Tag: pets
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Selling dogs, cats in pet stores now banned in Colorado
Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill into law last week prohibiting pet stores from selling dogs and cats, which sponsors have nicknamed the “Pistol the Pomeranian Protection Act.” House Bill 1011, sponsored by House Majority Leader Monica Duran, D-Wheat Ridge, Rep. Karen McCormick, D-Hygiene, Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez and Sen. Dylan Roberts, D-Frisco, would…
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Selling dogs, cats in pet stores now banned in Colorado
Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill into law last week prohibiting pet stores from selling dogs and cats, which sponsors have nicknamed the “Pistol the Pomeranian Protection Act.” House Bill 1011, sponsored by House Majority Leader Monica Duran, D-Wheat Ridge, Rep. Karen McCormick, D-Hygiene, Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez and Sen. Dylan Roberts, D-Frisco, would…
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Playing catch with Randi becomes neighborhood activity
One happy dog in Woodland Park has turned fetch into a neighborhood activity. Randi, a 5-year-old rescue owned by Michael Patterson, has an obsession with chasing tennis balls. He is known for wild jumps, occasional flips and other airborne tricks – all while in pursuit of the bouncy balls. Randi developed a habit of dropping…
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‘I feel like I’m at home when I’m here’: Inside a Colorado Springs cat cafe
Ruby has her enormous eyes on you. The 2-year-old, cinnamon swirl tabby cat with cashmere-soft fur lounges in the front window of Comfort & Joy Cat Cafe, locking her expressive eyeballs on all who dare knock on her front door. But the cafe cat is used to strangers showing up at her home. A resident…
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Therapy dog taskforce grows to meet hardship and disaster in Colorado and beyond
On an upper level of the Colorado Springs Police Department, the calls never stop. The people here stand before screens displaying maps of the city and other urgent information, and they respond through headsets. “Are you safe? Are you out of danger?” “Do you see flames or smoke?” It’s another day in the communications center,…
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Therapy dog task force grows to meet hardship and disaster in Colorado and beyond
On an upper level of the Colorado Springs Police Department, the calls never stop. The people here stand before screens displaying maps of the city and other urgent information, and they respond through headsets. “Are you safe? Are you out of danger?” “Do you see flames or smoke?” It’s another day in the communications center,…
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Pikes Pick: Cat fashion fever at Colorado Springs benefit show
Designers and models will strut for the benefit of purr balls. Catwalk for the Cats, a fashion show, will feature 10 designers, their models, and about 20 arts vendors from around the state, all to benefit Comfort & Joy Cat Cafe in Colorado Springs and Teller County Regional Animal Shelter in Divide. Felines will serve…
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Fern ready to end term as mayor of Divide
Fern is wrapping up her two years as Mayor of Divide. She has had a big term, supporting many of the dogs who have passed through the shelter’s doors and being a huge part of Navy Week. “Fern had some big ears to fill, and she stepped up and was one of the most supportive…
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Colorado Springs pet-related information and events starting Nov. 29
EVENTS DEC. 6 Santa Paws is Coming to Town — Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus at 9 a.m., with family and dog-friendly events, holiday market and more, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Under the Sun Dog Training & Daycare, 6540 Vincent Drive. Breakfast is $17.50, free for dogs and children younger than 2. Reservations required by…
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Pets of the week for Nov. 19
Call TCRAS at 719-686-7707 and set up a time to meet. Jack is a sassy little guy, full of spunk, energy and just looking to find a family that can keep up! He’s played with other dogs before but it would be best if he met any potential siblings (two or four legged) before he…