Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.
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City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department
11800 Sunset Gardens Rd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
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Animal Humane New Mexico
615 Virginia St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108-4228
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Birds of a Feather Parrot Rescue
2325 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Street Cat Hub
1616 Eubank Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112-4115
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Animal Welfare Department (Eastside Shelter)
8920 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
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F.A.T. Katz
4610 Cutler Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
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Albuquerque Animal Welfare
8920 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112-5049
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Animal Humane New Mexico Westside Adoption Center
10141 Coors Blvd NW Ste D, Albuquerque, NM 87114
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Animalhumane
10700 Corrales Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87114
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Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center
3001 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
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Bernalillo County Animal Control
1136 Gatewood Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105-3711
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Wildlife Pest Control Albuquerque
8804 Washington St Ne Ste J, Albuquerque, NM 87113-2709
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Doggie Dash & Dawdle
615 Virginia St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108-4228
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Good to know
What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?
Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.
How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?
Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.
Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?
Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.