New Mexico

REZ dog severely injured

pwatt — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:54:19 GMT

Dear Friends,

I am a geology professor at the University of New Mexico's branch campus in Gallup, NM, but I live in Albuquerque. Each week I drive back and forth on I-40. Two weeks ago I saw a dog laying in the median of the highway. When I stopped, I saw that she had been hit. I took her to a veterinary hospital in ABQ, where they found she had a shattered back leg and pelvis on her left side, and the other back leg was out of the socket. She is extremely malnourished, had just had a litter of puppies, was covered in fleas, etc. I decided to try to save her. The vet amputated her left leg and surgically set the right back leg. She is now recovering in a kennel at my home, but the bill was almost $7,000. If anyone is able/interested in helping her, please send any amount of money you can to:

"Stray" (we call her "Estrella" now)

Veterinary Surgical Specialists of New Mexico

4000 Montgomery NE

Albuquerque, NM 87109

(505) 884-3433

Thank you so much.

Need Volunteers to Transport Dogs from Northern NM to Michigan

Terramax — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:34:12 GMT

We are looking for volunteers to drive "legs" to get dogs (mostly litters of puppies plus mom) from overcrowded shelters in the four corners area to a humane society in northern michigan. That facility is a no-kill that can place the dogs in good homes. Please let me know are interested.

Hobbs Shelter Needs Help To Stay Open!

joy_chloe — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:37:01 GMT

The Hobbs Shelter is out of money and needs help to stay open. It needs $5,000 to stay open by Aug 1. and $27,000 to stay open until December. It needs donations now, otherwise all the pets will be euthanized. Call the Shelter, adopt or foster a pet, donate and spread the word! The phone number is 575-392-4638. The address is PO Box 1192, Hobbs, NM 88242

Resources

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 09:06:59 GMT

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Animals Needing Homes or Help : A Rose by any other name ...

elizabethmarsden — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:17:01 GMT

Hi, my new name is Rose; I was a family pet abandoned in a Roswell neighborhood. I'm a big girl, 75 lbs., and the vet says I am Great Pyrenees and Shepherd. I am being cared for by a lady with seven pets. I don't like her cats -- or rather I like them too much -- so I'm in the yard. She runs the sprinkler all day so I don't get too hot. I'm young and frisky, too frisky for her. I am well behaved in the car; I know "sit" and "stay." She saw me interact with some young kids and a puppy. I am an angel (Oh, did I tell you I'm all white?). My foster mom will drive me to a safe new home even in TX or CO.; she loves me that much.

RE: Transport needed weekend of Aug 1-2

Aushra — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 08:01:14 GMT

How many legs is is going to be? I can do from Socorro, NM or Truth or Consequences, NM to El Paso if you need me. Would that be on the Sunday? I live in Alamogordo, NM.

My email address is haggiepie@aol.com

Pet Transport Volunteers Needed : Transport needed weekend of Aug 1-2

MelissaMcDaniel — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 02:01:26 GMT

A deaf American Bulldog needs transporting from Denver to his forever home in El Paso Aug 1 to Aug 2. The journey will be broken down in to several legs. Can anyone help with this? He is going to a great home in El Paso. Fingers crossed we can get him there!

Please let me know.

Thank you so much!!!

Melissa

For the Love of Blog

Animalia — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:01:13 GMT

Ok, the new and improved blog for the love of dog

New Mexico Animal Volunteer & Work Opportunities : Animal Welfare positions in NM?

drn1107 — Mon, 25 May 2009 22:38:37 GMT

I'm looking for a position in the animal welfare field. Anyone have any suggestions?

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Dog-Friendly Chow Mix Seeks Forever Home – Please Cross-Post!

veganmarcy — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:47:53 GMT

Smokey is an active and healthy 6-years-young Chow/Shepherd/Rotti mix. He has been with 11th Hour Rescue for over 2 years. He is currently at our shelter, but is occasionally fostered by a volunteer with 6 other dogs. If you want a buddy for your dogs, Smokey’s the best! You can see a video of Smokey at: http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=11162966

Smokey LOVES other dogs (he knows to be gentle with smaller ones) and is great with his foster parents, however he has “guarding issues”. Trying to “protect” his home and owners has lead to biting. He has NEVER gone after his fosterers and trusts them 100%. His caregiver can take food away from him; check his teeth, paws, mouth; give him a bath…pretty much handle him however they want. He is also crate-trained and housebroken.

