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Jan 2026
Draco is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Ark-Valley Humane Society currently has many senior animals available for adoption including 9 year-old cat, Draco. He’s a bit of a round boy at 10 pounds, but it really means more to love. Draco can be shy and hide in his kennel, but he loves pets and belly rubs. He will meow to get to your attention with his cute and crunchy older gentleman meows. Draco is trying to get your attention for adoption! Since he is a senior......
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22
Jan 2026
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice Chair Cats can be full of surprises. They also are considered to be rather mysterious, largely due to their fascinating connections to the worlds of folklore, mythology and witchcraft. However, their enigmatic behaviors, such as staring into the nothingness of space, with whiskers and ears twitching also contribute to their air of mystery. Those eyes are seeing, the whiskers acting like radar are detecting, and those active ears are tuning in to sounds people cannot hear. Cats have extremely keen senses. Living in their uniquely heightened sensory......
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15
Jan 2026
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice Chair In our last AVHS Mountain Mail article, Judy Lore shared a few quizzes, one a true-false quiz about cats. She and I must be on a paws-itively similar wavelength after seeing so many adorable cats romping about the Ark-Valley Humane Society cat room, and hearing the pleading mewls from sweet cats wanting to be loved. They inspired us to want to know more about them and their behaviors and share that with you, our readers. Judy in a fun way, quizzed you about your knowledge of......
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15
Jan 2026
Spark is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! When Spark first arrived at Ark-Valley Humane Society, he was a little timid, but now, he’s become one of our most reliable dogs. Even though he is very happy when he sees volunteers, he is good about calming himself to go on a nice walk. Spark has also met several dogs at the shelter and is good at matching their energy. With a younger dog, he was in instant play-mode, with an older dog, he was very gentle. He......
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08
Jan 2026
By: Judy Lore, AVHS Volunteer columnist While we’re waiting for snow to arrive, here’s a fun way to pass the time, and maybe learn something new about the animals who share our homes and our community. At the shelter, we see every day just how smart, surprising, and unique cats and dogs can be. How well do you know them? Try these true-or-false questions and check your answers at the bottom. Cat Questions – True or False Cats are nocturnal creatures. Cats can taste sweet things. A cat’s nose print is unique,......
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08
Jan 2026
Franklin is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! At 10 years-old, Franklin is a senior cat looking for a loving home to live out his Golden Years in. Franklin is very easy-going and affectionate. He is happy to cuddle up with you or enjoy a nice window to gaze out of. He’s a simple guy who just wants loving pets and a warm bed. Typically the Pet of the Week has 50% off adoption fees, but senior cats have waived adoption fees at Ark-Valley Humane Society as......
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24
Dec 2025
Miller is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! 9 year-old Miller is a sweet, senior dog with a gentle nature and a big heart. He is a very quiet and calm boy, who is up for anything. If you want to laze on the couch, he’ll be your snuggle buddy. If you want to go for a nice walk, he is ready to go. All he wants is a loving home to live out his golden years in. If you give Miller a chance, you will find......
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17
Dec 2025
By: Judy Hamontre, AVHS Vice Chair With this last cold spell and snow, I noticed that my nine and a half year-old Gracie was moving about more carefully in the backyard. Although she loves exploring her territory, guarding it from potential intruders, she chose to scout her land quickly and then return to the door, ready to come in to be wrapped in a warm towel, rubbed down, and dried off. It made me realize Gracie is now a senior dog and not as tolerant of winter conditions. According to the ASPCA,......
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17
Dec 2025
Switch is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Switch is a 4 year-old cat that was caught in a humane trap during a cold winter night while Ark-Valley Humane Society was trying to trap another cat. Thankfully the other cat was found as well, but after searching for Switch’s owners, she became under the care of the shelter. Even though Switch’s origins are unknown, she definitely has the tendencies of a house cat. She is very affectionate and even likes to be held (unlike many cats in general).......
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04
Dec 2025
By: Judy Lore, AVHS Volunteer columnist It’s the time of year for gift-giving. If you are searching for excellent books and some award winners for kids and teens, here are several suggestions. Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Ages 9-12. A Newberry Honor Book. Ten-year-old Opal goes to the local supermarket and brings home a dog. Sounder by William H. Armstrong. Ages 9-12. Winner of the John Newberry Medal for the Most Distinguished Contribution to American Literature for Children. The boy knows times are tough for his family. There is never enough to......
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