The Denver Animal Shelter investigated 83 cases of emaciated pets since the start of the year - a 30% increase from the first six months of last year.
Malnourished dogs, cats and other domestic animals require intensive care, including special "refeeding" programs.
In some cases, according to shelter vet Claire Vaiden, emergency surgery extracts foreign objects devoured to relieve hunger - including toys, mulch, plastic and rocks.
Starving an animal is punishable by up to 300 days in jail and fines up to $999 in Denver.
If you find a starving pet, or can't afford to support a pet, call Denver Animal Protection at 720-913-2080 for help.
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