Tag: pets
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Colorado Springs pet-related information and events starting Oct. 4
EVENTS Barks and Boos Fall Fest — With vendors, Howl-O-Ween pup parade, costume contest and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 19, Under the Sun Dog Training and Daycare, 8540 Vincent Drive. Costumes only for dogs. Dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations and leashed; utsdog.com/upcoming-events. ADOPTION Comfort & Joy Cat Café — Tasty and…
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Pet psychic: Local medium wants to connect people with pets
Sitting in Rachael Ortega’s office, surrounded by crystals and crosses, is Allison McPike. Ortega is facing the young woman across from her desk, a pencil in hand and a blank notepad resting flat. A mutual friend referred McPike to Ortega, a psychic medium. But McPike isn’t here to speak to a loved one beyond the…
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New mobile vet service brings care home to Colorado Springs pet owners
A new model of veterinary care is hoping to improve access in Colorado Springs. Coined the Roaming Veterinary Team, this new mobile service helps pet owners maintain routine care for their animals. After launching at the end of March, the need was clear: The first month, the team saw about 50 patients; this month, they…
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Fur patrol: 7 ways to bust pet fuzz at home
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save “Do you have a cat?” a colleague asks me during a business meeting. “No, why?” We both look down at my black pants, which are covered in blond fur. “A dog,” I say, smiling meekly,…
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Fur patrol: 7 ways to bust pet fuzz at home
“Do you have a cat?” a colleague asks me during a business meeting. “No, why?” We both look down at my black pants, which are covered in blond fur. “A dog,” I say, smiling meekly, “two, actually,” as if that somehow excuses my dogged appearance. “I have a cat,” she adds, trying to sound sympathetic,…
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Pikes Pick: Humane Society vaccine clinic is affordable, efficient
When it comes time for your pet to get up to date on their vaccines, check out the Humane Society of Pikes Peak Region clinic. The clinic is super efficient — just select a date and the shots your pet is due for, and you’re good to go. It’s also affordable, with prices listed alongside…
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10 people, 5 animals displaced in Fountain apartment fire
Ten people and five pets were temporarily displaced from their homes following a structure fire in Fountain early Tuesday, according to Gazette news partner KOAA. The fire took place at an apartment complex on Alegre Circle, which is located near U.S. 85/87 and Southmoor Drive. Fountain Fire Department officials first posted about the blaze on…
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Cat Fest returns for third year featuring adoptions, cat-lebrity meet-and-greets
Nathan the CatLady. Maddie Bear the Ragdoll Kitty Cat. That Cat Pluto. Mountain Mowzer. Jennifer Catpurr. Those are just some of the cat-lebrities who will make an appearance at Cat Fest Colorado this Saturday at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs. Returning to the Springs for its third year, Cat Fest Colorado is,…
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Pikes Pick: Who Let the Dogs Out great local spot for pet grooming
From a fresh cut to a simple nail clipping, Who Let the Dogs Out is a great spot to get your pups groomed. A family owned and operated local business, they take great care of pups and do so at affordable prices. — Kelly Hayes, The Gazette
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Don’t leave pets alone in cars this summer: Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region
With summer in full swing, and area residents spending more time outdoors, officials with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region are again imploring pet owners to prioritize the safety of their four-footed friends. Each year, the humane society responds to dozens of calls about pets left behind in cars during the summer months,…