Gallup-McKinley County Animal Protection

06/01/2026

❤️Found male chihuahua❤️

This baby was found on May, 30th 2026 by a kind citizen who caught him at the East side speedway. He is very sweet and the founder put the collar on him he was not found with it on but he is microchipped unfortunately the information is not updated. We were unable to contact the possible owner.

Please come by the shelter or contact us at 505-726-1453 to reclaim your pet🐾

06/01/2026

📣 PET OF THE WEEK 🐾

🐈 Meet our Cat of the Week: Diesel🐾

Diesel is a very loving but shy baby.
Male - Neutered
Age: 8 months old
Weight: 10 lbs

🐕 Our Dog of the Week is Randy!

Randy is a loving long hair boy who is loving his treats.
Male- Neutered
Age: 3 yrs old
Weight: 54 lbs

Come meet Diesel and Randy at our shelter!

🕒 Viewing Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM

📞 Have questions?
Call us at (505) 726-1453

05/27/2026

🐕Found Chihuahua🐾

Duke #45832 was found on Viro Circle in Gallup.
He came in with a blue flea collar and is microchip but not registered.

If this is your baby please contact the shelter to reclaim.

‼️Proof of ownership is required‼️

For more information and details on how to reclaim your pet please call
☎️(505)726-1453

05/27/2026

🐾 Paws of Hope 🐾

Looking to add a new furry family member to your home?
Come meet our lovable pets waiting for their forever homes! ❤️

🐶 Dog adoptions - $55
🐱 Cat adoptions - $45

Your adoption fee provide care, vaccinations, and a second chance for animals in need.

Give a pet hope, love, and a forever home today!

📍1273 Balok St.
Gallup,NM 87301

☎️(505) 726- 1453

🗓️. Monday - Friday
10:30am - 4:30 pm
Saturday
10:30 am - 2:30pm

05/26/2026

EDIT-* All applications must go through the City Of Gallup by copy and pasting the link below*

We are looking for 2 full time Animal Care Workers!

A few basic qualifications:

🐾 Must be willing to work weekends and holidays

🐾 Can’t be afraid of a little (or a lot) of 💩

🐾 Able to lift at least 50lbs 💪🏻

🐾 Not afraid of being covered in fur 24/7 😉

If these sound like something you can handle and you would like to join our PAWsome team please copy the link below and insert in your web browser to read the full job description and apply!!

https://gallupnm.criterionhcm.com/jobs/401/1/ #1202

05/22/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Closure Notice 🇺🇸

In observance of Memorial Day, our shelter will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026.
We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 .

🚨 Animal Control Emergencies

If you experience an animal control-related emergency while we are closed, please contact Metro Dispatch immediately at the following number:
505-722-2002

Wishing everyone in our community a safe, peaceful, and wonderful holiday weekend with your friends, family, and fur babies! 🐾❤️

05/22/2026

Just sharing information 🐾🤍
Go get your fur babies spayed/neutered at a low-cost.
Contact Rez Solutions and Animal Care Center for more information 🐾

Rez-Solutions, Animal Shelter, Inc., and Christian Veterinary Mission are pleased to announce a spay-neuter clinic at the Animal Care Center in Fort Defiance, Arizona, scheduled for June 8 through June 12, 2026. Rez-Solutions and Animal Shelter, Inc Christian Veterinary Mission

05/19/2026

📣 PET OF THE WEEK 🐾

🐈 Meet our Cat of the Week: Shadow🐾

Shadow is a very loving affectionate boy.
Male - Neutered
Age: 2 yrs old
Weight: 6 lbs

🐕 Our Dog of the Week is Smitty!
Smitty is a boxer mix but loves snuggling with his blanket.
Male- Neutered
Age: 2 yrs old
Weight: 54 lbs

Come meet Shadow and Smitty at our shelter!

🕒 Viewing Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM

📞 Have questions?
Call us at (505) 726-1453

05/14/2026

On May 13, 2026

While transporting 30 dogs and cats to Western Arizona Humane Society, we experienced a reunion we won’t forget. ❤️
We were able to reunite the Doberman named Coco with her mom in Kingman Az.

Coco’s story began when she was found stranded at a Flying J Travel Center travel stop in Jamestown New Mexico for nearly two months. After receiving a call about her situation, our ACO officers responded and brought her into our care, where she stayed safely for two weeks.
Thankfully, Coco was microchipped and that made all the difference.
When we contacted her mom in Reno Nevada, she was shocked and emotional. She had believed Coco was in California, never imagining her dog had ended up so far from home.
Yesterday, we were able to reunite them, and Coco couldn’t contain her excitement by wiggling her little tail and soaking up every moment with her mom. 🐾

Moments like this remind us why we do what we do. And it’s also an important reminder: microchip your pets. It can make all the difference in bringing them safely back home. 🐶❤️