I know this is a touchy subject. I hesitate to even broach it, but here goes: Snow. I know many of people in Telluride depend on those white flakes for their livelihood. Those lovely crystals are their reason for being in this region. They help everyone feel...
Dear Pet Column, My dog appears to dream when he sleeps, moving his legs and body, whining, growling, while appearing to be in a deep sleep. Do dogs dream and what do they dream of? Should I wake him up when he is appearing to have a...
Dear Santa Paws, Does anyone ever ask you what you want for Christmas? I imagine the answer is difficult for someone who has access to every gift in the world. But I had a thought of something you would probably really enjoy. It comes wrapped in...
On Telluride’s Noel Night, shoppers can give great art and homeless pets a second chance. For months, the best artwork donated to Second Chance Thrift Shops has been set aside in preparation for this big holiday art sale. The event takes place Wednesday from noon-9...
I really didn’t think I would find myself living in an animal shelter this year, but yeah, that happened … My former people clearly had not taken the Pledge for Life. I include it in this week’s Second Chance Pet Column in hopes that my...
Sampson here with some breaking scientific news: The rabies vaccine, found to be extremely effective at preventing this fatal disease in dogs, is now showing significant positive impacts on overall canine health and a strong association with a decrease in death from all causes. So,...
Do you need to give up your cat just because you're pregnant? According to the Humane Society of the United States, the answer is an emphatic no. [caption id="attachment_70382" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Chuck[/caption] The worry is rooted in a disease called toxoplasmosis which can lead to miscarriages. But...
My people here at Second Chance just celebrated my first birthday. Thing is, like most homeless pets, true birth dates are typically unknown. Does that bother me? Nah, I would rather celebrate more meaningful milestones. [caption id="attachment_70198" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Archie[/caption] Adoption Day – I am still waiting...
A short while ago my friend Savannah wrote about the social needs (or non-needs) of cats. She hogged the whole Pet Column talking about how some adult cats thrive more with other cats in the house and some do not, blah blah blah. [caption id="attachment_70054" align="aligncenter"...
Dear Pet Column, One of my cats passed away a few weeks ago and my remaining cat appears to be sad and lonely – should I get another cat to cheer him up? Sincerely, Lonely Cat Momma Dear LC, Sorry for your loss. And yes, the confusing myth of...
