Animal - The Journal

Bayfield man who killed three dogs and burned their bodies sentenced to jail

An earlier plea agreement calling for no jail time was rejected

DATE: Dec 5, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Humane society swelled to the seams with cats and dogs in need of good homes

Unprecedented numbers pack the shelter at time when surrenders outnumber adoptions

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Facebook community helps reunite La Plata County pets with owners

Humane Society volunteer Cathy Roberts has some advice for local and visiting pet owners

DATE: Oct 20, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rattlesnake activity picked up slightly sooner than usual in Durango area

Venomous bites should prompt fast trip to nearest hospital

DATE: Aug 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

World’s ugliest dog, Mr. Happy Face, to help other animals that had a rough start

It’s truly a face only a mother could love – and she does

DATE: Jul 12, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Baby elk caught behind fence prompts little action south of Durango

Wildlife officials say leaving animals like the one on County Road 220 alone is often best option

DATE: Jul 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Humane Society in ‘desperate’ need of dog fostering

Durango shelter to undergo renovations beginning next week

DATE: Jun 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County man suspected of shooting, burning dogs

Father told law enforcement he and son argued the previous night

DATE: Jun 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado’s farmers adapt to rising prices

Inflation, war in Ukraine and the pandemic have led to increases in fertilizers, feed

DATE: Jun 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Environmental groups partner to highlight pollinators’ crucial role

Workshop will teach property owners how create habitat for bees, butterflies and other insects

DATE: May 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Middle school students learn joys, heartache of caring for lambs

Veterinary science class visits J. Paul Brown’s ranch to observe birthing

DATE: May 11, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lower rates of chronic wasting disease found in Southwest Colorado

Environmental factors, geography could play a role in limiting the neurological illness

DATE: May 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News