Animal Shelters in Las Cruces, New Mexico: adopt or rescue a pet

Animal shelters provide a safe temporary home for stray, lost, and surrendered animals while connecting them with adoptive families or reuniting them with their owners. There are 7 Animal Shelters locations in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Residents of Las Cruces can visit their local shelter to adopt a pet, report a stray animal, or surrender an animal in need. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting, and check the shelter's website or call ahead to confirm adoption hours and current animal availability before making the trip.

Residents of Las Cruces can support their local animal shelter beyond adoption by volunteering as dog walkers or cat socializers, fostering animals temporarily, or donating items from the shelter's online wish list. Check the shelter's social media pages for urgent appeals and animals that have been waiting longest for a home.

You may also find Animal Shelters locations in nearby cities including Las Cruces.