Pet Column
Pet Behavior


Connecting Pets, People, and
Community While Saving Lives
Chirping Cats
Feline Sounds Beyond the Meow and Purr Chirping, chirruping, trilling, chattering… all words to describe sounds many cats make that are very different than a meow or a
Elusive Dog Tails
Why do dogs chase and bite their tail? It’s funny, puzzling, and sometimes frustrating when your dog catches sight of his tail and spins in circles trying to
Back to School Time for Pets
This time of year is hectic, exciting, and stressful as we finish up our summer fun and the kids head back to school. A different schedule and more
Lost and Found Cats
A week ago, we received a stray cat. He was a young, neutered, friendly boy who was obviously someone’s pet. After posting his photo to our social media,
It’s Going to Get Loud… and Scary.
Dogs are just who they are… not sneaky or mysterious. They let you know if they’re happy, angry, or frightened. You just need to know how to understand
Some Things are Better Together
Some things are just better together. Salt and Pepper. Wine and Cheese. Catsup and Mustard. Skis and Boots. Movies and Popcorn. Also, Chowder and Sparkles. Penny and Quartz.
Our Extraordinary Connection to Animals
Second Chance Humane Society Presents: “Our Extraordinary Connection to Animals”, June 8, 2023 from 5-7 pm at the Wilkinson Library in Telluride. “You act like an animal.” If
The Truth About Socializing a Kitten
There is a nasty rumor that you can’t train a cat. As we see cats grow and change in our care, we see just how intelligent, willing, and
The Truth About Socializing a Puppy
Bringing a puppy home is fun, exciting, and a lot of responsibility. Most puppy parents know they need to “socialize” a puppy to help them become a valued
Siblings Aren’t Always Better Together
Sibling relationships can be complicated, both for humans and dogs. When adopting a new pet, people often think it’s better to get two from the same litter. With