Throughout early 2026, a gentle soul filled our Harmony Equine Center pastures, pens, and stalls with his sweetness and love. Bobsled, like most other equines at Harmony Equine Center, came to us from a dire situation, lacking the care and connection he has always given to others.
To celebrate Veterans Day, we’re sharing Jon and Jimmy’s story of connection and compassion, highlighting the impact of the human-animal bonds that help Veterans transition back into civilian life. This article was originally published in our Spring/Summer 2026 edition of Pet Tales. Read the latest.
Every year, we meet and bond with thousands of animals on their journeys, from the puppies that have us cooing to the gray muzzles that only want to snuggle. Because of misconceptions about what it means to care for a senior pet, they may stay in shelters a little…
This article was originally featured in our Spring/Summer edition of Pet Tales! Read the latest here. To celebrate National Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week, we’re sharing Panela’s story to highlight how veterinary technicians go above and beyond for shelter animals, including opening their homes to…
During our last fiscal year (July 2025 to June 2026), we welcomed over 17,000 animals into our care. Many – almost 2,000! – were lost pets we happily reunited with the families that love them. Some pets and equines are surrendered to us due to unforeseen circumstances.
Are you ready for some football?! The season opener is on Monday, September 14, when our Denver Broncos play the Kansas City Chiefs! To celebrate the return of Football Season, we’re sharing a story from our most recent edition of Pet Tales! Much like…
Content warning: a photo of a shotgun wound Annie suffered prior to coming to Humane Colorado’s Harmony Equine Center is featured in this article. At our Harmony Equine Center in Franktown, our expert teams provide critical care and rehabilitation to horses and other equines who have experienced…
From the day we meet them to the day we say goodbye, our pets make an unbelievable impact on our lives. The bonds we build with them over the course of their lifetime bring us joy, comfort, and companionship. It isn’t always easy, but the love and resilience out…
Over the last year, we welcomed 17,213 lost and homeless pets to our three shelters, providing them with the individualized care necessary to heal and begin anew. While the needs of these animals vary, many are seen by our team of shelter veterinary professionals, a group dedicated to nurturing…
Ask anyone who works or volunteers at Humane Colorado, and they’ll tell you the role comes with one very specific, universal risk (aka perk): At some point, you’re likely to bring at least one animal friend home with you. It’s difficult to resist when every day you see their…
If you are one of the billions who has ever been overcome by the sight of stars, then you know just how we felt the first time we saw this twinkling beauty. Nearly one year ago, Star arrived after hours at our Leslie A. Malone Center on Quebec Street.
Some dogs are here to live a BIG life. When Freddie came to Humane Colorado, we knew he was one such dog. A young golden retriever typically weighs 60 pounds, give or take. Freddie was only 34 pounds and covered in pressure sores when he arrived at…
When 3-month-old Joan of Arc arrived at Humane Colorado’s San Luis Valley Animal Center this past June, her world had already been turned upside down. She and a few other puppies were found abandoned in a rural area – scared, under-socialized, and in desperate need of care. Soon after,…
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…