Smokey is a “big puppy” who lives to play with and meet new dogs. Yard time is fun time for Smokey! His wariness about trusting people stems from low self-esteem and past abandonment. He does not show outwardly aggressive body language when nervous, which means that he would require a dog savvy home. Once Smokey bonds with you, he would never go after you – and he bonds quickly. His forever family would increase his confidence and trust as a “nervous aggression” dog. Someone who knows when company visits, he must be crated or put in another room to avoid the “guarding” behavior.

He is a great dog that deserves a chance at having a loving home, because he has so much love and loyalty to give to you!

Smokey is neutered and up-to-date on his vaccinations.

Please contact his fosterer tammy.probst.smith@gmail.com for more info.

Animals Needing Homes or Help : If this guy could talk

Mutts — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:19:56 GMT

If Jon Jon could talk I think he would tell us that he would rather be blind, deaf, have a missing limb, or any other disability that is physical; and not his disability, which is mental. The obvious physical disability of many dogs actually helps get them adopted by very loving people whose hearts go out to special needs. But, Jon Jon's mental condition analogous to OCD or maybe ADD in humans, makes it more difficult to find that loving adopter who vows to take Jon Jon as a family member forever... no matter what. Jon Jon has taken Clomitramine in the past, but if he is not in a home environment, it is not effective (his previous fosters report that they think it made him more anxious to even take this medication). He has just been returned by his latest adopter, #6 now, and is in the worst place he could be... an indoor kennel... which exacerbates his problem. We all know, we've seen it happen to him many times. Indeed, it must be as hard in the canine world as in the human world to control or combat mental maladies and seek out patient, loving and caring souls to help you through life. If he could talk he would tell you he does not know why he feels compelled to chase small objects, animate or inanimate, but that he does so when he is aggravated by stress or when he becomes frustrated and excited. If he could talk he would most certainly be repeatedly saying, get me out of here; I cannot cope!

Please circulate the message that New Mexico Animal Friends in Albuquerque, NM is desperate to find a home for Jon Jon. Please call Linda @ 505-275-7414 or e-mail jlainsw@msn.com or Cathy @ 505-379-7844 or e-mail nmwoofer@gmail.com.

Here's all the wonderful, wonderful stuff on Jon Jon... and there is a lot! He is a very sweet, 3.5 year old neutered male Lab-Hound mix, medium-sized guy. He is great in the house with excellent manners. He is eager to please, well-behaved, house and crate-trained. He knows how to sit, come, lay down and wait. He ADORES children of all ages, especially small children 3 years or older. He is in excellent physical health and should have daily exercise. He gets along with other nice dogs, enjoys playing fetch, ball, Frisbee, and tug of war with you or another dog. He is gentle and considerate with older dogs as well. Because of his tendency to chase small things, cats are out of course. Someone with fenced acreage where he can run and play with other dogs would be excellent. he loves to play in water (pools, sprinklers, etc.).... go figure he lives in the desert...maybe he would be a good "beach dog"? Jon Jon is a very loving dog.

He is going to lose it all if something is not done soon. Please help.

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Oswald wants to retire

torysresort — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:20:48 GMT

12 year old American Bulldog, Oswald, was rescued by me three years ago from his original family. Oswald has never been exposed to children nor other animals. His original family was going to put him down for threatening their newborn baby. I've been attempting to work with him to break him of these bad habits to no avail. Unfortunately he is still the loner dog he has always been. Every attempt at introducing him to new dogs (be it in private, public, or even out in the middle of nowhere) has escalated to the point of a snapping dominant male hulk of muscle trying to be over protective. He is easily controlled with the right harnesses but that's not enough to warrant free time with other dogs. I have never seen him snap at children, every time I get the opportunity I would introduce him to kids. Sometimes him between my legs, holding his harness. He would always allow the kids to pet him, but only briefly. He will begin to growl, low and deep no matter the tone I used or the discipline I tried.

