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For those who prefer tall, dark and handsome, meet

For those who prefer tall, dark and handsome, meet Ranger! This sweet boy has a ton of happy energy which was a little too much for his previous owner. He loves people and playing fetch. Ranger is just under 2 years old and already knows some basic commands. He gets along well with other dogs and has been around children, however, with his size and exuberance might smother smaller children.

If you are looking for an adventure companion and best buddy, please go to ark-valley.org and fill out an application for Ranger. One of our adoption counselors will call you to schedule an appointment to come meet him.

Calling all dog lovers: Today is Puppy Mill Awaren

Calling all dog lovers: Today is Puppy Mill Awareness day. This day is dedicated to improving the lives of animals and ending puppy mills.

Find out more and ways to help here: https://www.aspca.org/barred-from-love

When you're ready to add a dog to your family, we hope you will consider one of our dogs who are looking for a home, you can see all of our available pups here: ark-valley.org/adopt/dogs (also pictured on this post!).

If we don't have quite what you're looking for, www.petfinder.com and https://www.adoptapet.com/ are other great resources too!

HAPPY TAILS to CLOVER 🐾🥰 Clover was one of

HAPPY TAILS to CLOVER 🐾🥰

Clover was one of the 5 dogs we transferred in from Friends of Roswell Animals last week. 4 of those dogs are now already in wonderful, loving homes!! We're so thankful to all of the wonderful families who came and gave this dogs a second chance at love.

Olivia is the final transfer dog still looking for her forever home! Learn more about this sweetheart and all of our other adoptable dogs at ark-valley.org/adopt/dogs

Thank you to the Animal Welfare Association of Col

Thank you to the Animal Welfare Association of Colorado for hosting a wonderful Animal Conference this year!

Staff members Krissy Zic & Emy Luebbering got to attend and learn a lot from this great conference!

SAVE THE DATE On Wednesday October 27th between 3

SAVE THE DATE

On Wednesday October 27th between 3-5 PM we will be teaming up with Heart of the Rockies Radio News to bring you Cause for the Paws Radio Auction!

Tune into any Heart of the Rockies Radio station, or listen live on their website: https://heartoftherockiesradio.com/listen-live/
for your chance to win a gift basket or other goodies AND hear some updates on our shelter programs! All while supporting the work of AVHS.

"Hey lady I just met you, I'm not so sure I feel c

"Hey lady I just met you, I'm not so sure I feel comfortable with this whole 'health exam' , and it's a bit rude to ask a lady her weight 🤔 " - Olivia

Olivia is one of the five dogs we transferred in from @friendsofroswellanimals . She is a 3 year old female American Pit Bull terrier mix who is 100% love and snuggles 🥰

Olivia will need to be spayed before she's ready to go home, but is available for pre-adoption and excited to meet you soon!

Head to ark-valley.org to see all of our adoptable animals, including these new transfer pups

(And don't worry, Olivia did get lots of love and scratches during her exam!)

Did you know that Ark-Valley Humane Society offers

Did you know that Ark-Valley Humane Society offers dog training vouchers for at risk pets?

This new program helps dogs who are in need of Behavior Intervention Training, with the aim of keeping more pets with the families who love them.

If you live in Chaffee County and are in need of assistance, you can find out more here: https://www.ark-valley.org/pet-behavior-support/

Update: Stibs has been adopted 👏👏 This hand

Update: Stibs has been adopted 👏👏

This handsome mustachioed gentleman's name is Stibs 🐈and he is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week!

Stibs is 13 years young and on the search for his next home. He lived with cats in his previous home and got along great with them. Stibs is declawed so will need to remain as an indoor only cat.

He loves attention and would make a great companion, please consider adopting this sweet, senior gentleman today ❤

#mustachecatclub #sheltercat #caturday #catsofinstagram🐱

We've got several new dogs available for adoption!

We've got several new dogs available for adoption!

Over the weekend we transferred in 5 dogs from Friends of Roswell Animals. These five were on the euthanasia list due to a severe lack of space at the local animal control facility, so they put the call out to see who could help. We had the capacity to care for more dogs at the shelter so we were extremely happy to take these 5 dogs and give them all a second chance at life and love. Meet the gang!

🐶Clover - 3 year old male American Pit bull terrier mix. Huge goofball who loves people!

🐶Madeline & Eloise - 6 month old female Labrador/Shepherd mixes. Sweet and energetic puppies!

🐶Aurora - 6 year old female Rottweiler mix.
Gorgeous eyes with a calm demeanor!

🐶Olivia - 3 year old female Pit bull terrier mix. Big lover who will steal your heart ❤

Most of these dogs are now available for adoption, if interested in meeting one of them please start by filling out an adoption application at https://www.ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/

Gracie girl is still waiting at the shelter for yo

Gracie girl is still waiting at the shelter for you to call!

Gracie is a 5 year old labrador retriever mix. She is working on her self confidence and we're excited to talk to you about tools for success! She can be a bit slow to warm up to new people, but once you gain this sweet gal's trust she becomes a completely happy and loving dog!

