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Cats, dogs partying like animals

LOS ANGELES – Ugly sweaters aren’t just a Christmas tradition for people. Cats, dogs and even guinea pigs are joining the party. Zigzilla “Ziggy” and Chopper “Lambchop” got sweat...

DATE: Dec 20, 2015 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Japanese vessel to kill 333 minke whales for ‘research’

On Tuesday, Japan’s whaling fleet will set out on a three-month-long hunt for minke whales. The Japanese government argues that this hunt – which will kill 333 whales, about a third of the a...

DATE: Nov 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Rare pit bull police dog defies breed’s stereotypes

‘Sweetheart’ was rescued from a shelter

DATE: Nov 14, 2015 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Calendar supports animal rescues on Navajo Reservation

The La Plata County Humane Society, like most animal-welfare agencies in America, rescues hundreds of unwanted dogs and cats every year, working to find them forever homes. But the Blackhat ...

DATE: Oct 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mountain Studies Institute to interpret EPA Animas River pollution data

During a Durango City Council meeting Tuesday, the need for greater understanding of Animas River pollution and more responsible dog ownership sparked discussion around the need for changes....

DATE: Oct 27, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

For animal scientist Temple Grandin, empathy triumphs

Animal scientist says dealing with behavior beats brute force

DATE: Sep 30, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rural, barking dogs may get shorter leash

La Plata County exploring dog-nuisance, animal-cruelty regulations

DATE: Sep 29, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Humane society names new executive director

After 10 years, the La Plata County Humane Society has hired a new executive director. Amy Groat started as head of the nonprofit last week after moving from Washington, where she...

DATE: Sep 19, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News

Film festival goes to the dogs

In a community that loves both films and dogs, the Bow Wow Film Tour may be the hottest ticket in town. The festival, which features a collection of short films that animal-rescue...

DATE: Aug 12, 2015 | CATEGORY: Local News