Kareem’s adoption story is a combination of Española Humane’s hard work and a magic spark of serendipity. The shelter’s staff had been working tirelessly since July 7 to find the 6-year-old, 55-pound pitbull a home. After almost six months, four foster homes, 11 adoption events and countless…
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society has waived adoption fees for dogs 5 months and older on Monday on what would have been entertainer Betty White's 100th…
Milo was welcomed into their family, and that is when Bolen said that the new dog was her second chance.
This week's Pet Chat with Murad and Bobbi focuses on the transition period for a newly adopted dog or cat to feel comfortable in its new home.
Kimberly Roman has been able to give coats and sweaters to over 25 dogs living on the streets
After being a dog-less home for almost a year, I decided that it was time again to welcome a furry companion.
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Volunteering and homemade dog treats will be discussed on Pet Chat, which airs 9 a.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday on 1260 AM and 103.7 FM. The show also streams on Sant…
“We gave her lots of time and space to acclimate,” Ellen Schecter said.
“I get lots of calls for cats stuck up in trees. I generally recommend not to worry,” said Ryan Brenteson, owner of Very Good Tree Service. “When a cat is ready to come down, they will."
This week on the radio show Pet Chat, the hosts discuss holiday gifts for pets with guest, Laurie Wilson, owner of Teca Tu — a Pawsworthy Pet Emporium. The show will a…
Question: Do you recommend leaving a bowl of water out overnight for my indoor dogs? Is it healthy if I pick up their bowl at bedtime (9 p.m.) and leave them without w…
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society and Española Humane are reducing pet adoption fees as part of the Empty the Shelters — Holiday Hope event sponsored by…
There it was, three feet away, banging its head against the sliding glass door, clear as day: a mountain lion.
Orlagh (pronounced “OR-lah,” Celtic for golden queen) is home not just for the holidays, but forever. Her prospects for adoption weren’t great: Orlagh arrived at Españ…
“I spent many hours on the Santa Fe animal shelter website over several months trying to identify some beautiful dogs that would fit my lifestyle,” said Frank.
Dew Paws Rescue will hold an adoption event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 11 at Café Fina, 624 Old Las Vegas Highway.
The New Mexico Wildlife Center in Española is asking people to donate to the wildlife rescue center on Giving Tuesday.
Question: I will be serving my dogs a turkey dinner for Thanksgiving. Are turkey and fixings OK to feed a dog? Also, does eating turkey have the same drowsiness effect…
Take a moment here to reflect on what your dog brings to you. The dog is contentment at just being with you
Going from being rescued off of the streets in southern New Mexico, to having a new home in Santa Fe, Grayson has come a long way.
Smith was convinced that Mason needed a foster home with the right environment if he was ever going to be successfully adopted.
Symptoms can include coughing, sneezing, itchy skin and ear and skin infections.
Española Humane will have pets for adoption from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at PetSmart, 3561 Zafarano Drive.
Shayne, a 2-year-old German shepherd mix, arrived at Española Humane terribly skinny and scared. Shayne had lost her puppies to parvo before testing positive for parvo…
Question: I recently took my dogs to the groomer for a trim. I noticed when I got home that their whiskers had been shaved off in the process. Will they grow back? If …
Lupé sat outside in the snow. It was 25 below. She sat just staring at the house. Finally, a neighbor called Tim, the guardian of Lupé, and expressed concern about a d…
Santa Fe shelter at capacity, all animals $25 to adopt in November
The couple said they were planning to adopt a senior or a hard-to-adopt dog.
Question: Every time I feed my 5-year-old terrier mix his kibbles, he loads up the food in his mouth and spits it out on the floor and eats it off the floor. Any idea …
Española Humane will have puppies, kittens and foster dogs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at PetSmart, 3561 Zafarano Drive.
Not only does Casper have a new home with the couple, he also has a new brother and sister.
With cold weather here, the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society needs twin- and full-size dog comforters and blankets, along with doghouses.
Instead of discussing the nutritional side of the issue, I would focus on the problem of obesity.
When Gabe Hernandez of Santa Fe opened The New Mexican one Thursday morning and saw Boo (now named Bella), he screamed with excitement to his wife, Sylvia, “Get me the…
The Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society is hosting trivia night at 6 p.m. Thursday at Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery.
A week or two with a kitten might give you all the information you need to make up your mind.
Rhyzik, a 2-year-old shepherd mix adopted from Española Humane, survived something that is usually fatal: distemper. Even if a dog survives the disease, it often suffe…
The center of the community was one of Washington's client's dogs, named Luka.
The Horse Shelter is holding an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday to show off its herd of 75 horses.
The urgent plea seeks foster caregivers to provide a temporary home for dogs above 50 pounds.
Question: I usually take my dog to one of the dog parks once a week. Lately, a kind person has been leaving tennis balls for the dogs to play with. How safe is this fo…
Losing an animal is one of the most heartbreaking challenges we face as pet guardians. But when you’re ready to welcome home a new pet, “remember that they have their …
This year's Dogtoberfest campaign aims to raise awareness on long-term shelter residents and fundraise to support their unusual extended stay, which adds up financially for the shelter.
Calvin, a 5-month-old tabby, was adopted by Lindsey Sniderman of Santa Fe a few weeks ago.
When a dog loses its teeth, how long does it take to get another? Do dogs have two sets of teeth like humans?
“She is the highlight of everyone’s day at Habitat. Oreo loves to lounge on her kitty play tower, hunt for mice, cuddle, observe with her keen green eyes, work on everyone’s lap and jump on everything,” Kahn said.
Drought has increased The Horse Shelter’s cost of hay by 21 percent this year, and with the shelter near capacity with 78 horses and an annual feed bill of $120,000, t…
Adopting a rescued animal requires an open mind and an open heart. If a person is interested in giving a forever home to an animal that has been rescued or surrendered…
Question: I recently moved from one apartment to another, and ever since then my Chiweenie seems to have “forgotten” that she is house trained. The only thing that has…
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