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
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
Hobby is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Hobby is an 11 year-old cat looking for a loving home to live out his senior years in. He is the definition of chill as not much fazes him. Hobby has lived with dogs previously and has spent time in one of the manager offices with a dog and he could care less. All Hobby wants is a warm bed and someone to give him nice, gentle pets. Since Hobby is a senior cat, his adoption fees are waived......
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20
Nov 2025
Horton is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Since Horton was a found stray, Ark-Valley Humane Society doesn’t know his origin story. However, he is very magical! Horton will dazzle you with his belly flops, his cute way of playing, and his cuddly personality. Horton is looking for a loving family so that he can have his own happily-ever-after. Plus, since he is Pet of the Week, his adoption fees are 50% off until next Wednesday! Adoption Application: https://ark-valley.org/adoption-matchmaker-application/...
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06
Nov 2025
Dale is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Ark-Valley Humane Society needs your help searching for a special home for a 5 year-old cat named Dale. Since arriving at the shelter, Dale has been very timid and likes to hide in the covered area of his kennel. Wanting to help Dale’s confidence and to help him feel more comfortable, AVHS placed him into the care of a loving foster home. The foster said it took some time for him to warm up, but after a while, Dale......
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22
Oct 2025
Ms. Frizzle is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Do you remember the show the Magic School Bus? Well today’s Pet of the Week is a 4 year-old cat named Ms. Frizzle. Ms. Frizzle is so sweet, calm, and beautiful. She is a simple girl who likes simple things. Napping, eating, and snuggles are a few of her favorites. Ms. Frizzle will make a wonderful companion who is looking for a low maintenance and affectionate cat. Plus, since she is Pet of the Week, her adoption fees......
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16
Oct 2025
Jack is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! Even though Jack is a 100 pound Mastiff Mix, he is a big softy! Jack is very happy and gentle with everyone he meets. He is a great pup to send on walks with volunteers, because he is so friendly with new people. Jack has also met other dogs while at the shelter, even small-breed dogs, and has done very well. He arrived at Ark-Valley Humane Society as a found stray, so his back story is unknown. However, everyone......
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09
Oct 2025
Icky Thump is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! 1 year-old Icky Thump was found with her right leg stuck in a fence at the Cool River Cafe in Buena Vista. The owners of the cafe brought her to Ark-Valley Humane Society to get her some help. The staff examined Icky Thump and found that she had a roughly 1-2” diameter, scrape/laceration on both the inner and outer side of her right heel. These lacerations have been cleaned and according to the AVHS veterinarian, they expect that......
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01
Oct 2025
Bruce is our Heart of the Rockies Radio News Pet of the Week! 3 year-old Bruce is the perfect adventure buddy! He likes hikes, walks, and has even been on a boat! The Ark-Valley Humane Society volunteers often say he is their favorite to walk because he is so easy-going. Bruce is also a master fetch dog! He is affectionate and loves people. Come to the shelter to meet Bruce and bask in the joy that he exudes. Plus, since he is Pet of the Week, his adoption fees are 50% off......
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