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Puppies and dogs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Callie's adoption status with email updates.
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Callie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Rio Rancho, NM
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Callie,This ball of energy is just waiting for her forever home. Callie is still a puppy and is currently working on learning her commands and doing very well! She is just so eager to please. She is very new to us at the ranch, so we have not been able to test her temperament with other dogs, but when she is around them, she is highly curious. A meet and greet is required for any other dog in the home to make sure they get along.Callie is at our main location (Ranch) and is available to meet/adopt Wednesday-Sunday from 11am-3pm
We'll also keep you updated on Orion's adoption status with email updates.
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Orion

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Orion!Orion has never met a stranger, he loves all the people and dogs that he has met during his time at the ranch. Orion is a curious guy with an impressive jump so a secure yard is a must in his future home. Orion loves to be active and go on long walks, he would be the perfect adventure buddy for hikes and runs. Orion is at our main ranch location!Watermelon Mountain Ranch(Across from Cleveland High School)3251 Westphalia Blvd. NERio Rancho, NM 87144505-221-2359Wed-Sun 11am-4pm(adoptions and tours until 3pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Sadie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sadie

Pointer Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 4 yrs 7 mos
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Sadie! She is as sweet as can be. She loves all people and gets the zoomies when she is excited. She knows how to sit and loves to play. She has done well walking on a leash with our staff so far. Sadie gets overwhelmed with other dogs and would do best as the only dog in the home.You can meet Sadie at our main ranch location or email dogswmr@gmail.com
We'll also keep you updated on Mack's adoption status with email updates.
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Mack

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Mack! Mack can be a little shy when meeting new people but once he opens up he is this biggest sweetheart! He is super playful, full of energy and loves going on walks. He is very strong on a leash so he would need to go to a home that could him. Mack does great with kids and, but gets nervous around new dogs, so a meet and greet is necessary with other dogs in the home. Mack has shown barrier reactivity here at the shelter, so we do not know if that would continue in a home environment. Mack can be seen at our main ranch or email dogswmr@gmail.com for more information.
We'll also keep you updated on Tucker's adoption status with email updates.
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Tucker

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Tucker!This boy has had quite a journey and is now ready for a calm place to rest his head. Tucker was adopted out from us a few years ago and was recently found running loose in Illinois with his sister Dutchess. They have made their way back to us and have been medically cleared for adoption.Tucker is a gentle soul, he is very affectionate and loves to snuggle. He does well on a leash but he does have some escape artist tendencies so he will need a secure yard in his future home. Tucker does well with other dogs of all sizes but he can be possessive of his food so he will need to be fed in a separate room from other dogs in the home. Tucker is at our main ranch location!Watermelon Mountain Ranch(Across from Cleveland High School)3251 Westphalia Blvd. NERio Rancho, NM 87144505-221-2359Wed-Sun 11am-4pm(adoptions and tours until 3pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Churro's adoption status with email updates.
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Churro

Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs
Rio Rancho, NM
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Churro is as sweet as his name implies! This handsome old man is very easy going, and so good natured. He gets along well with all the other dogs. If you have another dog, we always recommend bringing them along to meet! Churro has old man peepers (possible nuclear sclerosis), and old man moles, but he doesn`t let his age define him. The home that Churro is looking for is one that will give him lots of places to rest, lite walks, healthy snacks and of course a lot of scratches! Churro is at our Cottonwood Mall location!Going to the Dogs (& Cats)Resale Shop & Adoption CenterCottonwood Mall(2nd Level next to MOR Furniture)10000 Coors Bypass NWABQ NM 87114505-867-5347Mon-Sat 11-5pm. Sun 12-5pm(adoptions until 4pm)

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Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR)

P.O. Box 15194, Rio Rancho, NM 87174

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Doberman Rescue of NM

6226 Roadrunner Loop NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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NMDOG

Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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Watermelon Mountain Ranch

3251 Westphalia Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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Bro and Tracy Animal Welfare, Inc.

PO Box 404, Corrales, NM 87048

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Corrales Animal Services

4324 Corrales Road, Corrales, NM 87048

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CARMA

PO Box 1233, Corrales, NM 87048

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Pet-a-Bulls, Inc.

PO Box 1703, Albuquerque, NM 87103

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Ratbone Rescues (NM Chapter)

Albuquerque, NM 87101

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Airedale Terrier Rescue (New Mexico)

Albuquerque, NM 87101

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