Bernalillo County Animal Care Center recovers from parvovirus outbreak

The Bernalillo County Animal Care Center closed its doors Wednesday to help staff get a parvovirus outbreak under control. BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. — The Bernalillo County Animal Care Center closed its doors Wednesday to help staff get a parvovirus outbreak under control. Parvovirus attacks animals’ white blood cells and gastrointestinal tract. Puppies are usually at … Read more

Animal Humane New Mexico celebrating PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week

July 15 – 21 is PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week. And Animal Humane New Mexico is celebrating the week as well. Visit PetSmart Everyday Adoption Center on Eubank on July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to meet adoptable dogs. At the event, they will be offering first-family photos, giveaways and discounted adoption fees. … Read more

Overfilled ABQ animal shelter expanding adoption days

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department will soon be open seven days a week. The hope is that the expanded hours will help boost adoptions and support for the overpopulated shelter. “This unprecedented expansion of days of service should help reduce the number of pets in our shelters while providing loving homes for our … Read more

Animal Humane to host foster parent event, Pure Barre class in Albuquerque

Whether you are donating money or items, volunteering at the shelter, fostering, or adopting, there are many ways to help New Mexico’s homeless pets. To raise awareness, gather resources, and educate the community, Animal Humane New Mexico is hosting its “Fostering Love” foster shower on Saturday, July 13. The event will be held from 1 … Read more