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Puppies and dogs in Taos, New Mexico

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Taos, 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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Rustyn

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rustyn was adopted from a foster home in November of 2020. He was a home with many big dogs and did just great, although he was very timid. He was brought to a shelter earlier that year when a hoarding situation was discovered. He came to live with my chihuahuas and since, I have discovered he is not of the right temperament to be with smaller dogs. He is approximately 9 lbs., so he is small too. He does have some minor resource guarding tendencies. Primarily, he can have jealousy over his selected human, but it is not consistent with his tell-offs or when he is triggered. He would do great as an only dog with someone that can let him explore the yard or take him on adventurous walks. He is a big cuddler who loves to sleep under the covers in his human's bed. Everyone that has met him thinks he is just wonderful! He has done well with teenagers, adults and seniors. I have not seen him around younger children or cats. He is a terrier, so he can become focused, but he is not barky.
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Blue

Husky German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Blue is a gorgeous young boy who`s fearful in the shelter environment, but beginning to open up. He loves walks and gentle head rubs, but tends to shy away with fast movements or when his legs are petted. Blue needs a loving, patient home that will use positive reinforcement to train him and encourage him to become more confident. A lover of treats and a clear desire to trust someone, Blue has so much potential to be an absolutely amazing companion to someone more active who`s looking for a best friend.
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Frankie (Paws in the Pen)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Frankie has been `paw-roled` from our Paws in the Pen program in partnership with the New Mexico Corrections Department, and is still looking for her forever home! Each dog is paired with two inmate trainers and enrolled in an 8-week training program that is designed to equip the dog with a nice foundation of training that will help them succeed in their new home. Each of these dogs will go home potty and crate trained with a whole list of cues and basic behaviors; to ensure a successful adoption, we are providing four training sessions to adopters, so you can learn what your dog knows, and an invitation to weekly discounted drop-in classes. These dogs also go home with a biothane leash and collar, 6 months of heartworm prevention, are fully up-to-date on all vaccines and medications, and are spayed and neutered.If you`re looking for your very own New Mexico brown dog, Frankie is your girl. So pretty, with the softest coat, it`s anyone`s guess what combo of breeds makes her as cute as she is. Frankie has done very well in her training, and she loves pets and affection. She is figuring out how to play with other dogs - she loves to be chased, but is a little awkward and unsure with dogs that have big personalities, so she`s still getting the hang of it. She would likely be friends with a cat if given the right introduction. She looooooves to ZOOM! She would be in heaven to be able to run a property, play in the water during the summer, and bound through the snow in the winter. Frankie would love to go home with a family who will spoil her rotten with love and adventure.
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Peach (prev. Starla)

Italian Greyhound American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 10 mos
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Peach is a real, well, peach! We can`t say for sure (you`ll need a DNA test for that), but we think this pretty, lanky gal is part Italian Grey Hound. Good on leash and house trained, she sits politely for treats as well as gentle pets. A little nervous with strangers to start, and still settling back into the shelter, Peach`s ideal adopter will be patient, kind, and excited to show Peach all the amazing things the world- and a comfy bed- has to offer.
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Xena (In Foster)

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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With her shiny black coat and chocolate brown eyes, Xena is a real show stopper. Evacuated from Ruidoso, she`s still settling in and can take a bit to warm up, but once she does, she`s a sweetheart with a penchant for cheese and head rubs. Xena would love to find a quieter home that will give her the time and space to decompress and open up. With a soft bed, lots of pets, and some string cheese, she`s likely to be your best friend in no time.Here`s What her foster family says: Xena is pure joy! She loves our dogs and gets super goofy when they play with each other. She zoomies with all her heart and her smile is ear to ear. She loves to go on walks and explore everything around her, she walks great with her doggo friends too. Xena loves treats and belly rubs and would make a great addition to any family as she is not trying to be Top Dog, just be a part of the pack. She will happily sit next to her human relaxing under the portal or on the couch watching a good movie. She is a great all-around companion who would enjoy a good hike or just hanging out at the local patio. Xena is a beautiful dog with the heart to match, she is sweet, good temperament, kind, gentle, and loves her humans and dogs, cats are unknown. Xena is house trained. If you are considering adding to your dog family, please apply to meet Xena, she is simply Awesome!
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Milan (In Foster)

Great Pyrenees Anatolian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Espanola, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Story
Milan is as special as she is beautiful, and she`s looking for that unicorn adopter. We`re not sure if it`s Great Pyrenees or Anatolian, but this gal has definitely got a livestock guardian breed in her. This means that she`s best suited for a home- or ranch- with acreage and room to roam. A fence (literally!) can`t contain her, so urban life isn`t for her. Currently in foster, Milan puts a lot of trust in her person once she bonds. She`s a smart girl with an independent personality, she`ll thrive in an environment that nurtures her instincts.

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Four Corners Animal League

P.O.Box 1163, Taos, NM 87571

Pet Types: dogs

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Stray Hearts Animal Shelter

1200 Saint Francis Lane, PO BOX 622, Taos, NM 87571

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Northern New Mexico Friends of Animals

P.O.Box 346, Questa, NM 87556

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Espanola Valley Humane Society

108 Hamm Parkway, Espanola, NM 87532

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Bridging The Worlds

P.O. Box 9109, Santa Fe, NM 87504

Pet Types: dogs

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