Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Chloe!  We’re very surprised that snuggly, sweet Chloe hasn’t been scooped up yet. She is one of the most loving and sweet dogs that you will meet! Chloe is dog and kid-friendly, but is looking for a cat-free home.   She loves to cuddle up next to you on the couch, watching her favorite shows. When you first greet Chloe she will likely roll onto her back so you can give her plenty of belly rubs.   At only 2......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Azula! Azula joined our shelter over the weekend along with 8 feline friends from a nearby shelter in need. At the time our cat room was nearly empty and we were thrilled to welcome 9 new furry companions! Azula, an 8-month-old domestic shorthair mix, is a sweetheart who adores everyone she meets. As soon as you open her kennel, she’ll shower you with head bumps and purrs. Please share this post and help Azula find her forever home! PS since......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Rocco!  Rocco is a 1.5 year old Great Pyrenees mix. Rocco is a true affectionate giant, always seeking to stay close and bask in the love and gentle pets from his beloved humans. His heart is as big as his size! He has befriended dogs before, if you are interested in adopting Rocco be sure to bring your pup to the shelter to meet him! He’s also lived with a cat, he would often try to play with the kitty-......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Smokey! Smokey was transferred in from the Humane Society of Pikes Peak in Pueblo who was overcrowded. While we have an almost full dog room at AVHS, we only had a handful of cats in our adoptable cat room last week, we were extremely happy to be able to help out and welcome in 5 new wonderful cats last Friday. Smokey is one of these cats. She is a loving 2 year old female grey tabby. When you go to......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Star!  Star is a snuggly, sweet 2-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix. She is dog and guinea-pig friendly ???? (she lived with both in her previous home). If Star was entered into a dog show, she’d be sure to win the category of cutest underbite.   Star is the perfect cuddle companion, always ready to nuzzle up for a warm hug. Her goofy antics are a source of endless joy and laughter, making every day brighter.   PS since Star......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Cheddar <3  Cheddar is a sweet, talkative 4-year-old domestic shorthair mix. He was brought to us after being found near downtown Salida last month. Sadly no one has reclaimed him. He can be nervous in new situations and would do best in a calmer home. Once Cheddar is comfortable he is a sweet, loving cat that will quickly become your favorite companion.   If you’ve been looking for a younger cat with a lot of love to give, please consider......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Gemma!  This wonderful pup has been in the shelter’s care for over 135 days now. We would love nothing more than to see her adopted in time for the holidays! ☃️   Gemma has been spending the past few months in an awesome foster home who only has great things to say about her. She is a goofy 6-year-old boxer mix who loves to play and be with her people.   If you’ve been thinking of adding a pup to......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Hobie!  Hobie is a loving 7-year-old female domestic shorthair mix. She is currently staying in our ‘penthouse suite’ (our nicest room for adoptable cats) and gets to greet visitors with head bumps and love every day! Sweet and sometimes shy, she has a gentle spirit that is both calming and endearing. We aren’t sure how Hobie is with other cats or dogs, but we’ve known her to be loving with new people, she sure has won over the hearts of......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Simba!    Simba is a loving and adventurous 8-month-old Cattle Dog mix. When he first arrived at the shelter he was very shy and fearful. Simba is still nervous in new situations, but has been gaining so much confidence in a wonderful foster home! This experienced foster family even took him on a trip, pictured here, and he did great!   He met several kids ranging in age from babies to 6 years old and got to hang out with......

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Meet our Heart of the Rockies Radio News pet of the week, Kierra!   Kierra is not just another cat; she’s a companion who will fill your home with laughter with her funny antics. She’s also very sociable, she made friends with dogs in her previous home.???? She loves to greet new people with head butts and purrs.   Kierra is 6 years young and ready to take on her next adventure. Adopt Kierra and bring home not just a pet, but a loving friend who will enrich your life with her......

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