Pets News
News from the City of Albuquerque Animal Care
Don’t Leave the Leash at Home
Animal Welfare Department reminds people to leash their pets while out and about
Westside Shelter Expands Days of Service
Both Animal Welfare Department locations now open seven days a week
Free “Check the Chip”, Microchipping and Pet Tags
Animal Welfare Department stresses importance of updating microchip information
Calling All Kitten and Puppy Caregivers: Free Training Available!
Volunteers needed to help shelter pets
Lucky Paws Takes Adoptions on the Road
Coronado location to close, expanded adoption events for families
Helpful Tips to Keep Pets Warm This Winter
Animal Welfare Department would like to remind pet owners the best place for any companion animal when it's cold...inside your home. If at all possible animals, should be moved inside, especially in freezing temperatures.
City Alerts Pet Owners about Scammers
Scam targets vulnerable owners searching for their missing pets
City Hosts Dog House Drive
Animal Welfare Department now accepting donations for medium to large portable doghouses
City Highlights “Adopt a Shelter Dog” Month as Shelters Near Capacity
Community asked to help by adopting, fostering, volunteering and more
Dogs Removed from Property Following Suspicious Death
APD Investigating, Dogs on Scene Now Under Care and Supervision of Animal Welfare.
The theme for this year’s State of the City address is “A Future Worth Fighting For.”
State of the City at the BioPark Zoo! Admission is free. Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening celebrating ABQ.
AWD Thanks PetSmart Charities for Year of Collaborative Partnership
2023 grant supported Animal Welfare Department programs, adoptions and other services
Steps to Keep Your Pets Safe in Hot Summer Months
Animal Welfare Department (AWD) is urging pet owners to limit outdoor time for their pets during the hot peaks of the day.
Eastside Shelter Expands Days of Service
Animal Welfare Department increases shelter hours to seven days a week
City Modernizes Westside Animal Shelter
Renovations will improve the experience of both shelter pets and visiting patrons
Animal Welfare Department is offering FREE Microchipping and Custom Pet Tags
Microchipping and pet tags available to residents of Albuquerque, no appointment needed
Animal Control Officers Recognized During Appreciation Week
Animal Welfare Department draws awareness to this important role, April 14-20
Animal Welfare Department Asks Public for Help When They Come Across Kittens
Information and resources for what to do if you find a kitten
Rescue Pups Reunion: From Abandoned to Adored
Now enriching the lives of their new families, a litter of 9 puppy siblings see each other for the first time since being rescued from a dumpster last December
Animal Welfare Department Launches a New Shelter Data Dashboard
Online tool designed to provide a consistent, data-driven picture of the shelter
Calling All Kitten and Puppy Caregivers: Free Training Available!
Animal Welfare Department is offering training classes to take care of kittens and puppies
Two Hundred Community Owned Pets Were Spayed and Neutered in Three Days
Reducing overpopulation of pets in Albuquerque is crucial goal of operation
Lucky Paws Adoption Center Expands Days of Service
Fully staffed center helps families adopt their perfect pet
From Underdog to Top Dog
Animal Welfare Department director is now a Certified Animal Services Executive Leader.