My name is Empire!

Empire is a sweet, affectionate young pup with the perfect mix of playful energy and snuggly charm. He loves romping around with the resident dogs, but when it’s time to wind down, he’s just as happy to curl up for cuddles.

This smart boy even kennels himself at bedtime and sleeps through the night (11 p.m.–6 a.m.) without any accidents. He’s doing great with the household routine — he open-feeds alongside the other dogs without issue.

Empire is a terrific little watchdog and will give a friendly alert when someone is outside, often joining the pack when they check things out. He’s also cat-friendly and loves to try to cuddle with them (whether the cats agree is another story!).

Some of his favorite things include squeaky toys, chewing on antlers, and playing with his dog friends.

Empire is an all-around wonderful pup who will make a loving, fun addition to his future family!

Empire was rescued from a crowded shelter in New Mexico.

Meet and greets are by appointment only.  An approved application is required to schedule a meeting. Check out our events page for upcoming open adoption events!

We have no additional back story or update for this dog at this time.  When we do, it will be updated here.  This is all the information we have currently.

• Approved Applicants may make the adoption fee payment by clicking donate above.  Partial adoption fees will not hold a dog.


• If upon meeting the dog of your choosing at your scheduled pickup time you find that you aren't a good match, your deposit will be fully refunded.


• Adoption fees include vaccines up until time of adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and 1st 30 days of free pet insurance.  We are not affiliated with MetLife pet insurance. (you have to sign up for the insurance or it will not go into effect).  Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animals while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee. The money also acts as a donation to help support the organization as a whole, allowing the group to continue its efforts to rescue and rehome pets.


• The dogs in our care are fostered in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico.  While all dogs are picked up during our scheduled times, sometimes transport dates change due to unforeseen circumstances.  


• More questions?  Read our FAQs here: https://4p4l.org/faqs/ 


• Breed labels are a "best guess" by a shelter veterinarian and cannot be guaranteed.