Farmington police help relocate shelter animals saving over 30 lives

FARMINGTON, N.M. – The Farmington Police Department helped save over 30 lives last week, but these weren’t human lives; they were animals. Sergeants Travis Spruell and Martin Olsen headed to Denver on Wednesday, Oct. 20, with 20 dogs/puppies and 11 cats/kittens from the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter. The shelter was at capacity and needed to …

Pet Safety Tip from the FPD Animal Control Unit: Keeping Fido safe on walks and at the park

It’s not uncommon to see our four-legged community members accompanying their owners on walks through our beautiful parks or around other parts of town. But how do we ensure Fido’s safety and the safety of others while enjoying an outing? Whether you’re walking your dog in a park or in another public area, it’s important …