Western Colorado - Roice-Hurst Humane Society

Kitten Lady: Saving Kittens Workshop Series
by Jenna Kretschman | Apr 4, 2024
Join professional kitten rescuer, best-selling author, and social media star Hannah Shaw, better known as the Kitten Lady, for a unique workshop series all about saving kittens’ lives! Learn how YOU can make a difference for our community’s kittens this kitten season,...

National Wildlife Day: Hiking With Your Pet
by Justin McCoy | Feb 15, 2022 | Active lifestyles, Blog, Dog-friendly hikes, Pet-ucation, Uncategorized
We all love to take our animals on walks, and sometimes the dog park just doesn’t cut it. Taking your pet (yes, even some cats!) on a hike is incredibly enriching as they encounter new smells, sights, and textures, which improves their mental health. But before...

HOMEWARD HOUNDS: Roice-Hurst Humane Society and HomewardBound partner to provide shelter for people experiencing homelessness with pets
by Jenna Kretschman | Dec 7, 2021 | Blog
Grand Junction, CO – Roice-Hurst Humane Society and HomewardBound of the Grand Valley are joining forces to provide temporary shelter for people experiencing homelessness with their pets through the innovative Homeward Hounds project. This first-of-its-kind...

What is the difference between a service dog and an emotional support dog?
by Savannah Holiman | Sep 23, 2021 | Blog, Pet-ucation
National Service Dog Month is celebrated every September to honor the hardworking dogs who dedicate their lives to performing extraordinary work in many different fields. While most of us have heard of service dogs, not many people are truly familiar with the laws...