here to help with summer safety tips for keeping your dog cool and comfortable all summer long. Enjoy the mornings…
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Humane Colorado • 09 Jun 2025 Peepers Positivity Shines Through Cost of care is often a contributing factor when people surrender their pets to animal shelters. The average cost of care for a cat in a home is between $700 and $3,000 a year for necessities and routine vet care. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of…
Humane Colorado • 29 May 2025 What to know about canine seasonal allergies The weather is getting warmer and with it, everything is in bloom. Allergy season doesn’t just affect us humans, our pets are susceptible to allergies too! One of our veterinarians, Dr. Christina Lavery, spoke with Forbes to discuss pet allergies, cat and dog allergy symptoms, and best treatments for severe…
Humane Colorado • 26 May 2025 Humane Colorado Receives $290,000 Grant from The Rachael Ray Foundation Generous contribution will support programs to end pet homelessness and animal suffering. Denver, CO – May 27, 2025 – Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League, is thrilled to announce a generous grant award of $290,000 from The Rachael Ray Foundation. This significant, unrestricted contribution will provide hope and…