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Feb 2023
February 12, 2023 Contact: Amber van Leuken, Executive Director (719) 395-2737, main phone avanleuken@ark-valley.org Community Members Report Bite Incidents Following Ark-Valley Humane Society’s (AVHS) media release sent out on Saturday, Feb. 11 regarding the Echo relinquishment incident, AVHS has received two reports from verified community members of Echo’s past behavior, both of which resulted in biting. The first report states that Echo bit a child while his owners were in Europe, and the dog was being cared for in Salida. The child was bitten on the arm, leaving bruises on......
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Feb 2023
February 11, 2023 Contact: Amber van Leuken, Executive Director (719) 395-2737, main phone avanleuken@ark-valley.org AVHS Response to Recent Dog Relinquishment The purpose of this press release is to provide a factual timeline and additional information to our community and the public about a recent event that transpired at our facility. Ark Valley Humane Society’s (AVHS) mission is to ensure the welfare of companion animals through compassion and care. The way we conduct care, what we stand for and our policies are all in place to protect animal and human lives. Echo,......
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Feb 2023
Millie is once again our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! She has been here longer than any of our other adoptable cats, for 80 days now, please share this post and help her find a home! Millie is a very mellow cat for her age- only 4 years old. She is content to sunbathe and cuddle all day long. She’s looking for a calm and loving home where she can do just that. Millie didn’t have an easy time when she first arrived at the......
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Jan 2023
Ruby is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Ruby is an adorable 5 year old female English Bulldog mix. She was found in Salida earlier this month and unfortunately no owner has reached out since then 🙁 She is an adorable little gal who is guaranteed to brighten every day. She’s made fast friends with all of staff at the shelter and has the cutest little bark! Ruby would prefer a home where she is the only dog, as she has enough sass and spirit on......
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Jan 2023
King is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Sweet King was adopted last year to a wonderful woman. She provided him with endless love and care. Unfortunately she had a big life change and made the incredibly tough decision to return King to us. We are so grateful for everything she has done for King, and that she has always put King’s best interests first. We welcome all of our animals back with open arms, as we know life can be tough at times. King is......
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Jan 2023
Millie is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Millie is a gorgeous 4 year old all black domestic longhair mix. She has been at the shelter for 53 days now with little interest, we are hoping she will have better luck in 2023! She would love a quiet and calm home to give her a break from shelter life! Millie is a simple cat who just needs a warm spot to sun bathe in. She has lived with female cats in the past and done well.......
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Dec 2022
Merlin is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Merlin is a 6 year old male Coonhound mix. He is a gentle and loving dog who gets the cutest wiggles when he’s excited. Merlin’s been staying in a foster home where he is doing great, but they need to return him soon. We’re hoping we can find a home for Merlin before he has to return to the shelter. Merlin would prefer a home without cats. He can be selective when making dog friends, so make sure......
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Dec 2022
Apple is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Apple is the absolute sweetest cat. When you walk in the room she will curl right up on your lap and plead for pets. She has gorgeous green eyes and a calico coat. She loves all people and truly deserves the best home! Apple is a 10 year old Domestic shorthair mix who is spayed, up to date on her vaccinations, and microchipped. Give us a call to schedule a time to meet Apple (we know you’ll fall......
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Dec 2022
Cosmo is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Cosmo is a handsome 3 year old male American Staffordshire Terrier/Cane Corso mix. Cosmo is one big hunk of love! He has a sweet temperament and enthusiastic play style. Cosmo responds well to ‘Look’ and will sit for a treat. He will roll over on his back for belly scratches. He is a loveable and friendly dog who is looking for his special person! Give us a call to schedule a time to meet Cosmo! 719-395-2737 ......
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Nov 2022
Raven is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week! Raven was one of the many cats we transferred in from Pueblo last month. She broke with an upper respiratory infection when she arrived at the shelter, so she’s spent some time recovering in our care. She is all better now and staying in a wonderful foster home where she is doing great! Raven is a snuggly and sweet gal who deserves the best home. If you’d like to meet Raven please start by filling out an adoption application......
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