“Jax is my soul dog. He makes me laugh, smile, walk more, and enjoy life more. Adopting him was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.” -Locke Hughes I’m sitting on my porch writing this as Jax sits next to me, his little snout moving a million miles an hour as he sniffs the evening mountain air. Today, I can’t … Continued
Dear supporters and friends of Nuzzles & Co., I am deeply honored to serve as the new executive director of Nuzzles & Co. as of August 1st, and I thank the board and staff for entrusting me to lead the way forward into the next chapter of the organization’s vital, life-saving work. During my first week at Nuzzles, I had … Continued
The 2024 Nuzzles Gala was a fantastic event and a howling success! Raising just over $400,000 (just a whisker away from our fundraising goal!) our incredible community of supporters truly came together to save the lives of animals in need while having lots of fun at the same time. And, to top it all off, all of the animals who … Continued
NUZZLES & CO AND PENDRY PARK CITY MAKE IT OFFICIAL – TEAMING UP TO SAVE ANIMALS AND SHARING THE MISSION WITH resort GUESTS AND PARK CITY LOCALS We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with Pendry Park City – the gorgeous, pet-friendly resort where we have held our Nuzzles Gala for the past two years – to spread … Continued
If you’ve ever wondered what warms the heart of a rock star before they face the roaring crowd, the answer might be softer and more snuggly than you’d expect. The Red Hot Chili Peppers, known for their energetic performances, found their pre-show zen in the gentle embrace of puppies — yes, puppies — at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater. … Continued
Hey Friends, Here is the tale of Elijah (or as we lovingly call him, Eli), a dog who has found his forever home after being with Nuzzles for 226 days. Picture this: an ailing dog rescuing himself by jumping into the front seat of a stranger’s semi-truck, dropped off at the Nuzzles Center in Kayenta, and then finally having our … Continued
Come take a gamble on love! Casino Night is one of the highlights of our year! Join us on Saturday, March 16th, from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. This gorgeous, speakeasy-themed evening is generously hosted by Promontory here in Park City, and it’ll include light fare, drinks, puppies, and casino gaming tables with blackjack, Hold ‘Em, roulette, and more. Guests are … Continued
Dog Spelled Backwards premiered in this year’s Slamdance Film Festival. The project by Tim Almeida and director Richie “Abstrak” Soto takes a look at the dogs at rescues and the ups and downs of those who work in the shelter community. Almeida and his crew recently visited Nuzzles & Co.’s Rescue Ranch and talked with Nuzzle’s development manager, Josh Stasinos. Read … Continued
Tim Almeida, a former musician turned dog trainer and filmmaker, has brought his project, “Dog Spelled Backwards,” to the 2024 Slamdance Film Festival. The film, which delves into the lives of shelter dogs and the people dedicated to their care, has found a special connection with the local nonprofit, Nuzzles & Co. Click here to read the full article on … Continued
Our wonderful wine sponsors have done it again: special Chester Wine gift baskets are available for special order (yes, here in Utah!) just in time for the holidays. A portion of all Chester sales in Utah go to the rescue animals of Nuzzles, so as you can imagine, the rescue pups and kitties are feeling extra festive! The $50 “Barking … Continued
