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Free to good home: Horses who have served country

He received good marks in his early days in the military: “quite impressive,” his supervisor once wrote. But after he kicked a few soldiers, he swiftly found himself unwelcome in the Army. ...

DATE: Feb 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Lt. Dan, disabled dog at La Plata County Humane Society, finds a home

Stray dog lost use of both of his back legs

DATE: Feb 12, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rabies vaccine requirement for pets gains momentum in state Legislature

Currently, local governments determine policy

DATE: Feb 9, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

When you train puppies, it’s not easy to say goodbye

Durangoan socializing her 12th guide dog puppy

DATE: Jan 3, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Online pets all the rage

Some animals have millions of followers

DATE: Jan 2, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

United gives furry comfort

Holiday travelers at DIA greeted by paws and wagging tails

DATE: Dec 22, 2015 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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

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