Looking for a smart, affectionate, already trained four-legged friend? Peanut Butter is your girl! This 9-month-old, 4 1lb. sweet love of a shepherd mix finds new dog friends everywhere she goes, plus she’s kennel, leash and potty trained, and she knows commands like sit, stay, wait, go to bed, kennel, down, follow, and is also oh so gentle when accepting treats. Peanut Butter can’t wait to cuddle with her people, and she would also love another dog friend or two in her forever home. She is so easy and playful but also ready to relax. Peanut Butter is available for adoption from the Española Humane Read More
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Pets Of The Week: Meet Lovely Lyla And Dan The Man
Lyla is a love! This petite and purrfect purrbaby is all elegance with an exquisite profile, warm amber eyes, and a slinky, smooth way about her. She can’t wait to have some attention – it’s hard to be an adult cat available for adoption during kitten season! Lyla’s adoption fee is waived this week thanks to the Española Humane Empty the Shelters event with Bissell Pet Foundation, and she goes home spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped! Courtesy/EH
Dan’s the man! Pyr lovers, Española Humane has one heck of a good doggo available for adoption. This lovely, lanky boy is easy to walk, enjoys other Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet King And Xena
Four years ago, King was stolen from the Española Humane shelter. But a few weeks ago? This regal royal turned up at their doorstep via a Good Samaritan. ‘We knew it was him immediately, because nobody could forget his highness, and he never forgot his name (and of course was also confirmed by microchip).’ This majestic beast struts around the shelter like he owns the place and with a swagger that screams ‘bend the knee’. King’s purring, affectionate charm is irresistible, and he rules his kingdom with an iron paw wrapped in velvet. All hail King! Come in to adopt him – you’ll fall in love with Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Tank And Violet Bridgerton
Everyone’s favorite tugboat Tank can’t resist a full sploot on a cool floor in the hot dog days of summer. This chonky meatball muffin makes everyone weak in the knees with his sweet swagger and charm – this 1-year-old 73 lb. handsome hunk is perfection on paws. Tank is house trained, excellent on leash, loves everyone, and is content with some leisurely neighborhood strolls followed by some house hippo couch cuddle sessions. He goes home neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and with six months of free heartworm prevention – and his adoption fee is waived during the Empty the Shelters Read More
Santa Fe Animal Shelter And ASPCA Partner To Evacuate Homeless Dogs Displaced By Burn Scar Flooding
SFAS News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Animal Shelter and ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) disaster response team collaborated to evacuate 38 homeless dogs from Santa Fe County to create additional space for animals displaced by burn scar flooding in Las Vegas.
The ASPCA safely transferred 38 dogs out of Santa Fe Animal Shelter to their shelter in Columbus, Ohio, which freed up kennel capacity for 25 dogs from the Las Vegas Animal Care Center and an additional 20 stray animals that came in as a result of last week’s Independence Day Celebration.
“Partnering with the Read More
How To Protect Your Pets This 4th Of July
Courtesy/Best Friends Animal Society
BFAS News:
Food. Fireworks. Parties. While many people love the July 4th holiday, it can be traumatic for pets who have a phobic reaction to the loud sights and sounds that are synonymous with Independence Day celebrations.
With dogs and cats getting spooked and running away from yards, doors and even screened windows to escape the chaos, the July 4th holiday can also be a very busy time at animal shelters.
Dr. Erin Katribe, medical director, Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare organization working to end the killing of cats and dogs in America’s Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Gentleman Kai & Sweet Simon
Looking for a perfect partner? This boy will love you forever! Kai is a 6-year-old gentle giant who is a sweetheart on leash and is so kindhearted – he even oh so carefully takes treats from your hands with his soft mouth. Kai makes for some chill, relaxed company and is a large couch potato to cuddle while you catch up on Bridgerton or your summer reading. This bestest boy just needs a favorite human to treat him like the best friend he is. Not only is his personality A++, but this boy is also handsome as heck. Dearest reader, come get him please, the kennels are no place for this charmer – he needs the world Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Maggie And Bruce
Maggie is a 2-year-old sweet, playful, energetic yet super chill sweety with a very cool girl vibe. She is one of the dogs Española Humane has sheltered from the Blue 2 Fire in Ruidoso. She is leggy and lean and stunningly beautiful – Española Humane would love to do a DNA test because she must be an interesting mix of breeds. Some see Saluki in her. Regardless of breed, Maggie is captivating and intriguing, and an absolute keeper of a dog – she loves people and is so good with other dogs that she shares a group kennel. Española Humane is open to walk in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 108 Hamm Pkwy. in Española. Read More
American Humane: What Cat And Other Pet Owners Need To Know About H5N1 Bird Flu
WASHINGTON, D.C. — There have been recent media reports that cats have died after contracting the H5N1 bird flu.
American Humane’s team of expert veterinarians offers answers and advice for pet owners concerned about the health and welfare of their four-legged family members:
What is the bird flu?
The H5N1 bird flu is a strain of the influenza virus that primarily infects birds.
Can pets catch bird flu?
Yes. Some domestic companion animals, including cats and dogs, can catch the bird flu. However, most cases involve cats with outdoor access. Incidents with dogs are rare. Read More
Giuseppe Of Española Shelter Is Leading ‘Favorite Shelter Dog Makeover’ In Dirty Dogs Contest 2024
Giuseppe’s arrival to a shelter in Española is a heartbreaking testament to neglect. Five pounds of matted fur covered up a host of health issues and rendered him unable to walk. Once groomed, Giuseppe could finally get the dedicated medical care and foster support he needed. Now this senior pup is living out his golden years in the comfort of a loving home. Giuseppe is getting the most votes and the shelter will receive $10,000 if it wins the Dirty Dogs Contest. People can vote for their favorite dirty dog once a day through May 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Vote here. Courtesy/WAHL
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