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It’s A Pawsitive Life Rescue

Animal rescue in Albuquerque, NM

We are a nonprofit aimed at serving the underserved pets of New Mexico. We try to fill the gaps in rural areas and pull from high risk areas.

Contact Allison Sikorski
Email itsapawsitivelife@gmail.com
Phone (505) 570-2063
Website
Address
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Donation PayPal-itsapawsitivelife@gmail.com
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Rescue FAQs

All of New Mexico. We will often make an exception for out of state

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

https://tinyurl.com/PLRcats

Cat adoption link

Adoption application

https://tinyurl.com/PLRdoggo

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Pets at shelters & rescues near It’s A Pawsitive Life Rescue

Australian Shepherds Furever -New Mexico Chapter

Albuquerque, NM 87105

IMPS New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM 87111

Edgewood Animal Control

16 Municipal Way,
Edgewood, NM 87015

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Layla

Domestic Longhair

Female, 6 yrs
Rio Rancho, NM
Needs Home Fast
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56421356

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Los Lunas, NM
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JOJO

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
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PONY BOY

German Shepherd Dog/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Albuquerque, NM
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LILA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
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RAINBOW & STASH bonded specialneeds

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Pena Blanca, NM

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