New Mexico's Largest
No-Kill Animal Shelter
Established 1996
Due to staff shortages, our main campus in northern Rio Rancho is currently closed. We will reopen to the public on Wed., Jan 26, 2022
The 1st Paw Up Program
Your gift of $75 can provide a microchip and all vaccinations for one dog or cat. Can you give them their First Paw Up to adoption? Or mail your donation to 1380 Rio Rancho Blvd., Ste 374, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
We are often busy in the field with the animals in our care. We strive to respond to calls within 24 hours. Our best means of communication is via email.
Appointments for dogs and cats at the ranch are required.
ANIMAL CARE
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Dog Adoption Information- Ranch
dogswmr@gmail.com
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Dog Adoption Information- Cottonwood
gttdadopt@gmail.com
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Dog Adoption Information- Foster Care
fosterwmr@aol.com
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Dog Fostering
505-267-8933
fosterwmr@aol.com
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Cat/Kitten Fostering
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Feline Adoption Information
505-331-4579
cats1wmr@aol.com
VET CLINIC
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Vet Clinic -General Inquiries
505-359-1706
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Vet Clinic -Spay/Neuter Information
505-359-1706
surgerywmr@aol.com
ADMINISTRATION
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Main Ranch
wmranchnm1@gmail.com
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Volunteer Inquiries
505-267-6227
volunteerwmr@gmail.com
505-980-6354
sophiawmr@aol.com
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Fundraising/Events
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Media Appearances
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Humane Education
505-267-6983
sarawmr@aol.com
LOCATIONS
ADOPTION CENTERS
WATERMELON MOUNTAIN RANCH
MAIN CAMPUS
3251 Westphalia Blvd NE,
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
By Appt ONLY
Open Wed-Sun 11am-4pm
(adoptions and tours until 3pm)
(no mail delivery service)
Mailing Address
(use for all correspondence)
1380 Rio Rancho Blvd., SE., Suite 374
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
PETSMART
10248 Coors Bypass NW
ABQ, NM 87114
(505) 792-1772 Ext. 5
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Cat Adoptions Wed-Sun 10am to 3pm by appointment only. For more information please contact cats1wmr@aol.com
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Dog Adoptions Sat & Sun 11am-3pm
PETSMART
5600 Coors Blvd.
ABQ, NM 87120
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Cat Adoptions Sat & Sun 11am-3pm
RESALE SHOPS
GOING TO THE DOGS (AND CATS)
Resale Shop
136 Calle Del Presidente
Bernalillo, NM 87004
HOURS: Wed-Sat 10am-4pm
(505) 850-2578
**Ask about Large Item Pick Ups!**
GOING TO THE DOGS (AND CATS)
Resale Shop & Adoption Center
Cottonwood Mall
10000 Coors Bypass NW
ABQ, NM 87114
HOURS: Mon-Sat 12pm-6pm
Sun 12-5pm
(505) 867-5347
Upper Level near Mor Furniture
The Ranch Main Campus and PetSmart Adoption Center on Coors Bypass are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Due to COVID-19 modified operations are as follows:
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Cat Adoptions don't require an appointment, but are highly recommended.
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Dog adoptions at the Ranch Main Campus don't require an appointment, but are highly recommended.
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Masks are required at all locations
