Humane Colorado • 15 Nov 2023 “Learning to play like a dog”: How love has transformed Louis’ life Anyone who meets Louis today will tell you that the adorable, timid Chiweenie/terrier mix is one in a million. From his endearing bashfulness to his uncharacteristically long, lanky legs that keep admiring passersby guessing his breed, Louis is in a class all his own. However, before he came to the…
Humane Colorado • 08 Nov 2023 Don’s lucky charm When Don first met Lucky at the Dumb Friends League in 2022, he was reeling from the tragic loss of two of his most significant relationships – his wife of nearly 64 years in 2016 and, more recently, his beloved dog, Wilson, who passed suddenly after a diagnosis of cancer.
Humane Colorado • 31 Oct 2023 The apple of our eyes When Milk arrived at the Dumb Friends League San Luis Valley Animal Center after being found in a local storage unit, the tiny, 2-month-old kitten was in desperate need of care and nourishment. Suffering from a severe upper respiratory infection (URI), Milk was emaciated, blind, and unable to breathe with…
Young veterinarian in uniform standing by sick dog on table and cuddling it before medical examination Humane Colorado • 19 Aug 2023 How to schedule an appointment with Humane Colorado pet clinics and veterinary urgent care services Thank you for trusting Humane Colorado with your pet’s preventative and urgent care needs. Our donor-subsidized community veterinary services uses EZyVet to schedule appointments. You can also use the Humane Colorado patient portal to review medical records and make an online payment. This guide is to help…
Humane Colorado • 22 Jan 2023 The Buddy Center: Celebrating 20 years of good work By Robin Russell, Volunteer Writer Have you seen this dog? Not only was he a handsome fellow, but for the past 20 years, his enduring impact has been larger than life as the Buddy Center’s namesake. Sadly, Buddy is no longer with us, but his people – former League…
Humane Colorado • 07 Jul 2022 80 Neglected Horses Taken in by the Dumb Friends League Donor Support Needed for their Emergency Care and Treatment DENVER July 8, 2022—On Wednesday, investigators from the Colorado Humane Society (CHS), a program of the Dumb Friends League, worked with local law enforcement to bring 80 gravely neglected, malnourished, and injured horses in need of immediate care to the League’s…
Humane Colorado • 14 Nov 2021 How Pedro the donkey became a lovebug When Pedro first came to the Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center, he had scars on his body consistent with rope and wire burns, as well as severely overgrown hooves that impeded his mobility. The 4-year-old donkey – neglected, malnourished, and fearful – had been seized by law enforcement from…
Humane Colorado • 04 Nov 2021 Nahla and Logan: How a big-hearted dog touched the life of a boy on the autism spectrum “Smart and playful girl! Favorite things: romping around outside with you, treats, and lots of affection. Could play for hours. Dream home: an active, loving family.” That was the bio that hung outside Nahla’s kennel at the Dumb Friends League three years ago. Now,…
Humane Colorado • 19 Sep 2021 Autumn Animal Care Team Leader In her own words, our staff member Autumn shares her experiences, perspectives and memories from working at the Dumb Friends League. Working for the Dumb Friends League has been the best professional decision I have made. I have been with the League for about 4.5 years…
Humane Colorado • 14 Sep 2021 Growing Our Reach: Dumb Friends League Veterinary Hospital at Spur In January 2022, the League will expand the reach of our community veterinary care with a second hospital location in Colorado State University’s 114,000 square-foot “Vida” building on the university’s new Spur campus in Denver. This building will feature the university’s Temple Grandin Equine Center and our Dumb Friends League…
Humane Colorado • 24 Jun 2021 Don’t get the cold weather blues In a time when days turn into weeks, and weeks blur into months, it’s easy to have to pause and have to think about the season. After all, Denver saw snow mere hours after Labor Day! While there’s not much better than enjoying days outside with our pets no matter…
Humane Colorado • 22 Jun 2021 Why pets are good for your health Want to get healthy? Get a pet! That’s right. Not only do our friends with paws enrich our lives, but some pretty significant health benefits come with this type of love and companionship. From reducing stress and making new friends to exercising more, owning a pet could be just what…
Humane Colorado • 23 May 2021 Tales for Tails: a fun way to boost literacy skills There’s not much better than curling up with a good book . . . unless you’re a reluctant reader who disagrees with this sentiment. But, if that reader has a love of animals, the Dumb Friends League’s Tales for Tails program may help them change their minds. Often, emerging readers…
Humane Colorado • 16 May 2021 Compassion Always, the story of Peyton Compassion knows no limit; it has no age and is not defined by ability, which is never truer than with our good friend Peyton. Peyton is an extraordinary and kind individual who, at just 14 years old, has made a significant impact in Colorado and changed the lives of many…