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Brr…It’s getting cold outside! Follow these tips and guidelines to keep your pets and animals in your community safe during extremely low temperatures. Ensure your pet has access to shelter Bring your pets inside, or give them access to an insulated shed, garage, or barn. Styrofoam coolers are great temporary shelters for stray animals. Cut…
Read MoreWe will never know exactly what Butterfly experienced before she was found alone at a park. Covered in apparent stab wounds and severe burns and extremely underweight, Butterfly was shut down and afraid. We are grateful Butterfly arrived at Foothills when she did. Our dedicated team provided weeks of skin grafts, burn treatments, surgic al…
Read MoreWritten by Frank Kohlenstein Shared with permission from the author. As I write this short note about Daja my heart is broken, my body aches, and my eyes are filled with tears, we wake this morning without a dog living in our household for almost 40 years. Daja was different in that we chose an…
Read MoreEvery day, dogs arrive at Foothills in need of a fresh start. Sometimes, they even need a new name! Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Dog month this October by giving a shelter dog something of their very own—a name. For a limited time, you can be part of a shelter dog’s new beginnings. It all starts…
Read MoreIt’s no secret Colorado that typically experiences an increase in natural disasters, including fires, during the warmer seasons. We’re here to help pet owners in Jefferson County who may experience these emergencies. Know Where to Go Be prepared in the case of evacuation by arranging a safe place for you and your pets to go…
Read MoreFostering at Foothills Animal Shelter is more than just providing a temporary home; it’s about giving animals the chance to thrive. The role of our foster volunteers isn’t limited to playtime and affection. Foster volunteers may also administer medications, provide frequent bottle-feedings, perform physical therapy, or provide other individualized care. Our foster volunteers play a…
Read MoreOur senior dogs had something to wag about this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announced the recipients of its annual grants. Dogs at Foothills are among the winners! Foothills is one of the 100 animal welfare groups chosen from nearly 400 applicants to receive a grant to help save or improve the lives of…
Read MorePet Emergency Preparedness: Essential Tips to Keep Your Companions Safe Emergencies can happen at any time, and making a plan is crucial to the well-being of your pets. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a sudden evacuation, or an unexpected crisis, having the right supplies and resources can make a big difference. Here are some essential…
Read MoreUpdate 8/6/24 at 10:30 am – all mandatory evacuations have been lifted. For more information, please visit the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. If Foothills Animal Shelter is providing temporary emergency shelter to your evacuated pet, we request that you make arrangements to pick up your pet as soon as possible. If you are…
Read MoreGet ready to unleash the potential of your dog with Calvert Dog Training! Foothills Animal Shelter is pleased to partner with Calvert Dog Training and their Group Training Classes in the Foothills Community Room! Each class is limited to six dogs for a lot of personal attention. Whether your pooch is a playful pup or…
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