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Information about Animal Welfare.

Albuquerque's lost and adoptable pets are our number-one priority.

We are honored to help with pet-care needs and questions.

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Free Spay & Neuter Program

Upcoming Events

View Animal Welfare events.

Adopt a Pet

Adopting a pet is a wonderful experience.

Search for a new pet.

Rescue Groups

Many rescue and specialty groups throughout the state help our animals to find forever homes.

Learn more.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about adoptions, licenses, permits, and what to do if your pet ends up at a shelter.

Noisy Animals

Sometimes animals can get noisy and it can be a distraction.

Learn about reporting noisy animals.

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Volunteer at a Shelter

Feel great and help shelter animals through volunteering.

Learn more about volunteering at an animal shelter.

Donate Items

Peanut butter and yogurt are always in need. Find out what items are needed at our shelters.

Fostering a Pet

Fostering a pet is a wonderful experience. It also is tax-deductible.

Complete a fostering application form.

Lucky Paws - Mobile Lucky Paws

Lucky Paws is the first municipal retail pet adoption center in Albuquerque.

Learn about Lucky Paws Centers and Mobile Lucky Paws.

Pet-Friendly Housing

Find a place to live that allows pets.

Pet Food Stamps

Tight economy forces owners to abandon beloved pets due to inability to pay for basic food supply and care. See what one organization is doing about it.

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Shop at Albertsons & Support Kennel Kompadres!

You can help Kennel Kompadres help the animals of Albuquerque.

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Be Part of the Solution

Be Part of the Solution

Spay & Neuter Your Pet at Animal Welfare

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License Plate Holder For Only $5

License Plate Holder For Only $5

The proceeds will go to Albuquerque Kennel Kompadres to help support the spaying or neutering of Albuquerque pets.

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Serapes for Seniors

Serapes for Seniors

Free shawl (serape) to every adopter who adopts a dog or cat who is 9 years of age or older.

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Heat Can Kill Pets

Be extra careful with pets during hot temperature months.

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Cold-Weather Tips for Pets

Cold-Weather Tips for Pets

Some helpful tips to keep your pets warm this winter.

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Featured Pets - China, Stormy & Asia

This feline trio awaits at the Eastside shelter.

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Featured Pets - Purry & Alex

This feline pair awaits at the Eastside shelter.

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