Albuquerque/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on July 12, 2019
Dogs in Albuquerque looking for their fur-ever homesPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some lovable pups? There are dozens of deserving dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Albuquerque.

Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Barbie, rottweiler

Barbie is a female rottweiler currently residing at Viva! NM Rural Animal Rescue.

Barbie loves to socialize, and she gets along well with other dogs and children. She is already spayed and vaccinated. Fear not: She's already house-trained.

Here's more about her:

I really just want to hang out with my people and be loved-on nonstop. I really like to wrestle with other dogs. Toys are cool and all, but when I get to play with some friends, that's the best. I hope my future home has another dog that's close to my size, so we can romp around the yard. 

Read more about how to adopt Barbie on Petfinder.

McGruff, Labrador retriever and German shepherd mix

McGruff is a sweet male Labrador retriever and German shepherd mix staying at Viva! NM Rural Animal Rescue.

McGruff will get along great with your other dogs. He's already neutered and vaccinated. He's already house-trained.

Here's more about him:

I can be a bit timid at first, but if you give me the chance to warm up to you, I'm lots of fun. I would love to be able to go to the dog park a lot, or have other doggie friends in my forever home. I love to play chase and to wrestle. I also really like to play in water, and I'm learning how to play fetch. 

Read more about McGruff on Petfinder.

Bear, rottweiler mix

Bear is a male rottweiler mix staying at Viva! NM Rural Animal Rescue.

Bear is friendly as can be, and he loves other dogs. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. He's already neutered, and he has all his shots.

Here's more about him:

I love to swim and play with other dogs, and toys are always fun. I also love to go running and play chase. My forever family would ideally have another dog for me to play with, maybe even two.

Read more about how to adopt Bear on Petfinder.

Havoc, pit bull terrier and Australian cattle dog mix

Havoc is a male pit bull terrier and Australian cattle dog mix in the care of Viva! NM Rural Animal Rescue.

Havoc is happy to keep company with other dogs. He has been vaccinated and neutered. He's already house-trained.

Here's more about him:

I have lots of energy and love to play and run. Here's the thing: I am partially deaf. I can hear certain noises within a certain range, but I'm also kind of a diva and sometimes I just don't listen. I know lots of sign language though, and I am very obedient when I am paying attention.

Apply to adopt Havoc today at Petfinder.

Toby, shepherd mix

Toby is a male shepherd mix being cared for at PACA/AAR.

Toby is ready to make friends, and he'll get along great with your other dogs. Toby is already neutered and vaccinated. He's mastered his house-training etiquette.

From his current caretaker:

Toby is a great dog. He is very friendly. He is not destructive when you are gone and leave him in the house. He loves to go for walks. 

Apply to adopt Toby today at Petfinder.

Koa, golden retriever and chow chow mix

Koa is a sweet male golden retriever and chow chow mix staying at Paws and Stripes.

Koa wants to be your one and only: He will need a home free of other dogs. He has been vaccinated and neutered. No need to worry: He's already house-trained.

Notes from his caretakers:

Koa can be a little shy and timid at first, but once he warms up to you, he’ll be your best friend. He has a lot of energy and loves to play. He loves to show off all the skills he knows. Treats are great, but what he loves arguably more than that is physical affection.

Apply to adopt Koa today at Petfinder.

Rica, Doberman pinscher

Rica is an adorable female Doberman pinscher in the care of Doberman Rescue of New Mexico.

Rica is happy to keep company with children, dogs or cats. She's already vaccinated and spayed. She is already house-trained.

Here's what her friends at Doberman Rescue of New Mexico think of her:

Rica is affectionate and loves being petted. She is a playful girl and loves riding in the car. She doesn't know basic commands, but is willing to learn. 

Read more about Rica on Petfinder.


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