Pet of the Week

This is Parker, a Chow-retriever mix. He was found at the park. He is a very happy dog and gets along great with everyone. Parker needs a home that can spend time with him and take him on walks. The Cortez Animal Shelter is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and closed every other Friday for intensive cleaning. The shelter will be closed this Friday. New summer hours will begin May 12: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Cortez Animal Shelter also accepts donations such as bleach, Clay cat litter, Pedigree or Iams dog food, Iams puppy food, Purina cat chow and kitten chow, dish soap, paper towels, and dog treats. Adoption fees include altering, microchip, first vaccines except rabies, and a free health exam at any local vets. For more information, call the Cortez Animal Shelter at 565-4910. To view adoptable pets online, visit www.petango.com and enter the zip code 81321 orwww.cityofcortez.com/government/animal_shelter.