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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Aries

Coonhound Beagle

Male, Young
Corrales, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Aries is a sweet 2.5 year old dog who has been looking for a forever home. He is currently at the Corrales Kennel and is being evicted.

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Absolutely Ms Aiko ~ Sweet Blue Lacy

Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy

Female, Young
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.DARLING 38 lb 1yo Blue Lacy, Sugar Sweet & Well Mannered for his Age !Absolutely Ms Aiko ~ DARLING 38 lb 1y Blue Lacy, Sugar Sweet, Calm & Well Mannered for her Age !!!  Loving, gentle, easy going, well mannered, playful, athletic, intelligent, cuddly, ADORES children, fun, SUPER smart, good with cats, GREAT with other dogs, affectionate, good on leash, loads of character, loves to snuggle, friendly, house trained, crate trained, SWEETHEART Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: Venmo: @petabulls-1 (2089) http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days. Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, March 15th, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!! BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt WEBSITE !!! Please note that pre approval requires speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person BEFORE the event, thus those who call have a MUCH greater chance of adopting the dog... We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. Closed Tuesdays. We focus on 'PERFECT Match' rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved.March 2, 2025, 9:24 pm

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Photo of Lovely Lil Lucinda ~ Precious Poodle !

Lovely Lil Lucinda ~ Precious Poodle !

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Adult
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.Precious Calm, Quiet LOVING 30lb 7y BLIND (SARDS) Poodle ! Very Well Adjusted, Friendly & DARLING with ALL She Meets ❤️ Lovely Lil Lucinda ~ Precious Calm, Quiet LOVING 30lb 7y BLIND (SARDS) Poodle! Very Well Adjusted, Friendly & DARLING with ALL She Meets ?? Loving, calm, quiet, gentle, well mannered, intelligent, cuddly, house trained, good with children, laid back, fun, advanced behavior skills, SUPER smart, good with cats, great with other dogs, affectionate, good on leash, loads of character, loves to snuggle, friendly, playful, house trained, crate trained Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: Venmo: @petabulls-1 (2089) http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days. Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, March 15, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!! BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt WEBSITE !!! Please note that pre approval requires speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person BEFORE the event, thus those who call have a MUCH greater chance of adopting the dog... We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. Closed Tuesdays. We focus on "PERFECT Match" rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved. Can't adopt? Please consider fostering! Contact us via our petabulls.com site or simply call Mare at (505)316-2089 to meet this delightful soul in person! March 6, 2025, 5:51 pm

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Photo of Magnificent Mr Mazer ~ Amstaff AMAZING !

Magnificent Mr Mazer ~ Amstaff AMAZING !

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Young
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.Exceptional Personality & Manners FUN 60lb 2y Amstaff is AMAZING !!! Magnificent Mr Mazer ~ Exceptional Personality & Manners FUN 60lb 2y Amstaff is AMAZING !!! Loving, calm, quiet, gentle, well mannered, intelligent, cuddly, house trained, good with children, laid back, fun, advanced behavior skills, SUPER smart, good with cats, great with other dogs, affectionate, good on leash, athletic, loads of character, loves to snuggle, friendly, playful, house trained, crate trained, absolutely LOVES children, ROCK STAR ! Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: Venmo: @petabulls-1  (2089) http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days. Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, March 15th, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!! BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt  WEBSITE  !!! Please note that pre approval  requires  speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person  BEFORE  the event, thus those who call have a  MUCH  greater chance of adopting the dog...  We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. Closed Tuesdays. We focus on 'PERFECT Match' rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved. Can't adopt? Please consider fostering! Contact us via our petabulls.com site or simply call Mare at (505)316-2089 to meet this delightful soul in person! #adoptdontshop #petabullsMarch 2, 2025, 11:38 pm

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Photo of Adorabull Aesop = WOW!

Adorabull Aesop = WOW!

American Bulldog

Male, Young
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.Amazing 55 lb 18mn Sweet, Stellar Bulldog Boy = BEST of SHOW !!!Absolutely Adorabull Aesop ~ Amazing 55 lb 18mn Sweet, Stellar Bulldog Boy = BEST of SHOW !!!   Loving, calm, quiet, gentle, well mannered, intelligent, cuddly, house trained, good with children, laid back, fun, advanced behavior skills, SUPER smart, good with cats, great with other dogs, affectionate, good on leash, athletic, loads of character, loves to snuggle, friendly, playful, house trained, crate trained  Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: Venmo: @petabulls-1  (2089) http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html  Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days.  Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, March 15th, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!!  BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt WEBSITE !!!  Please note that pre approval requires speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person BEFORE the event, thus those who call have a MUCH greater chance of adopting the dog... We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. Closed Tuesdays.  We focus on 'PERFECT Match' rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved.  Can't adopt? Please consider fostering! Contact us via our petabulls.com site or simply call Mare at (505)316-2089 to meet this delightful soul in person!  #adoptdontshop #petabullsMarch 3, 2025, 1:07 am

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Photo of Pretty Perfect Papi ~ Mastador

Pretty Perfect Papi ~ Mastador

Labrador Retriever Mastiff

Male, Young
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.Well Mannered, Loving, Gentle 85 lb 1y Mastador = ROCK STAR !!! Pretty Perfect Papi ~ Well Mannered, Loving, Gentle 85 lb 1y Mastador = SWEET PUP !!! Loving, calm, quiet, gentle, well mannered, intelligent, cuddly, house trained, good with children, laid back, fun, advanced behavior skills, SUPER smart, good with cats, great with other dogs, affectionate, good on leash, athletic, loads of character, loves to snuggle, friendly, playful, house trained, crate trained  Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: Venmo: @petabulls-1  (2089) http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html  Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days.  Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, March 15th, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!!  BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt WEBSITE !!!  Please note that pre approval requires speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person BEFORE the event, thus those who call have a MUCH greater chance of adopting the dog... We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. Closed Tuesdays.  We focus on 'PERFECT Match' rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved.  Can't adopt? Please consider fostering! Contact us via our petabulls.com site or simply call Mare at (505)316-2089 to meet this delightful soul in person!  #adoptdontshop #petabullsMarch 3, 2025, 12:44 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR)

P.O. Box 15194, Rio Rancho, NM 87174

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Doberman Rescue of NM

6226 Roadrunner Loop NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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NMDOG

Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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Watermelon Mountain Ranch

3251 Westphalia Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southwest Collie Rescue, Inc.

Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Pet Types: dogs

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Bro and Tracy Animal Welfare, Inc.

PO Box 404, Corrales, NM 87048

Pet Types: dogs, horses

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CARMA

PO Box 1233, Corrales, NM 87048

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Corrales Animal Services

4324 Corrales Road, Corrales, NM 87048

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Pet-a-Bulls, Inc.

PO Box 1703, Albuquerque, NM 87103

Pet Types: dogs

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Russell Rescue, Inc. - New Mexico Area

Albuquerque, NM 87101

Pet Types: dogs

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