Humane Colorado

The cat’s out of the bag! ?? While our name has changed, our mission and commitment to ending pet homelessness and animal suffering remains steadfast. We’re thrilled to be known as Humane Colorado, and we hope you’ll join us for the next 115 years! Note: Please be patient as we will be updating our social handles over the next coming weeks! https://lnkd.in/gspbs4ZK

Student Shay Mehr has been doing her extern rotation with us and let us know the impact this program has had in preparing for her future career as a veterinarian! "Being a vet student is a little bit like being a lost puppy, and if anyone knows what to do with a lost puppy, it's DFL. I gained invaluable experience in difficult client communications, soft tissue handling, diagnostic interpretation, anesthetic protocol creation, and shelter logistics during my time at CSU SPUR. I got to work with many doctors with different styles. Dr. Holley was instrumental in teaching me a lot about general dentistry. With Dr. Nigrini's patient one on one coaching, I learned a lot of the really important nuances of surgical approach and tissue handling. This is an experience I'd recommend to any vet student, regardless of the type of work they're looking to do after graduation. " These critical teaching moments are made possible thanks to the financial support of Hill's Pet Nutrition, which gives students the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in class by engaging in experiential learning with seasoned veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Thank you to Kaiser Permanente for volunteering in the frigid temps at our Harmony Equine Center for their annual Martin Luther King Junior Day of Service! Staff, volunteers, and our animals alike are always grateful for a little extra help, especially when things get a little frosty ?

Buying this plate helps shelter animals get vital veterinary care and get adopted into loving homes! Visit the link below to learn more about how to purchase a plate for yourself. https://lnkd.in/g7kZmAYW

Thanks in part to support from Hill's Pet Nutrition, animals like Olive receive the care and connection they need and deserve – every step of the way. Read more about Olive's journey and road to recovery by visiting our website. https://lnkd.in/gs9Ej8qc

For veterinary students at CSU, the Veterinary Hospital at CSU Spur is a one-of-a-kind classroom. The League's externship program in partnership with CSU's Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers two-week rotations for fourth-year student externs so they can gain invaluable hands-on experience before they graduate. Our veterinary externs are able to perform examinations, determine and execute diagnostic plans, and create treatment regimens during their rotation period. Externs are encouraged to take the lead in each of the cases they work on, but clinical instructors are always present to help guide and supervise them along the way. This program is made possible thanks to the support of Hill's Pet Nutrition, allowing our externs to make a world of difference to thousands of pets and owners throughout the year. As we bid farewell to 2024, we can't wait to see what our externs accomplish in 2025! #HillsFoodShelterLove #HillsTransformingLives

As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible individuals who make our mission possible. ?? ??To our staff: Your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts ensure every animal in our care receives the love and attention they deserve. Thank you for leading with compassion every single day. ?? ??To our volunteers: Your selfless generosity of time, energy, and kindness truly transforms the lives of our furry friends. You embody the spirit of giving, and we couldn’t do this without you! ???? ??To our donors: Your generous contributions empower us to continue saving lives and finding loving homes for animals in need. Your support is the foundation of all that we do. ???? Because of YOU, our community continues to grow stronger, kinder, and more compassionate. Together, we’re creating a brighter future for the animals we all care so deeply about. Wishing you all a holiday season filled with joy, love, and the warmth of knowing you’ve made a real difference. ???? With gratitude, The Dumb Friends League

Our Veterinary Hospital at SPUR does more than just provide accessible care to members of our community. Every 2 weeks, veterinary students from Colorado State University rotate in and out of our hospital as part of an externship program. These externs join our veterinary staff members in learning procedures unique to veterinary medicine, along with advanced skills in community medicine. These critical teaching moments are made possible thanks to the financial support of Hill's Pet Nutrition, which gives students the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in class by engaging in experiential learning with seasoned veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Student Jake Scott has been doing his extern rotation with us and let us know the impact this program has had in preparing for his future career as a veterinarian! "My externship at Dumb Friends League allowed me to grow in all aspects of being a doctor. I was able to be a part of a wide diversity of surgical procedures and medicine appointments. The doctors and technicians worked really hard to make this experience amazing and really allowed me to gain confidence in my abilities. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity!" These critical teaching moments are made possible thanks to the financial support of Hill's Pet Nutrition, which gives students the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in class by engaging in experiential learning with seasoned veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Hi! I'm Delaney, a 4th year veterinary student at Colorado State University. I've always known I wanted to work with animals, but didn't find my passion for veterinary medicine until 2017 when I went on a spay/neuter externship in Nicaragua. Since then, I have completed my undergrad degree in December 2018 and was accepted to CSU for vet school in 2021. Last year, I started a research project with a veterinarian at CSU Spur/DFL that introduced me to this wonderful hospital. My externships and research here have been extremely rewarding and a great way to reinforce what I have learned in school. Next year, I will be working in a small animal private general practice where I hope to focus on community medicine, soft tissue surgery, and small exotic general medicine. These critical teaching moments are made possible thanks to the financial support of Hill's Pet Nutrition which allows students to apply what they’ve learned in class by engaging in experiential learning with seasoned veterinarians and veterinary technicians at our CSU Spur location.