Marcy is sunshine in a slightly squishy Lab suit! At 9 years young, this golden-hearted girl is pure joy on four paws, with a tail wag that starts at her nose and ends somewhere in tomorrow. Marcy lives for her people—shadowing you like a happy little cloud, collecting pats, and insisting every moment deserves appreciation. When the sun’s out, she’s first in the kiddie pool, channeling full mermaid energy. She knows her basics (especially when snacks are involved), enjoys leash strolls with a touch of joyful enthusiasm, and is fully house and crate trained thanks to her inmate foster. She’s currently Read More
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Pets Of The Week: Cricket And Romeo
Fresh out of foster and chirping his way directly into your heart, Cricket has hopped into Española Humane’s Puppy Patch at Ojo Santa Fe like he owns the place (and honestly… he might). Once a days-old bottle baby, he was raised around the clock by one of our big-hearted Española Humane Animal Clinic vet assistants—so yes, he’s been finely tuned from the very beginning.
Now he’s all shimmer and shine, with exotic good looks, soulful eyes and a rear-to-ear waggle. Apply on our website to schedule your serenade with Cricket at the resort in Santa Fe!
With his delightfully lopsided facial markings, Read More
Pets Of The Week: Willow And Ava
Willow is a tiny tabby adventurer wearing built-in mittens. With her extra-toed, polydactyl paws, every step is a soft, clumsy little march, every pounce a perfectly imperfect masterpiece. This tiny tot is discovering the world one mittened misstep at a time—then curling up like she’s worked a full day’s shift being adorable.
Sweet, snuggly, and impossibly charming, Willow is ready to wrap those special little paws around your heart and call it home!
Read MorePets Of The Week: Meet Waffles And Maureen

Senior lovers! Maureen is 15, soft as a whisper, and somehow waiting … again. Life has moved her in Read More
Animal Wellness Action Applauds Chaves County Authorities For Breaking Up Large-Scale Cockfighting Operation
AWA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Animal Wellness Action (AWA) today commended the swift and decisive actions of the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office in dismantling an illegal cockfighting operation in southeastern New Mexico that drew more than 100 participants. New Mexico was the 49th state to ban cockfighting, only outlawing staged knife fights between birds in 2007, with the late Gov. Bill Richardson strongly advocating for the prohibition.
According to local reporting, deputies acted on a tip and discovered a large gathering tied to an active cockfighting ring, detaining multiple individuals Read More
Pets Of The Week: Blake And Phoebe

Beyond the silliness, Blake is a sweet, sunshine-hearted sidekick who adores people Read More
Pets Of The Week: Saturn And Shiloh
Saturn is a magical stardusted snuggle-loving 2.5-year-old gal who’s been through more twists and turns than the rings of her namesake planet. When she first arrived, she was badly injured and battling heartworm. Our miracle-working vet team tackled her injury first with a femoral head ostectomy (FHO)—basically removing the damaged ball of her hip joint so she could strut pain-free again. And then thanks to her incredible medical foster family, Saturn recovered like the true space queen she is! Now, she’s nearly finished with her heartworm treatment and is ready to launch into a forever home Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Pinkie And Tex
Pinkie is petite, polished, and positively precious. This 8-month-old, 7-pound velvety Russian Blue beauty is soft as a cloud and sweet as pie, with a gentle way about her, ready to tiptoe straight into your heart. Need a sprinkle of sweetness and a dash of darling in your life? Pinkie Pie might just be your perfect little slice. She goes home spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, at 108 Hamm Parkway in Española. Visit www.espanolahumane.org. Courtesy/EH
Saddle up, pard’ — Tex is a 2-year-old cattle dog Read More
Pets Of The Week: Bucky, Abby And Tigres
Bucky is a bubbly, bright-eyed beanie-bop of a 2-year-old Shepherd mix with puggle eyes and big beagle-y ears, and an even bigger heart. At just 27 pounds, he’s the perfectly petite partner: small enough for sofa snuggles, sturdy enough for sunny strolls and side-by-side adventures. Sweet, social, and full of happy wiggles, Bucky brings joy and sunshine wherever he goes. He’s past the puppy chaos but still playful, making him the just-right mix of calm and carefree. If you’re craving a compact cuddle buddy with endless enthusiasm, Bucky’s your boy! Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters Read More
Pets Of The Week: Darby And Sunny
Darby is one year old, 58lbs, and already at the top of her class. She’s a bright, bouncy beauty with signature rear-to-ear wiggles and a “let’s go!” attitude toward life. Loves other dogs, prefers a feline-free fan club, and is made of loyalty, smarts, and sunshine. After nearly eight weeks of training in our Paws in the Pen program with inmates at the Penitentiary of New Mexico, Darby is officially preparing for “paw-role.” And let us tell you — this girl will not just pass. She has excelled! Potty trained, crate trained, leash trained and valedictorian of her cues and manners! She’ll also head Read More