Dog Resources

Whether you have an assistance dog, need one, or are just interested, this information from Autism Speaks has links to many organizations to get you pointed in the right direction.

VA information on assistance dogs

Pets of the Homeless

Feeding Pets of the Homeless
an organization dedicated to feeding the thousands of animals cared for by the homeless.

General Dog Info

Animal Channel
Humane Society's site with everything canine

Feed Fond
has links to everything from vets and feeding to training resources

Puppyworks
educational dog events for dog trainers and behaviorists

Senior Dogs
a wonderful site that promotes the adoption of older dogs and provides information on what older dogs need to best enjoy their golden years.

Local Organizations

Report animal abuse: 768-1975
(Animal Services)

Animal Protection of New Mexico
265-2322 or hotline: 800-249-0032
apnm@apnm.org

Bernalillo County Animal Cruelty Task Force
886-1PAW
rescue@nmdog.org

Bernalillo County Animal Services
1136 Gatewood SW, Albuquerque
468-PETS (-7387)
animal@bernco.gov

Santa Fe Animal Services
505-955-2701

NM Federation of Animal Care,
Control & Welfare Agencies
1109 Luthy Circle
294-8358

How to make a complaint and what to do if officials don't respond from PETroglyphs Magazine

Unchain Your Dog
information about preventing dog chaining

National Organizations

Animal Legal Defense Fund tells you how to investigate someone abusing their dogs

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)

Humane Society of the U.S.

Pet Abuse has information on what you can do to prevent animal abuse

Emergency Planning for your Dogs

Although New Mexico has few natural disasters, it's always best to be prepared to handle any emergency that comes your way. Make a plan now, so you'll be ready if you need to move fast. Here are some pages that can help: ASPCA has many important ideas for disaster preparedness

the CDC catalogues much info, including a list of diseases your animals can transmit in the case of a disaster

FEMA's page also tells you how to locate your dog if you've been separated

the Humane Society lists info on both big & small emergencies

Ready.gov gives you tips on making plans & building a quick getaway kit

The Red Cross knows about disasters and offers plenty of info about handling one; they also mention their apps for both human & canine first aid

Local Dog Organizations

Paws & Stripes
is a local organization that matches rescue dogs as service dogs to returning vets with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) or TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury). The only dogs they use come from shelters and are trained by professionals specializing in service dogs.

PETroglyphs magazine
the online version of New Mexico's animal resource magazine.

Pets are Wonderful Support (P.A.W.S.)
NM AIDS Services' program to assist their clients to keep and maintain their animals.
938-7100

Southwest Canine Corps of Volunteers, Inc.
this organization of dog lovers helps you train your dog to brighten the days of patients in local nursing homes and hospitals--do a good deed and have a wonderful experience with your dog at the same time.

National Dog Organizations

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Grey 2K USA "protecting greyhounds nationwide"

Land of Pure Gold (Golden Retrievers)

National Council for Aging Care's Info on Seniors & Companion Animals

Take Your Dog to Work

Take Your Dog To Work Day (every June)

Benefits of Having Dogs at Work

dogs (and cats) are proven stress-relievers, something most office could use
attract/retain employees, as bringing their dogs to work is seen as important benefit
increases morale and happier employees are more productive
enhances sense of community at workplace
allows employees to work longer without having to go home to check on Fido
encourages exercise

Setting Up Dog Policies at Work

employees must be consulted on dog policies
check that your insurance covers dogs at your workplace
dogs must be friendly to humans and other dogs
dogs must be housebroken and have basic training
limit squeaky toys and barking
dogs must be clean, healthy, and up-to-date on vaccinations
dogs must be supervised
make sure there is ample outside space for dog breaks

Do's and Don'ts of Take Your Dog to Work Day

USA Today knows that dogs really help your workplace.

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ABQ Poop Law

As of October 10th, 2015, the City of Albuquerque confirms that: "when not on the owner's property, the owner is required to pick up their pet's waste, whether it's private or public property. Violators can be reported to 311 or anyone can request a patrol [242-COPS or 242-2677] in their area. If caught and convicted, the violater can face up to a 500.00 dollar fine or 90 days in jail." So make sure you scoop that poop!

For more ways to file a complaint with the police, head to the APD contact page.

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last updated on December 18, 2019
links last checked on April 20, 2020