Hunny Bun is a sugar-dusted sweetheart! This 3-year-old calico is baked to purr-fection, a living swirl of white icing, marmalade drizzle, and inky chocolate flecks, curlied into a sleepy cinnamon bun of love. Gentle as warm shortbread and just as comforting, Hunny Bun is all softness and sweetness. She melts into your arms like butter on toast and lives for cozy companionship, quiet naps, and tender little nose boops. We’re not sure how she feels about other pets, but when it comes to humans, she’s all sugar, no spice. Spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready to rise in the warmth of a forever Read More
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Your Newest Family Member Is Waiting At Los Alamos County Animal Shelter
Meet Tato, a Hound/Pitbull mix approximately 1 year old and weighs 59lbs. Tato is a very kind and loyal dog who gets along well with females. He may take a few days to warm up to men and build trust, but once he does, he becomes a loving companion. Tato just needs someone patient and understanding to help him feel safe and secure. While he gets along with other dogs, he may not be suitable for homes with cats, as they might not be his friends. He’s looking for a caring owner who will give him the time and love he needs to become a confident, happy dog. Courtesy photo
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Pets Of The Week: Tito And Sally
Tito didn’t want to live. After his littermate was hit and killed by a truck, Tito did what only a soul-crushed heart would do—he laid down next to the body in the road and waited to join him. He wouldn’t move. He wouldn’t eat. He had given up.
But someone saw him, stopped, and scooped up his grief, his bones, his barely-there body, and gave him a reason to hope again. Since then, this 3yo retriever/chow/collie mix has slowly come back to life in foster care. He’s put on weight, grown stronger, and rediscovered the world with gentle curiosity. His eyes have that golden glow of a dog who’s learning joy again, Read More
Pets Of The Week: Guthrie And Gus
Guthrie needs a unicorn. He has been patiently waiting for his person since December 4, 2024, in various shelters—yet somehow this sweet, 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix still greets us with a wagging tail and hopeful eyes. He’s kind, gentle, great with people and other pups, and a perfect 52 lbs of love. So what’s the catch?
It’s not his heart. It’s not his behavior… It’s his allergies.
Guthrie didn’t always have allergies though—we think he developed them in a new environment in a new state, so we are holding out hope that maybe, just maybe, now that he’s back in his homeland, his autoimmune Read More
Pets Of The Week: Dusty And Tux
Dusty: from “The Yard” to YOUR yard! Dusty is about to graduate from Paws in the Pen, Española Humane’s transformative training program at the Penitentiary of New Mexico. This nearly one-year-old, 45lb perfectly pint-sized goofball is all wag, wonder, and wide-eyed charm. He’s a pro at playtime, a masterful student, and excels at canine companionship. Bugs beware—Dusty’s favorite game is yard zoomies and insect interception!
With eight weeks of training under his collar, Dusty comes crate, leash, and potty savvy, with a resume full of commands. We’ll even include four free follow-up training Read More
Española Humane Responds To Mold Findings With Temporary Dog Kennel Closure For Remediation
EHS News:
ESPANOLA — Española Humane has temporarily closed its indoor dog kennel area to the public after routine testing revealed elevated mold levels in the ceiling. While the rest of the shelter remains fully operational, the dog kennels will remain closed during remediation efforts.
“We’re taking this seriously and moving swiftly to protect the health of our animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors,” Kate Baldwin said, Executive Director of Española Humane. “We’ve already brought in remediation experts, roofing contractors, and toxicologists to guide our response.”
The decision, Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Ash And Mimi
While cutiepie kittens tumble and pounce and steal the spotlight with their tiny toe beans and complete chaos… Ash waits. This soft-hearted 3-year-old tabby has been overlooked again and again in favor of tinier, squeakier models. Ash isn’t flashy. He doesn’t juggle toy mice or leap dramatically into cardboard boxes. But he loves. Oh, how he loves. Ash melts under your hand when you pet him, closing his eyes in absolute trust, and leans in like he’s waited his whole life for that one moment of kindness. He’s a staff favorite, deeply loved by all, and so ready to be someone’s everything. If your life Read More
Animal Shelters Gear Up For Onslaught After 4th Of July
Cute shelter pups. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive DIrector
Champions of Youth Ambitions
Twenty dogs were surrendered to the shelter overnight last Saturday. Many shelters expect a 20 percent increase in their population following the two days after the 4th of July.
Please collar your dogs and cats with any type of identifier, a traditional tag or even an old rabies tag can get them reunited if they are not microchipped.
Did you know that Santa Fe Animal Shelter loves the donation of toilet paper tubes to make scented treat tubes for the kennel residents? There Read More
New Mexico Board Of Veterinary Medicine Opens Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Grants Program Application Process
NMBVM News:
The New Mexico Board of Veterinary Medicine has opened a grant application process to fund low-cost spay/neuter services for companion animals of income-qualified New Mexicans. The Board will disburse $1 million in 2025 to nonprofit spay/neuter organizations, animal shelters, and other local government entities for the purpose of increasing affordable and accessible spay/neuter services throughout the state.
The application window opened on June 2, 2025, and will close at 11:59 p.m., July 17, 2025. Grants are capped at a maximum of $50,000. We are not awarding to individuals Read More
Pets Of The Week: Leo And Aquamarine
Like his namesake, Leo shines bright. This sunny 2-year-old German Shepherd is bold, brilliant, and born for adventure. With the heart of a lion and loyalty that runs deep, he’s ready to be someone’s sunshine AND their shadow. Leo knows his basics, loves having a “job,” and thrives with structure and purpose. He walks well on leash (just give him a sec to settle), and his playful, affectionate side beams once you earn his trust. If you love to chase sunsets, climb peaks, or just soak up the sun & good vibes (seriously, just look at that smile!), Leo’s your ride-or-die. He’s not just looking for Read More