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Information about Animal Welfare.
Albuquerque's lost and adoptable pets are our highest priority.
We are honored to help with pet-care needs and questions.
Popular Topics
Spaying & Neutering
Upcoming Events
Adopt a Pet
Adopting a pet is a wonderful experience.
Rescue Groups
Many rescue and specialty groups throughout the state help our animals to find forever homes.
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.
Hot Topics
Shelter Information
Find shelter hours and locations.
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.
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
Latest News
Kennel Lock-Up Sponsors
Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department invites you to bail out the below sponsors in support of its Kennel Lock-Up event taking place at the East side shelter on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
ASPCA Community Partnership Health Fairs - Successful Year
Results of the ASPCA Community Partnership Health Fairs.
Upcoming dates for the Spay/Neuter Blitz
Specials are being offered by Animal Welfare and PetSmart Charities®
Volunteer of the Month: Carol Latham
Animal Welfare Volunteer Shows Sincere Compassion for Albuquerque’s Shelter Dogs and Cats.
Training provides bonding
Developing a caring and loving relationship with your new pet paves the way for a trusting, successful companionship.
Needed: Foster Caregivers for Shelter Pets
Help Albuquerque's shelter pet by becoming a foster caregiver.
