Colorado Citizens for Canine Welfare Blog
Will’s Story
Will is a Cocker Spaniel who spent ten to twelve years in a cage in a puppy mill as a breeder dog. In May of 2011, he was rescued and found his permanent home with Mary Klever in Colorado Springs, CO. But his suffering isn't over. Born blind, he was diagnosed with...
That Doggie in the Window
Puppy Mills: An Historical Perspective The idea of puppy mills came from the USDA’s attempt to introduce another source of income to struggling farmers right after World War II. Unfortunately, most farmers had no experience with canine animal husbandry or genetics and...
Rutherford County Puppy Mill Bust – Again
Help put an end to puppy mills. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtxK3agWRLw
HB 14-1270, Pet Animal Care Facilities Act Renewal and Revisions
Pet Animal Care Facilities Act revisions-signed into law June 6, 2014 The Colorado Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) is a law put into place to protect pet animals kept in any kind of a facility in specific quantities-from breeding, to groomers, to doggie...
SB14-039, Preveterinary Emergency Care for Dogs and Cats
This law authorizes emergency medical service providers to provide necessary care for dogs and cats. First responders usually take care of pets at the scene, but it was illegal to do so. Now it's not! Click to view more information on this legislation →