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San Luis Valley Animal Welfare Society Blog
http://slvanimalwelfare.wordpress.com/
The San Luis Valley Animal Welfare Society is a no-kill shelter (rescuing primarily cats and dogs) in Alamosa, CO. Pet Adoptions are held every Saturday at the PetSmart on North Academy Blvd. accross from Chapel Hills Mall.
Recent Posts
HOW Much Is That Doggy In The Window?!
Some time back, a young volunteer and I were chatting while cleaning up puppy poop, and she asked “Why do the dogs cost money?” After my split second of shock, I realized it was an excellent question – after all, these are unwan...
Puppies, Puppies, Puppies! Rescued Pet Adoptions Saturday November 14th
While we typically present a good selection of rescued puppies at our adoption fairs, on Saturday, November 14th, we’ll be holding a veritable puppy fest! The bundles of fur include: Winkels, female Black Lab Bitsy, Wirehaired Terrier/Da...
The Light In 10,000 Eyes
A few minutes before our dog’s technical death, we knew he was gone. My husband nodded when I whispered “Look at his eyes. There’s nothing there.” The light in his eyes was gone. It was a wrenching moment of truth:...
A Day In The Life Of A Shelter Worker
You wake up tired and sore, from the long day of physical labor. The new employee didn’t show up Friday, so you’re feeling behind from the start. You decide to check on the puppies first. The din is deafening, as they’re all hap...
Big Puppy Finds Big-Hearted Folks
The picture of contentment Thor has already gained 1o pounds since he was adopted just a few weeks ago! It must have something to do with living large in his new home. He should be sufficiently spoiled with three older Labs looking out for him ...
Cute, Cute, Cute! Labrador Mix Puppies Want To Steal Your Heart
The mom is a 35 pound Lab mix – so we’re told, and mixed with what, we don’t know. The dad is not only an absent deadbeat but completely unknown. But these puppies are 100% adorable, and rather angelic looking, too! Pix...

