Volunteers of the Valencia County Animal Shelter

Volunteers of the Valencia County Animal Shelter This page has been made to help network animals in the Valencia County Animal Shelter in Los Lunas NM The shelter is open Tuesday thru Saturday, 9am-5pm.

If you are interested in any of the pets on this page, please contact the shelter directly at 505-866-2479. The Valencia County Animal Shelter is a
government-run facility providing service to Valencia County and the municipalities located in Valencia County, New Mexico, USA. The shelter's phone number is 505-866-2479. The shelter is located in Los Lunas at 1209 Hwy 314, 1 mile south of

Main Street next to Daniel Fernandez Park. Los Lunas is 25 miles south of Albuquerque, NM

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-- Adopting a friend --

Please call the shelter if you are interested in adopting any of the pets. Although we try our best to update this page, we cannot guarantee that the information here is up-to-date. Please note that the shelter is unable to 'hold' animals. Stray animals taken to the shelter are held for three business days to allow the owner to reclaim the pet. If they are not reclaimed they are available for adoption. Owner surrendered pets typically are available for adoption or rescue immediately. The temporary adoption fee per the Director is a non refundable $65.00 for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens. The adoption fee covers the surgical sterilization, a one year rabies vaccination and a booster vaccination. If the pet is already spayed/neutered, the adoption fee is only $15

To see available cats go to: https://www.facebook.com/valenciacats

The official county website is www.co.valencia.nm.us

If you want to view animals in the facility go to the “department” tab and then “animal control” and “animals in the facility”

This facility does NOT have a foster program. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please contact a rescue nearby. All of our valued Rescues are in need of dedicated foster homes.

06/09/2026

Here is the truth that the animal welfare sector has been slow to say out loud: We will never adopt our way out of this…

06/09/2026

🌸 Meet Ella 🌸

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🐾 5 Months
🐾 American Blue Heeler

If happiness had four paws and a wagging tail, it might just be Ella.

This adorable little girl was found as a stray, and while we don’t know what her past looked like, we know exactly what her future should be, a loving home filled with toys, adventures, belly rubs, and people who adore her as much as she deserves.

Ella is full of personality and loves to play. She has that special spark that makes everyone smile when they meet her. Whether she’s exploring, soaking up attention, or showing off her playful side, Ella has a way of stealing hearts wherever she goes.

She’s the kind of dog who makes you imagine all the memories waiting to be made, afternoon walks, couch cuddles, and being your loyal best friend through it all.

Ella has already captured the hearts of everyone who has met her. Now she just needs someone to give her the forever home she’s been waiting for.

💕 Come meet Ella and see for yourself why she’s impossible not to love. Your new best friend may be waiting for you at the shelter today. 💕

06/09/2026

‼️The USDA has confirmed the first case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in a dog in Lea County, New Mexico.

New World screwworm is a serious threat to livestock, pets, wildlife, and, in rare cases, people. Unlike common maggots that feed on dead tissue, screwworm larvae feed on living tissue, causing painful wounds that can rapidly worsen if not treated promptly.

PLEASE inspect your animals daily for:🔹 Draining or enlarging wounds🔹 Maggots or egg masses🔹 Signs of discomfort or irritability🔹 Lesions around the ears, nose, ge***al area, or umbilicus

Early detection is critical. If you suspect your pet may be affected, contact Animal Hospital of Los Lunas immediately at 505-866-1852.

Learn more about New World Screwwormhttps://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/nws-myth-busters.pdf

Please share this information to help protect pets and livestock throughout New Mexico.

06/09/2026
06/08/2026

These are four of the senior dogs currently at Valencia County Animal Shelter who are in urgent need of adopters, fosters, or rescue placement.

Coco, Babe, Otis, and Yogi deserve the chance to spend their days in a loving home rather than a shelter kennel. Senior dogs are often overlooked, but they have so much love left to give.

Please note that Babe is blind and is available to rescue organizations only.

Valencia County Animal Shelter will be open tomorrow, June 9, at 9:00 AM. If you have been considering adding a companion to your family, fostering, or helping through a rescue, now is the time.

If you are interested in meeting any of these deserving senior pups, please call Valencia County Animal Shelter at (505) 866-2479 or stop by the shelter during business hours.

Please share to help these sweet seniors find the second chance they have been waiting for. ❤️

06/07/2026

Address

1209 Highway 314 SW
Los Lunas, NM
87031

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(505) 866-2479

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