The Denkai Sanctuary plans to host two animal clinics in November and one in December to help provide affordable care in Southwest Colorado.
The November clinics are on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Denkai Store, Veterinary and Pet Rescue Center, 209 W. Main St. in Cortez.
The first clinic next month is Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The clinics are walk-in and first-come, first-served. Individuals can complete necessary paperwork in advance online or when they arrive.
Services will include vaccinations, microchipping, deworming and basic issues with eyes, ears and skin.
Sanctuary director Floss Blackburn, shared that the sanctuary has been working for four years to raise funds for a low-cost veterinary clinic in Southwest Colorado.
According to Denkai, many animals suffer because of a veterinary shortage and lack of access to basic and emergency care.
“Denkai is aiming to help alleviate such suffering through establishing a multivet practice,” Blackburn said.
The practice has “basic equipment” after receiving a $29,000 grant, but still needs $106,000 for remaining equipment and to afford a veterinarian and veterinary techs.
To learn more or to attend a clinic, email info@denkaisanctuary.org or visit the sanctuary’s website at www.denkaisanctuary.org/veterinary-appointments.
Donors may contact Blackburn at (970) 217-1457 or info@denkaisanctuary.org.
