From the Humane Society - The Durango Herald

February is spay and neuter awareness month

Winter is in full swing, but soon spring will be knocking on our doorstep. February is national spay/neuter awareness month and we just love to spread awareness about the importance of, and ...

DATE: Feb 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Help reduce pet overpopulation by getting your cat or dog spayed/neutered

As the La Plata County Humane Society reaches a milestone of over 50 years serving the Four Corners, we are finally moving forward with plans for capital improvements and a major kennel reno...

DATE: Jan 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Have a COVID dog? It’s time to drop the excuse and start the training

Recently, I watched as a dog cowered away from a woman who was attempting to say hi. The dog's owner apologized and said the dog was a COVID puppy. This is a new phrase implying the dog has ...

DATE: Dec 17, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

When you’re ready to adopt, think local first

This time of year, we are all reminded about the importance of shopping locally. Today, I’d like to remind you it is just as important to adopt shelter pets locally. Local animal welfare or...

DATE: Nov 26, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

If at first they don’t succeed, don’t stop trying

Recently, while working with a dog I was asked, “How long is it going to take to get her over this?” The dog had just seen another dog and erupted, causing the woman to startle and lose her...

DATE: Oct 22, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

The value in foster field trips

I recently completed an online course with Maddie’s Fund, a national nonprofit that provides resources to animal welfare organizations. Through this course, I learned a great deal about the ...

DATE: Sep 17, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Caring for community’s animals a burden and blessing

As I write, I’m heartbroken about the loss of a friend. He was not lost to age or illness, but to unpredictable behavior. I knew this guy was a longshot, but he burrowed his way into my hea...

DATE: Jul 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Dreaded parvovirus is preventable through vaccination

Hello, readers! My name is Victoria Robinson, and I’m the veterinarian at La Plata County Humane Society. With summer adventures coming and puppy season in full swing, we need to talk about ...

DATE: Jun 18, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Kitten season is upon us: Here’s what you need to know

During the spring and summer months, La Plata County Humane Society sees an influx of kittens that require round-the-clock care from dedicated fosters. This year, we are expecting to care fo...

DATE: May 26, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

After a wild year, there’s much to be grateful for

By Wendy Ludgewait La Plata County Humane Society It’s been a heck of a year since COVID-19 shut down large portions of the world. As the board of the La Pl...

DATE: Apr 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

Help! My dog likes dogs, but acts like a jerk on a leash

By Marcy Eckhardt La Plata County Humane Society Dogs need practice to keep their socialization skills in tune. They need opportunities to play with other dogs, interac...

DATE: Apr 2, 2021 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society

In tough times, people showed best selves with animals

By Marcy Eckhardt La Plata County Humane Society 2020 will forever be remembered as the Year of COVID-19, but for those of us in animal welfare, it will always be synon...

DATE: Dec 18, 2020 | CATEGORY: From the Humane Society