East Mountain Companion Animal Project

10/30/2026

Hi friends- it’s $5 Friday.
I’d be lying if I said that I have the mental strength or energy to write a good post this week.
The situation with Goose, has drained me. A true animal lover could never understand how his family could leave him behind. A good person could never understand how they could lead us on, allowing us to take time and money to get him to the vet, communicate with them several times a day, FaceTime, truly trick us into believing they loved him as much as we do and that they wanted their dog home, just to cancel last minute. Sigh. Trying not to dwell on the specifics and move on to the next step- finding goose a home.
Yesterday we got in 13 cats from Moriarty Animal control. The caretaker passed away and the cats were fending for themselves. They were trapped, taken to Street Cat HUB Inc. (thank goodness for them) and then returned. However-they can’t return to the property without a caretaker, and MAC only has 4 cat kennels so we went ahead and took them in. They will be posted this week for adoption.
This week- hold your animals close, remind them how loved they are.
I keep telling Goose how much of a good boy he is- but my own dogs too. They deserve everything, not to be second thoughts or abandon by the people who promised to care for them. Pickles.

We appreciate your donation to help save innocent lives!
https://venmo.com/u/EmcapRescueNM

https://cash.app/$EastMountCAP

https://www.paypal.me/emcompanimal?locale.x=en_USaglj

You can also donate by calling Western Trails directly at 505-286-4604 and ask to pay on the EMCAP BILL
We also accept cash/check see donations by mailing them to
EMCAP
PO Box 692
Moriarty, NM 87035

We are a registered non profit organization and if you request proof of donation for tax purposes, please send an email to [email protected]

10/29/2026

Heartbreaking day for Goose. Cruel humans abandoning the animals that love them

10/29/2026

Dogs, cats and other animals

10/29/2026

Ruffles is 27.4 pounds! He is getting neutered today and then he will be available for adoption! He is very dog friendly but shy around new people so it takes just a minute for him to warm up. He is safe with kids.

10/29/2026

A heartbreaking day for us-but we are confident he will find a true forever family soon. 💔💔

10/29/2026

Would you have bred them if you knew that they would end up in the shelter? Draining resources. Risking their health. You are a POS.

10/28/2026

Mama Grace and her baby boy, Frankie. UPDATE

10/28/2026

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

As severe storms move through Albuquerque and temperatures drop, Gateway West is open to everyone. That includes pets.

The city’s largest emergency shelter, at 7440 Jim McDowell NW, serves roughly 600 people a night and more than 700 during cold months. It operates 24 hours a day with meals, beds, secure storage and on-site services. Dogs, cats and other companions are welcome alongside their owners, part of a deliberate low-barrier design meant to remove the conditions that keep people from seeking help. For some, not having to leave a pet behind is the deciding factor in coming inside.

That policy recently got more infrastructure behind it. Greater Good Charities partnered with the shelter to build expanded outdoor dog yards, enrichment spaces and a dedicated grooming sink. Six local volunteers put in 55 hours through the One ABQ volunteer portal, with another 40 hours from a Greater Good volunteer.

Christina, an Army veteran staying at Gateway West, says her three-month-old puppy means “the absolute world” to her and gives her a reason to get up in the morning.

Amanda, an Air Force veteran who works as an EMT at the shelter, says she isn’t naturally a dog person but has seen why it matters. When someone comes in sick or scared, their dog is often the only thing keeping them calm.

“A pet can be the most consistent source of love and routine during an incredibly hard time,” said Gateway West Coordinator Richard Gaczewski.

The city’s homelessness department volunteer program logged 351 volunteers and 1,216 hours in its first eight months. Sign-ups are at www.oneabqvolunteers.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=152857.

Source: City of Albuquerque

10/28/2026

CAN YOU HELP GOOSE!?

It’s a different type of Tuesday…
This 8-month-old goofball jumped out of his family’s car on their cross-country road trip to South Carolina.

The family stuck around for a few days trying to find him, but had to get to the east coast for new jobs in a hurry.

Goose showed up at the Moriarty animal shelter, and East Mountain Companion Animal Project took him in.

❗️HERE’S THE ASK❗️
Goose needs a transport to South Carolina.
If you or someone you know would be willing to take him close to his family, contact EMCAP!