We hope you'll consider giving this adorable dog the home she deserves! Please give us a call to learn more about Gracie 719-395-2737

#labradorlove #shelterdog #adoptme #shelterpetsrule #buenavistaco

Swipe to see a GLOW UP 🤩 Huge thank you to Ang

Swipe to see a GLOW UP 🤩

Huge thank you to Ange at Gone to the Dogs for giving this sweet gal a much needed makeover. We appreciate your kindness and hard work, she looks like a completely new dog!

This is one of the dogs we're providing emergency boarding for. ❤

We're teaming up with Heart of the Rockies Radio N

We're teaming up with Heart of the Rockies Radio News to bring you Cause for the Paws Radio Auction this year!

We'll be auctioning of gift baskets and other goodies on October 27th between 3-5PM live in air. Tune in to hear some updates from our teams and bid on an awesome gift basket, all while supporting the animals of AVHS.

We're currently seeking in-kind donations to help fill these gift baskets. If your business is interested in helping out, please click here https://www.ark-valley.org/sponsorship-form/ or email Emy at eluebbering@ark-valley.org

Have you been looking for a water dog? Jack is you

Have you been looking for a water dog? Jack is your guy!

Jack is a 1 year old neutered male who gets along with other dogs, and LOVES the water! He also enjoys going on walks in town and hikes in the mountains. He's been living with an amazing foster family for the past few months, and they have nothing but great things to say about gentle Jack!

If you'd like to meet this awesome dog, please start by filling out an application here: https://www.ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/

Introducing queen bee Tiger Lily! This 3 month old

Introducing queen bee Tiger Lily! This 3 month old female kitten was recently spayed and now is ready for her new adventure with her forever home. Are you looking for a kitten that is cuddly, playful, has the loudest purr, and has done great on car rides? If so fill out an application today for Tiger Lily at ark-valley.org!

Are you looking for a loving and kind dog to join

Are you looking for a loving and kind dog to join your family? Lucky for you Felix is available for adoption! This handsome boy came to us as a stray, so his past is a little mysterious, but his future is looking bright 🤩.

Felix has made many dog friends here at the shelter, and more recently he has been spending his days in a dream foster home. Whenever Felix sees a kid, he brightens up. His foster thinks Felix must've lived with kids in the past. He is sooo gentle and patient with all the children he meets! 🥰

Felix is completely potty trained, doesn't bark at all when his foster dad is away at work, and LOVES to go on car rides! He really is the dream dog.

If interested in meeting this sweet boy, please fill out an adoption application here: https://www.ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/

We've got kittens available for adoption! Penne (

We've got kittens available for adoption!

Penne (male) & Rigatoni (female) are both ready to meet their families! These kittens are 3 month old domestic shorthair mixes who were recently spayed and neutered, microchipped, and received all age appropriate vaccines. They both spent time in great foster homes with young children nearby who helped socialize them!

Penne has turned into quite the cuddly guy, and is anxious to get out of the shelter and spend everyday in a loving home! Rigatoni is also a sweetheart who can be a bit shy at first, but given some time she will be a wonderful addition to any cat loving home ❤

If interested in either of these kittens, please start by filling out an adoption application here: https://www.ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/

These darlings are both now available for adoption

These darlings are both now available for adoption! Although they act like they've been best friends their whole life, Avery & Sonny just met yesterday! Their budding friendship has made the shelter environment a bit less stressful for each one ❤

Avery is an 8 month old male Australian cattle dog mix (pictured on the left) and Sonny is an 8 year old male Golden Retriever mix (pictured on the right). We would love it if both of these dogs found their homes in time for the weekend!

If interested in either of these great dogs, please start by filling out an application at ark-valley.org

Trixie is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet

Trixie is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the week! 🎙🐕

This snuggle bug is a 7 year old Bull Terrier Mix whose favorite place to be is right by your side 🥰. Trixie is our go to front office dog, because she is so calm and great with new people! When she's not cuddled up next to you she loves to romp around in the yard, playing with toys. Trixie does need to be the one and only pet in your home.

If you are interested in fostering or adopting Trixie, please give us a call at 719-395-2737.

PS Her adoption fees are half off until next Wednesday!

#petoftheweek #bullterrier #shelterdog #shelterpetsrock #adoptme #adoptable

Happy Tails Update: Dodie 🐾❤ Dodie was adopt

Happy Tails Update: Dodie 🐾❤

Dodie was adopted from the shelter in July, and she is thriving in her forever home! Dodie's owner told us a funny story of how he took Dodie to the park and a fish jumped out of the water and spooked her to the point of running to his vehicle 😅

Thank you for adopting this sweet, goofy gal!

We have no idea how this great dog is still up for

We have no idea how this great dog is still up for adoption. Come and meet Jack today, you won't regret it!

Jack is an extremely friendly 1 year old male mastiff mix. He's made a lot of other dog friends here at the shelter. He loves to go on walks and hikes. Jack has been on many adventures with his foster family, including paddle boarding! He LOVES the water!

When Jack isn't on the move he absolutely LOVES to cuddle. He can be a little anxious in a new home, so would do best if the adopter can spend the first few days with him while he gets acquainted with his new space. His foster family said having a dog in their home really helped him be more comfortable when left alone.

If you'd like to meet this wonderful pup, please start by filling out an application here: https://www.ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/

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