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My name is RICO!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

Adoption fee: $0

This helps Albuquerque Animal Welfare - Westside with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
3 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A1927738

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:



Meet Rico - Your Adventurous Sidekick

Rico is a handsome 3-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix who`s full of energy
and personality. Neutered and ready for his next chapter, this lively guy
was surrendered when his previous owner could no longer care for him. We
were told he`s friendly with adults, kids, and other dogs-but definitely no
cats for this boy.

Rico is the king of zoomies and loves chasing after balls and toys (though
he`s not so sure about bringing them back just yet). He`s gentle when taking
treats and, after he`s had time to explore his surroundings, he`ll happily
settle down for some affection. He enjoys being close to his people once his
energy is out.

An active home would be ideal for Rico-daily walks, weekend adventures, and
plenty of playtime will keep him happy and balanced. He seems good with
other dogs, though a meet and greet is always recommended. Due to his energy
level, we suggest a home with kids 10+.

Rico is a mix of playful spirit and sweet loyalty, just waiting for the
right person or family to give him the love and adventure he deserves.

Adoption fees are currently waived! All pets are spay/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped!
Shelter
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Albuquerque Animal Welfare - Westside

Contact info

Pet ID
A1927738
Contact
visit shelter
Email
Address
11800 Sunset Gardens Road SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

All shelter locations are conducting animal viewing and adoptions on a first come, first serve basis. We are not able to move a pet from one location to another for your viewing.
The adoption fee is waived for all available pets in care and in foster homes. Standard adoption practices will still be in place, including background checks.

Go meet their pets

Adoption viewing hours
10:30 am - 5:30 pm daily
Eastside shelter: 8920 Lomas NE, Albuquerque 87112
Westside shelter: 11800 Sunset Gardens SW, Albuquerque 87121

We also have cats available at Catopia Cat Cafe
8001 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite C-5, Albuquerque 87113

More about this shelter

The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department (AWD) expanded the shelter days of service to seven days a week with operational hours of 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and pet viewing from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m for both the east and west side shelter locations.

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