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
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
COVID-19 Updates
Volunteer Orientation is held every Saturday from 12pm to 1pm at the main campus in Rio Rancho.
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Limit of 10 people per orientation
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Please reserve your spot prior at volunteerwmr@gmail.com
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Volunteers must be over the age of 18 at this time
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Masks are required at all times when on property
Before coming out to the Ranch for an Orientation please complete a volunteer application. Access our digital application here. To download a paper copy click here, and bring it with you.
Volunteer Orientation Guidelines
Come on out to the Ranch in Rio Rancho at noon for a full tour of the property and learn a little bit about the history of the ranch. After orientation stay to help out around the property. You can choose to walk a dog or two, socialize the kitties or help out in the office.
If you are under 18 years of age, please have a parent or guardian sign your application prior to volunteering. If you are under 16 years of age, a parent or guardian will need to be with you at all times while volunteering.
After you have completed Volunteer Orientation you will receive log in information for our online volunteer sign in system (if you provided an email address on your application).
Volunteers are welcome Wednesday – Sunday between 10am and 4pm. "Seasoned Volunteers" are welcome to come out and volunteer on Monday & Tuesday from 10am-4pm as well.
We can't wait to see you!
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