Pets

 EHS News:

ESPANOLA — Española Humane has temporarily closed its indoor dog kennel area to the public after routine testing revealed elevated mold levels in the ceiling. While the rest of the shelter remains fully operational, the dog kennels will remain closed during remediation efforts.

“We’re taking this seriously and moving swiftly to protect the health of our animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors,” Kate Baldwin said, Executive Director of Española Humane. “We’ve already brought in remediation experts, roofing contractors, and toxicologists to guide our response.”

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While cutiepie kittens tumble and pounce and steal the spotlight with their tiny toe beans and complete chaos… Ash waits. This soft-hearted 3-year-old tabby has been overlooked again and again in favor of tinier, squeakier models. Ash isn’t flashy. He doesn’t juggle toy mice or leap dramatically into cardboard boxes. But he loves. Oh, how he loves. Ash melts under your hand when you pet him, closing his eyes in absolute trust, and leans in like he’s waited his whole life for that one moment of kindness. He’s a staff favorite, deeply loved by all, and so ready to be someone’s everything. If your life Read More

Cute shelter pups. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive DIrector
Champions of Youth Ambitions

Twenty dogs were surrendered to the shelter overnight last Saturday. Many shelters expect a 20 percent increase in their population following the two days after the 4th of July.

Please collar your dogs and cats with any type of identifier, a traditional tag or even an old rabies tag can get them reunited if they are not microchipped.

Did you know that Santa Fe Animal Shelter loves the donation of toilet paper tubes to make scented treat tubes for the kennel residents? There Read More

Like his namesake, Leo shines bright. This sunny 2-year-old German Shepherd is bold, brilliant, and born for adventure. With the heart of a lion and loyalty that runs deep, he’s ready to be someone’s sunshine AND their shadow. Leo knows his basics, loves having a “job,” and thrives with structure and purpose. He walks well on leash (just give him a sec to settle), and his playful, affectionate side beams once you earn his trust. If you love to chase sunsets, climb peaks, or just soak up the sun & good vibes (seriously, just look at that smile!), Leo’s your ride-or-die. He’s not just looking for Read More

Snowflake is a gentle 1-year-old brown tabby with a nurturing heart and a serene spirit. Alongside her sister, she arrived with a surprise: eight nearly identical kittens! While we were never quite sure which little ones were hers, Snowflake lovingly cared for them all. Now that the kittens are thriving in foster care, Snowflake is ready for her next chapter. She’s affectionate, enjoys attention, and is adjusting beautifully to life indoors. She’s great with other cats and may warm up to dogs with slow, supervised introductions. After raising a whole clowder of cuteness, this sweet mama is Read More

Kenny is a whisper wrapped in whiskers — a tender-hearted tabby with a teardrop of white on his nose and fur soft as a sigh. At just 2 years old, he’s still tiptoeing toward trust, shy as a shadow but full of quiet hope. He won’t rush to greet you, but with time, patience, and a gentle heart, he will become your calm companion. If you can be the safe harbor he’s been dreaming of, come in to meet this sweet secret in stripes. Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday at 108 Hamm Parkway in Española. Visit www.espanolahumane.org. Courtesy/EH

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If Monday had a face, it would be Mocha’s. You know that feeling when your alarm goes off, your hair looks like you wrestled a raccoon in your sleep, and someone dares to speak to you before caffeine? Yeah… that feeling is Mocha. With her sideways ears & bedhead, “don’t test me” glare, and general air of “I’ve had it and it’s only 8am,” Mocha is a cat-shaped Monday morning. This 7-year-old brown tabby is 100% attitude, and yet somehow? Completely adorable. But here’s the plot twist: beneath that “I will hiss at your existence” energy is a total softie—once she decides you’re worthy. She’s part Read More