Exotic and Prohibited Wildlife in Colorado
Coloradans love their pets, there’s no doubt about that. But did you know that there…
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Colorado's New "Hot Car" Law
It’s only the beginning of June, but with temperatures already into the 90s, it looks…
Rattlesnakes are Back – Be Cautious
This is the time of year when many Coloradans are looking forward to getting back…
Influenza: It's Not Just for Humans
As you work to protect yourself from the flu this season, don’t forget about your…
Holiday Pet Safety
The holidays can mean confusion — or new temptations — for your pets. Some holiday…
Laws Relating to Service Animals
Many people are confused by what legally constitutes a service or assistance animal and how…
Disaster Preparedness for Pets
‘Tis the season for fires and floods, and if a disaster threatens your home and…
Protect Yourself, Your Pets, and Livestock from Rabies
In 2016, 88 wild animals tested positive for rabies, with possible exposure to 100 pets,…
Pet/Animal Cancer Awareness
Many people are not aware that animals can get cancer, too. So, November 2016 has…
Veterinary Medicine in Colorado
Animals are very important to us here in Colorado, from the pets we love to…
Animal Health in Colorado
One of the divisions of the Colorado Department of Agriculture is their Animal Health Division,…
Animal Shelter/Adoption Statistics
Colorado is a state that loves its pets. We have an “Adopt a Shelter Pet”…
Plague in Colorado
This morning the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) announced that plague had been confirmed…
Emergency Care for Pets
SB14-039 has just been signed into law, allowing emergency medical responders to provide emergency care to domesticated animals. …
Shelter Pets
Are you looking for statistics on the number of pets in shelters in Colorado, and…
Pet Safety During Cold Weather
It’s important to remember your pets’ needs during this week’s below-freezing, single-digit temperatures. (Brrr!) The following tips…
Protecting Pets from Coyotes
As the weather cools, pet owners should be more vigilant about protecting their pets from…
Horses
Do you own horses? Colorado horse owners are lucky because we have Colorado State University, which features…
Pets
Would you have guessed that the state government has programs that support pet owners and…
Prison-Trained Dog Program
Colorado Correctional Industries, a division of the Colorado Department of Corrections, helps prisoners learn valuable…
Summer Heat Dangers – Don't Leave your Kids in the Car
It’s now July, the hottest month of the year in Colorado, and if you’re planning…