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  • A Pawsitively Safe Thanksgiving

    Keeping Your Furry Friends Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving is a time for feasting, family, and fun, but [...]

  • Adopting More Than One Dog

    At the shelter, cats are almost always housed individually, while dogs are routinely doubled up in the [...]

  • The Lonely Dog

    Ask most people what they need most to keep a dog safe and happy and they’ll answer:  [...]

  • Tips for a Safe, Happy, and Well-Behaved Puppy

    Before adopting a new puppy, keep in mind these tips to help prepare you, your family and [...]

  • Letting the Cat Out

    Thanks to the creation of cat litter in the mid-1940's, more and more cats are becoming indoor-only [...]

  • What To Do if You Find Kittens

    Found Kittens? Stop and Assess First! Before taking action, check the kittens' age! Many well-meaning people mistakenly [...]

  • Pet Friendly Housing

    Finding a New Home for You and Your Dog Finding dog-friendly housing can be tough, especially if [...]

  • It Doesn’t Happen Overnight – The 3-3-3 Rule for Dog Adoptions

    Introduction: Adopting a rescue dog can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires patience, understanding, and [...]

  • Dog Park Etiquette

    Longmont has many parks for off-leash enjoyment: Dog Park #1, 21st and Francis Street Dog Park #2, [...]

  • How an Understimulating Environment Can Affect Your Cat

    Guest Post for Longmont Humane Society by Cat Topia Most of the time, we think of [...]

  • Educating Miss Kitty

    When it comes to making that rough diamond of a shelter cat into a polished model of [...]

  • A Safe Christmas for Your Furry Friends

    A Purr-fectly Safe Christmas for Your Furry Friends Christmas is a time for family, friends, and festive [...]

  • Spay or Neuter Your Cat

    Now is the time to step up and be a truly responsible pet owner and have your [...]

  • Litter Box Training

    Contrary to popular myth, Garfield wasn't born using a litter box. He was just drawn that way! [...]

  • 10 Biggest Misconceptions about Dogs

    1. When your dog looks grown up, he is. No matter how big he is, or how [...]

  • Relieving Cat Boredom

    Idle hands are the devil’s workshop, as the saying goes. The same can be said for your [...]

  • 5 Reasons Why Cats Benefit from a Catio

    Guest Post for Longmont Humane Society by Cat Topia The concept of a "catio" is quickly [...]

  • Is Your Dog Ready for the Park?

    With the opening of Longmont’s second off-leash dog park, more area pooches can now enjoy the freedom [...]

  • It Doesn’t Happen Overnight – The 3-3-3 Rule for Cat Adoptions

    Introduction: Adopting a rescue dog can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires patience, understanding, and [...]

  • Treats, Treats, and More Treats? Finding Balance in Dog Training 

    Treats are a fantastic tool in dog training. They provide immediate positive reinforcement, helping your dog understand [...]

  • What to Do if You Find a Cat Outdoors

    In most cases, cats being outdoors is nothing to be concerned about. Cats have always lived outdoors [...]

  • One Cat or Two?

    We have lots of cats! Young cats, mature cats, and every age in between. Think of long, [...]

  • Dog Care Tips

    The First Day with Your Adopted Dog Helpful Info for the First Few Weeks at Home Housetraining (PDF) [...]

  • Dog Barking & Digging

    No matter what breed, if your dog doesn’t get the attention or exercise he craves, he’ll try [...]

  • The 3 Ds of Dog Training: Duration, Distance, and Distraction 

    You've taught your dog to "sit," but they only seem to listen when you're standing right in [...]

  • Crate Training: Providing a Safe Haven for Your Dog 

    Crate training often gets a bad rap, but when done correctly, it can be an incredibly valuable [...]

  • Beware of Foxtails!

    Foxtails are a grass-like weed that grows prolifically throughout Colorado. It grows as well in pastures and [...]

  • Tired Dog? Think Beyond the Walk! 

    We all know that dogs need physical exercise to stay healthy and happy, but did you know [...]

  • Dog Crates

    A king has his castle, a child yearns for his own room, and an infant is placed [...]

  • 4th of July Fireworks – Plan Ahead for Your Pets!

    Most of us look forward to the celebrations around July 4th – picnics, backyard barbecues, and fireworks! [...]

  • 6 Tips for Taking Better Photos of Your Pet

    6 Tips for Taking Better Photos of Your Pet By Marsha Steckling How to Take Great [...]

  • Helpful Info for the First Few Weeks at Home

    If you have another dog in your home, then they may have met at the shelter before [...]

  • Preventing Dog Bites

    From 1986 to 1996 in the US, the dog population rose by about 2%, but the number [...]

  • Cat Care Tips

    Cat Care Tips Below are some helpful handouts to help you prepare for your new cat or [...]

  • The First Day with Your Adopted Dog

    To be successful in transitioning your new dog to his new home, here are some tips for [...]

  • Kitten Care

    Kittens are curious creatures capable of jumping or climbing onto high surfaces or squeezing into the smallest [...]

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