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Helping the Humane Society

El Paso County's budget problems have directly affected the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.  Approximately $80,000 of their budget was lost when their contract with the county was cut back.  Click for more information and to find out how you can help.

LEONA HELMSLEY

Billions of dollars going to the dogs

The New York Times reported that Helmsley left instructions that her estate -- of up to $8 billion  -- be spent on the care and welfare of dogs.

9/11 Dog Hero Cloned

Search dog that helped at Ground Zero will be cloned

His name is Trakr. At 15 he no longer gets around as well as he used to as a search dog. But now the German Shepherd stands to make history by being cloned.

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Protect your pets over the 4th of July holiday weekend

Animal shelters say they collect more strays during the Fourth of July holiday than at any other time of the year. The problem -- fireworks.

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Chiropractics in the Veterinary Hospital

If your dog limping?  Maybe it's time for an adjustment.

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Surfing goes to the dogs at California beach

California's Imperial Beach has gone to the dogs. It wasn't just beach-goers catching the waves there this weekend, but man's best friend as well.

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‘People foods’ that can kill your pet

Who can resist those puppy dog eyes? But if your pooch with the chocolate brown eyes is begging for your chocolate ice cream, don't give in.  Chocolate's on the list of human foods that can harm him.  Check our list.

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Pets For Adoption

To adopt or get more info:

The Humane Society Pikes Peak Region
610 Abbott Lane
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
719-473-1741
719-444-0179 (fax)

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