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Barn Cats: Pets with a Profession Humane Society of the Pikes Region encounters all types of cats with different types of lifestyles. One popular type

Photo courtesy of ASPCA Milo’s Journey Home: A Volunteer’s Tale By Lori Underwood, HSPPR CART Volunteer On August 29, 2021 Hurricane Ida hit the gulf

We’d like to send a warm welcome to our newest veterinary intern in Colorado Springs, Dr. Marisa! Dr. Marisa started with HSPPR at the end

When Dr. Morgan Shaver first examined the kitten, she didn’t think he was going to make it. He was having trouble breathing due to the

Living in the Pikes Peak Region, we know natural disasters can strike at any time. Are you and your pets prepared? Here are some tips to

This week, we are celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Week! We don’t have a “Volunteer of the Year” award here- it’s just too hard to choose

Corporal Rebekah Ellis, HSPPR Animal Law Enforcement badge number 313, stands 5’3” tall and weighs 120 pounds. She drives truck number 77 and was in

Max was surrendered to HSPPR’s Colorado Springs location after biting his owner’s arm. When we evaluated Max, we saw he did have some fear triggers;

The first pet that fraternal twins Maya and Emily remember was a tiny, semi-feral kitten they named Skittles. Even though socializing Skittles was difficult at

It’s Poison Prevention Week, so we got with our staff veterinarian, Dr. Arnold, to find out more about how to keep our pets safe from

Candyman’s owner didn’t know what was wrong. His normally bouncy, happy dog was suddenly lethargic and wasn’t eating. When he continued to decline, Candyman’s loving

When Freckles arrived at our shelter, he had severe dental disease and needed many teeth extracted. And while this seems like a relatively minor ailment,

Recently, our Centennial Animal Services team got a call about a cat that had supposedly been stuck on a roof for 3 days and couldn’t

It’s always great to have a good relationship with your veterinarian. But what if your mom… IS your veterinarian? Jim first came in to HSPPR

Lesson Learned on the Long Road from Durango By Jean Alfieri The journey started in the most normal way. I was meeting a new “rescue”

Walk Your Pet Month: Tips and Tricks By Miguel Gonzalez, Behavior Programs Manager at Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region Pueblo It’s my favorite

Charlie the cat was a long-term resident at HSPPR, due to consistently being adopted and returned. However, he found a loving home with one of

Rita cuddles with her dad after she is adopted The holidays are a great time of year to add a new furry family member to

Weight Management How do you prevent illnesses related to your pet’s weight? Knowing what weight is appropriate for your pet based on their size, breed,