pets

AP New Mexico

Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold

Texas transferred nearly 89,000 dogs out of its shelters in 2025

August 19, 2026

The Weekly Wag

National photo contest celebrating mixed-breed dogs now open

Graffiti is an 8-year-old gray tabby who is now eager to come out of her crate and make new friends.…

August 19, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Go big and go home: National nonprofit seeks foster homes for big dogs

Claudia is sweet little mama stray now at the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter. Courtesy Big dogs aren’t harder to love,…

August 12, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Get to know Snoopy and his siblings

Peanuts and Best Friends Animal Society join forces to help pets in shelters find loving homes

August 5, 2026

Associated Press

Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes

As many as 150,000 dogs are bitten by venomous snakes each year

August 3, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Amazon’s AI-powered tool matches dogs and cats with potential adopters

Gourd is a happy boy who is waiting at the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter for his forever home. Courtesy Amazon…

July 29, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Why Pets are Surrendered

Spoiler Alert, 80% have nothing to do with the pet

July 22, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Why the eight-week mark is one of the most important milestones in a kitten’s life

This week’s featured pets are a couple of kittens, Carrot and Beetroot. Courtesy During kitten season, animal shelters across the…

July 15, 2026

Associated Press

What to know about protecting pets from the New World screwworm fly

Flea and tick medications recommended to help reduce spread

July 10, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Find a Stray? Aztec Animal Shelter has some suggestions

This week’s featured pet is Purrito (like burrito with a 'p'), a good-natured, happy-go- lucky smaller mixed breed. Courtesy When…

July 8, 2026

New Mexico

N.M. health department reports bat with rabies in Sandoval County

The New Mexico Department of Health reported the state’s ninth rabies case of 2026 on July 6, 2026: a bat…

July 7, 2026

Tri-Cities

Chicken-killing dogs frustrate Flora Vista poultry farmer

Neglected or starved animals are looking for a meal; others may view chickens as ‘squeak toys with feathers’

July 7, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Fireworks, Festivities and Keeping Pets Calm

Molly is a nine-month-old bundle of wiggling puppy exuberance who is ready to play. Courtesy Ahead of the fireworks, barbecues…

July 1, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Pet safety tips for hot summer days

Cabana is an outgoing and playful mixed breed currently residing at the Aztec Animal Shelter. Courtesy As temperatures rise and…

June 24, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Dog breed study could have far-reaching impacts in animal welfare

Widow is a 3-year-old medium sized mixed breed with an enviable zest for life. Courtesy In 2022, a study published…

June 17, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Sharp drop in shelter deaths since 2020

Cameo is one of many deserving cats and kittens needing a home available now at the Aztec Animal Shelter. Courtesy…

June 10, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Community cat program available locally

Dailia is 2-months-old, spunky and playful. Courtesy Farmington Regional Animal Shelter has partnered with Best Friends Animal Society to provide…

June 3, 2026

The Weekly Wag

How to choose a dog

Francine is full of energy and ready to play. Courtesy So you’ve decided that you’re going to get a dog.…

May 27, 2026

The Weekly Wag

How to keep pets cool now that hot days have arrived

A car on a 70-degree day can rise to 89 degrees in 10 minutes

May 20, 2026

The Weekly Wag

Data shows sharpest drop in U.S. animal shelter deaths since 2020

This week’s pet is Bob a true cuddle-bug. Courtesy 4 million dogs and cats found homes in 2025 New data…

May 12, 2026

Find your new best friend at local animal shelters

Aztec and Farmington shelters offer dogs and cats of all ages, plus adoption discounts and a ‘pet of the week…

January 22, 2026