By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-chair & volunteer Cat owners, admit it, you talk to your cats, even creating dialogue prompted by questions you believe they are asking you. (We dog owners do that, too.) Talking...
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-chair & volunteer The day after Christmas my 7 year old lab boxer mix, Gracie, was particularly reactive to the sound of the wind and hurried inside from her potty breaks...
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice-chair & volunteer Thanksgiving day this year I watched the National Dog Show. It is a happy way to digest that big turkey dinner. The dogs display such personality as they...
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Board member & volunteer One of my most heartwarming pet experiences was my time with Pip, a miniature schnauzer I adopted when she was 13. My friend feels the same about...
By: Judy Lore, AVHS Volunteer columnist It’s that time of year for planning all those holiday meals. We need to be aware of those foods our pets should not be given. The last thing we...
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Board Member & Volunteer Autumn colors are fading, wind blown leaves carpet the ground, and a new season of thanksgiving begins. It is a time to celebrate families and friends, cherished...
Since February 2, 2023, Ark Valley Humane Society’s world has been turned upside down. Our mission has always been to ensure the welfare of companion animals through compassion and care. Through every program we run,...
February 23, 2023 Contact: Amber van Leuken Executive Director (719) 395-2737, main phone avanleuken@ark-valley.org Ark Valley Humane Society granted ownership of relinquished dog Salida, Colo. – Following a hearing at the Chaffee County...
With the intent of transparency to the public about Echo’s current care, below is a detailed outline of Echo’s daily enrichment plan. Echo’s kennel size has been inspected by the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act...
On February 15, 2023, Ark Valley Humane Society (AVHS) received a formal inspection from the Pet and Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) program regarding the kennel and enclosure sizing for 170-pound Great Dane-Mastiff dog Echo....