On March 12, Moms and Mutts: Colorado Rescue (MAMCO) relinquished its PACFA license as part of an agreement with the Colorado Department of Agriculture's Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act (PACFA) program.
“The agreement with MAMCO brings closure to this case. While investigations into these types of complaints are difficult and unfortunate for everyone involved, PACFA and CDA feel this was the best outcome for the animals in MAMCO’s care. PACFA’s mission is to protect the health and well-being of pet animals in Colorado, which includes protecting animals and consumers from the spread of communicable and zoonotic diseases. PACFA is continuing to work closely with rescues and shelters to account for all of the dogs MAMCO was required to surrender,” said Nick Fisher, PACFA’s Program Section Chief.
MAMCO and PACFA entered into a written Stipulation for Revocation agreement, which prohibits MAMCO, or any of its principals, officers, directors, or managers, from applying for any type of PACFA license for at least 5 years. In return, PACFA will not pursue civil penalties, including a $12,000 fine that was put on hold from a December 16, 2024 Stipulation and Order.
The December order put MAMCO’s PACFA license on probation for 18 months due to violations. The agreement also required MAMCO to follow all PACFA laws and rules.
However, in January and February, MAMCO failed two inspections, directly violating the December agreement. Because of this, and because inspectors found an imminent threat to the health and safety of Colorado dogs and their owners, MAMCO’s license was suspended on February 28 and MAMCO was ordered to stop all activities that require a license.
The Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act (PACFA) Program is a licensing and inspection program dedicated to protecting the health and well-being of pet animals in facilities throughout Colorado.
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