Pet Pedigree
Pup parent love
Sonny is a 2-year-old rescue from the Dumb Friends League Buddy Center in Castle Rock. While the bold, black markings over his eye could easily mark him as a border collie, the subtle tan markings on the top of his head are that of an Australian cattle dog, also known as a blue heeler. In…
Chip the rescue pup
In just a glance, Chip’s big dark eyes captured Erika Tinkers’ heart. Tinker had been following the Douglas County Canine Rescue Facebook page when she first came across a young Maltese puppy’s photo. Without hesitation, she knew Chip belonged with them. Tinker and her daughter Saige (14) were the first ones in line, arriving two…
Toy Surprise on Christmas Day
Chihuahuas are loving, loyal to their families and have big personalities for such little dogs. A toy dog breed small enough to fit in a purse as well as a stocking, Pebbles was the best Christmas gift for Kimberly and Bob Borner’s 11-year-old twins, RJ and Scarlett last December. Four years ago, the Borners lost…
Little dog…courage of a Bear
Bear Bontrager is a 9-year-old, spunky shorkie, a cross between a Yorkshire terrier and a Shih Tzu. She has fur siblings, two-year-old mini golden doodle Sadie, and a bunny rabbit, Carrot – both who joined the Bontragers many years later. The name Bear came from her puppy dog appearance of looking like a teddy bear….
The joys of a domestic short-haired cat
Prea is a happy and very loved domestic short-haired cat. Cheryl and Rick Mautz, along with other family members, grew up with cats and thought their granddaughters Estiana (12) and Ciella (7) would also enjoy the feline experience. A 3-month-old, ultra-soft and purring kitten instantly attracted the girls to the black and white domestic short-hair…
Chaco the Bird Dog
After losing both of their faithful labs in 2020 and becoming empty nesters when both sons went to college, Valerie and Matt Gusdorf decided it was time to welcome a new companion to their home. Chaco, an 8-week-old, wiry-haired puppy joined the Gusdorfs in September 2021. Chaco is a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (WPG). Known for…
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