Colorado shelters take in dogs from storm-damaged Kentucky shelter

On April 2, a storm tore the roof off the Hopkins County Humane Society in Madisonville, Kentucky. The storm caused significant damage to the Hopkins County shelter. Despite the destruction, all animals were evacuated by staff and volunteers. The shelter remains closed to all intakes as they continue to repair damage done to the facility.

To help, two shelters in Colorado took in four dogs.

“These dogs didn’t just survive a storm; they survived the fear, confusion, and heartbreak that came with losing the only home they knew,” HSPPR wrote via Facebook.

The dogs’ transport was made possible through a collaborative effort with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), which provided relocation of the dogs at the request of Humane Colorado (formerly Dumb Friends League) in Denver and HSPPR.

“At Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, we’re honored to support a fellow animal welfare organization during such a difficult time,” said Kelley Likes, President & CEO of Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region. “Natural disasters can have a profound impact on both people and pets, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to step in and help however we can.”

Upon arrival, the dogs were divided between Humane Colorado and the HSPPR, where they are receiving evaluations, behavioral assessments, and ‘plenty of love.’

One of the dogs, Nutmeg, is up for adoption while the other three are awaiting medical evaluation.

Cody Costra with HSPPR commented, “Nutmeg came into the shelter a little shy, but now that she’s been here for a couple of days, she’s starting to warm up and show her true personality.”

Along with many of the dogs at HSPPR, these four are looking for a new leash on life with their fur-ever home.

“A lot of people say that they rescue the dog, but a lot of times that dog rescued them,” said Costra.