Caring for Animals During Wildfire Evacuation
As Colorado continues to experience devastating wildfires, many communities are under evacuation orders. If your…
pets
Identifying Poisonous Plants
Many of the plants we encounter every day, both at our homes and in the…
At the Legislature: Animal Protection
Several bills dealing with animal protection issues have been introduced so far this Legislative session….
Creating a Community Animal Disaster Plan
First responders and researchers have found that during disasters, people are far less likely to…
Colorado’s Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act (PACFA)
Here in Colorado, there’s no doubt we love our pets! So what is the State…
Colorado State Parks: Chatfield
If you’re looking for a getaway that is conveniently located in metro Denver, check out…
Enjoy the Outdoors with Your Dog
Experiencing Colorado’s great outdoors is even more fun when you bring your dog! Dogs are…
Exotic and Prohibited Wildlife in Colorado
Coloradans love their pets, there’s no doubt about that. But did you know that there…
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…