DENVER — The Dumb Mates League introduced on Friday that it’s altering its identify to Humane Colorado.
In its announcement, the animal welfare group acknowledged its former identify “has change into more and more outdated and insensitive.”
“The phrase “dumb,” and the misconceptions concerning its which means and intent made it tough for some folks to search out, entry, and join with our good work. Potential supporters who have been both confused or troubled by the identify struggled to see us as a number one animal welfare group they have been inclined to help,” Humane Colorado stated on its web site.
The group stated the earlier identify created obstacles with new adopters, volunteers, donors and supporters. Humane Colorado management hopes the brand new identify will assist in its mission to “break down limitations in order that animals and other people in our group thrive collectively.”
“This evolution is a pure step ahead for our group, reflecting our continued dedication to enhancing the welfare of animals in our state and throughout the nation,” stated Humane Colorado president and CEO Dr. Apryl Steele.
The group started because the Denver Dumb Mates League in 1910. Since then, it has welcomed 20,598 homeless pets throughout its three shelters and offered 343,781 nights of security.
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