Disclaimer: AWK News is an independent informational directory and is not sponsored by, affiliated with or endorsed by the organizations listed below unless specifically stated otherwise. Please contact each organization directly to verify current services, hours, intake policies, licensing and availability.
Please contact each organization before transporting or surrendering an animal. Intake policies, service areas, hours, licensing and available space can change. Wildlife rehabilitators may also be permitted to accept only certain species.
Animal Humane New Mexico — Albuquerque
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
615 Virginia St. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone
505-255-5523
County
Bernalillo County
Website
Animal Humane New Mexico – Saving Pets, Serving People
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided
Sheltering
Adoption
Veterinary care
Spay/neuter services
Behavior support
Humane education
Pet-resource assistance
Foster care
About
Animal Humane New Mexico has served companion animals since 1965. The organization shelters homeless and at-risk dogs and cats while providing veterinary care, adoption services, behavior support, humane education and programs designed to keep pets with their families. Its main Albuquerque campus is supported by an additional adoption center and community veterinary resources.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Watermelon Mountain Ranch — Rio Rancho
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
3251 Westphalia Blvd. NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Phone
505-221-2359
Email
wmranchnm1@gmail.com
County
Sandoval County
Website
Rescue Dogs Cats | Watermelon Mountain Ranch | United States | HOME
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided
Rescue
Adoption
Sheltering
Spay/neuter programs
Low-cost vaccination services
Microchipping
Humane education
Emergency rescue missions
About
Watermelon Mountain Ranch was established in 1996 to help abandoned, abused and homeless companion animals. Its Molly’s Mercy Missions program transfers vulnerable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens from high-risk shelters in New Mexico and surrounding areas. The organization also provides adoption programs, community education and low-cost preventive veterinary services.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Felines & Friends New Mexico — Santa Fe
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
369 Montezuma Ave., PMB #320
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Mailing address only
Phone
505-316-2281
Email
fandfnm@gmail.com
County
Santa Fe County
Website
Felines & Friends New Mexico
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Cats
Kittens
Community cats
Special-needs cats
Services Provided
Cat rescue
Foster care
Adoption
Veterinary care
Trap-neuter-return support
Socialization
Special-needs placement
Community cat assistance
About
Felines & Friends New Mexico specializes in giving homeless cats and kittens a second chance. Animals may come from shelters, TNR projects, owner surrenders or situations requiring additional medical or behavioral care. The organization relies heavily on foster homes while also maintaining adoption locations in the Santa Fe area.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Animal Shelter & Humane Society — Santa Fe
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
100 Caja del Rio Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone
505-983-4309
Email
adoptions@sfhumanesociety.org
County
Santa Fe County
Website
Home – Santa Fe Animal Shelter
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Community cats
Services Provided
Sheltering
Adoption
Veterinary care
Spay/neuter services
Foster care
Lost-and-found assistance
Community pet support
Behavior resources
About
Santa Fe Animal Shelter has served animals in northern New Mexico since 1939. Its programs combine sheltering and adoption with veterinary care, spay/neuter services, community resources and assistance for lost or found animals. The organization operates veterinary facilities that provide additional medical resources for animals in the community.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Wildlife Rescue, Inc. of New Mexico — Albuquerque
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
2901 Candelaria Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone
505-344-2500
Email
info@wildliferescuenm.org
County
Bernalillo County
Website
Home – Wildlife Rescue New Mexico
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Wild birds
Raptors
Small mammals
Other native wildlife accepted by the clinic
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Wildlife rehabilitation
Injury assessment
Orphan care
Release preparation
Public wildlife guidance
Wildlife education
About
Wildlife Rescue, Inc. of New Mexico operates a wildlife rehabilitation clinic at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Injured, sick and orphaned native wildlife receive care with release back into suitable habitat as the goal whenever possible. The organization also helps the public determine whether a wild animal needs intervention and directs cases outside its intake capabilities to appropriate resources.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
New Mexico Wildlife Center — Española
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
19 Wheat St.
Española, NM 87532
Phone
505-753-9505
Email
hospital@newmexicowildlifecenter.org
County
Santa Fe County
Website
Home – New Mexico Wildlife Center
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Wild mammals
Raptors
Songbirds
Reptiles
Other native wildlife
Services Provided
Wildlife rehabilitation
Veterinary treatment
Orphan care
Wildlife release
Wildlife transportation network
Conservation education
Ambassador animal programs
About
New Mexico Wildlife Center was founded in 1986 and has grown from a bird rehabilitation program into a wildlife hospital serving many native species. Its hospital typically treats hundreds of injured or orphaned animals each year with rehabilitation and release as the primary goal. The center also maintains non-releasable ambassador animals for conservation education and public outreach.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Desert Willow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center — Carlsbad
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
516 E. Fiesta Dr.
Carlsbad, NM 88220
Phone
575-689-6711
Email
info@dwwrc.org
County
Eddy County
Website
Desert Willow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Emergency Hotline
Yes – 24/7
Animals Helped
Small mammals
Large mammals
Birds of prey
Other wild birds
Reptiles
Amphibians
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Wildlife rehabilitation
Medical treatment
Surgical care
Orphan care
Release preparation
Wildlife education
Transportation assistance
About
Desert Willow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center serves wildlife in southeastern New Mexico and the surrounding region. Its facility can accommodate mammals, raptors, reptiles, amphibians and other birds. Medical areas include species-specific recovery spaces and surgical capabilities, allowing injured or orphaned wildlife to receive care before potential release.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
New Mexico Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch — Stanley
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
198 Weimer Rd. N
Stanley, NM 87056
Phone
505-286-0779
Email
saveahorse@wncr.org
County
Santa Fe County
Website
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Horses
Neglected equines
Abandoned equines
Abused equines
Services Provided
Equine rescue
Rehabilitation
Sanctuary care
Adoption
Training
Owner surrender assistance when space permits
Equine welfare education
About
New Mexico Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch provides rehabilitation and placement for horses affected by neglect, abuse, abandonment or other difficult circumstances. Many horses arrive through cases involving the New Mexico Livestock Board. The ranch works to restore their health, provide training when appropriate and place suitable horses into carefully screened adoptive homes. The facility is listed by the state among New Mexico’s licensed equine rescue and retirement facilities. September 26, 2026
The Horse Shelter — Cerrillos
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
100 AB Old Cash Ranch Rd.
Cerrillos, NM 87010
Phone
505-471-6179
Email
No public email
County
Santa Fe County
Website
The Horse Shelter
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Horses
Neglected equines
Abandoned equines
Abused equines
Services Provided
Equine rescue
Rehabilitation
Sanctuary care
Adoption
Equine welfare assistance
Training and placement
Long-term care
About
The Horse Shelter provides refuge and rehabilitation for abandoned, neglected and abused horses in New Mexico. Recoverable horses may receive rehabilitation and training before adoption, while animals that cannot be appropriately placed can receive continued care. The facility is currently included on the New Mexico Livestock Board’s list of licensed and approved horse rescue, sanctuary and retirement facilities.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026