Meet Bumblebee! This adorable 9lb, 3-year-old tortie point Siamese has had a tough start, arriving at the shelter with her feline friends in need of lots of medical care and love. But with time, patience, and some serious TLC, she’s blossoming into the sweet, curious girl she was always meant to be! Bumblebee is now ready to find a forever home where she can buzz her way into your heart. Will you welcome her into your hive? 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
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Claire is a 1-year-old Siamese beauty with a flair for the dramatic and a heart full of love. This charming diva has mastered the art of being adored and isn’t shy about letting you know when it’s time for pets and pampering! A devoted people-cat, Claire prefers to be the star of the show — no backstage passes for other felines, please! She dreams of a home where she can be the center of attention, serenading her favorite humans with sweet, chatty meows. If you’re searching for a feline friend who will fill your world with affection and a dash of Siamese sass, Claire just might be your perfect match — let
Inara & “Teddy” at Santa Fe Animal Shelter may be just some of the dogs on display at Pet Smart 
It’s a wrinklepiglet wonderland over at the Española Humane Puppy Patch at Ojo Santa Fe! Fresh from a loving foster home and ready to steal hearts, Hilda is the cutest combo of boxer-y upside-down grin, wiggly piglet body, and the most wrinkled brow you’ve ever seen. Add in some cattle dog speckles for extra flair, and you’ve got yourself the most precious pup around! You’ll have no choice but to melt into a puddle of love the very moment you meet Hilda. Apply to adopt this wrinkly, wiggly, speckled perfection on our website, and we will schedule an appointment at the resort in Santa Fe! 
Local volunteers are working to promote a PAW-TY at Santa Fe Animal Shelter for St. Patty’s Day. This weekend many dogs are just $3 and a special party March
Here we have Goliath who loves a good fetch. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Salem is a very good girl that is excited to meet you. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Carlton stands for all things noble and perhaps a good treat. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
When June arrived, she was a shadow of the dog she was meant to be—rescued from a horse trailer crammed with 16 other dogs, including her own pups, hungry, scared, and unsure if humans could be trusted. But even then, she showed glimmers of hope, accepting food with quiet gratitude. Now, after our staff has poured love into her, she’s overflowing with affection and light-hearted joy. This 1.5yo anatolian/pyr mix has blossomed, stealing the hearts of everyone at the shelter with her transformation. She’s learned the bliss of head rubs, full-body scritches, and the simple magic of cheese and turkey
If happiness had a mascot, it would be Andy! This 1-year-old 56lb bundle of pure joy wears the biggest, goofiest grin you’ve ever seen—seriously, it’s contagious. With a heart as big as his smile and enough charm to light up a whole town, Andy is ready to bring laughter, love, and lots of tail wags into your life! With his wrinkly face in a perma-grin, his captivating amber eyes, and his wiggle butt way of approaching every day, this gorgeous guy is happiness on legs. Andy is the kind of dog who shapeshifts every day into sunshine & rainbows. If you’re looking for a best friend with a heart of gold and
Comet is a 5-year-old supernova with a personality as cosmic as his name! His adventure began when a kindhearted Good Samaritan spotted him strutting onto their property, boldly trying claim it as his own galaxy. Though his diplomacy skills were a little questionable (cue the dramatic growls), his heart was clearly in the right place. Thankfully, they scooped him up and brought him to safety, where his true affectionate nature immediately shined.This celestial sweetheart absolutely adores human attention and isn’t the least bit shy about demanding it. He’s a pro at making the softest, dreamiest
Michelle Yoon was a Foster Over Achiever when she unexpectedly adopted two kittens (Austin & Lucy) after bottle feeding them for many days. Courtesy photo