That is the reason I need to find him a home for his retirement. My fiance and I are due to have a baby in a few months. And before that we will marry and move into her house. She has three dogs and three cats. I don't want to hide Oswald in a kennel in the back yard. He is an inside dog and requires love and affection daily.

Aside from his obvious dislike of anything that isn't an adult human he is a very well behaved and healthy dog. With adults he is 98% overly affectionate and friendly. He walks well, leashed or unleashed. Can sit or stay or lay with pretty good consistency. He's a cuddler and will gladly chase balls or frisbees. He wont fetch them for you but likes to run and chase almost anything thrown. Around the house he is calm and rarely barks. Usually only if someone pulls into the driveway or knocks unexpectedly at the door. When my fiance comes to the door he excitedly waits for me to let her in. He greets her and me with wet kisses and his pelting tail. Especially if you rub his rump. Oswald has never chewed on something that wasn't his. Never a shoe, a book, or CD....Nothing that wasnt his.

In the three years I've had him he has had no health issues requiring medical attention. Up to date on his shots, I take him yearly for checkups. Oswald does have a slight allergy. The vet gave me pills once but they dont seem to work. The only proof of his allergy is his tendency to lick his feet, which makes them dark. But never enough licking to cause hot spots. The only health condition that is a mild concern is his thyroid. This condition is easily controlled with one pill twice a day. After I rescued him I put him back on the meds and he shed 15 pounds of fat in only a few months. The pills are cheap, however he likes them only wrapped in something else. I use "Greenies brand pill pockets" (One large pocket can be separated for four pills). He is now a steady 95 pounds. I use a self feeder for him and he doesnt overeat. I only feed him high quality senior dog food (like Chicken Soup for the Dog Lovers Soul), dry biscuits for his teeth, and the occasional pizza crust. Which reminds me of his gentleness when it comes to hand feeding. If you dont let the food go when he takes food or treats from your hand, he will let go and wait patiently. No pulling or tugging or snapping for treats or food out of your hand.

I can't think of much else to say about him. A wonderful dog for a couple or a single person (with no kids or furry animals). He has been an excellent companion for the last three years and it breaks my heart to leave him.

I am willing to drive him a reasonable distance for a good retirement home (again...NO kids and NO other furry pets). Please contact me with any questions or inquiries or requests for more pictures.

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Candyman needs a home!!!

siobhanpeach — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 05:23:08 GMT

Hi,
My husband was laid off from work the day before New Years Day. We were told that Candyman has seasonal allergies, and we have tried everything that we could in the past, but the only thing that seemed to be working was the antibiotics and steroids, which I hate to keep him on, since I read it can have some aftereffects on him. Our financial situation right now is really bad. We have two kids and I want Candyman to go to a home where he can be financially taken care of due to his allergies. He is a loving dog, listens very well, he is huge, (but a big baby)!!! He also loves to eat!! If anyone has a loving home for him, please contact me!! I hate not being able to provide fully for him, but I know if someone else can take better care of him, thats all that matters.

I also want to let you know that I am in florida, but I was told by one of the NMHP specialists, that it should try to get him placed in another part of the country due to his allergies. So I am trying to reach out all across the United States!
thanks

srmcknight@aol.com

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Lost Black Greyhound from SUV Rollover in NM

helpfindnoddy — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:59:49 GMT

My husband and I were driving from Scottsdale, AZ to San Antonio, TX on Dec 26, 2008. We hit black ice on IH 10 eastbound just west of Lordsburg, NM (0.1 miles before mile marker 19). Our SUV slid off the road and rolled. While it was flipping, the windows blew out and our greyhound flew out of the car and ran away.

Noddy is a black, male greyhound; 9 years old; ~70 pounds; looks a little chocolate brown/black in the sun; has a very small white patch on his front chest; no collar; not micro chipped; he does have tatoos inside both ears from the track. Please do not chase him, because greyhounds run 45 mph. Coax him with a gentle voice and stewed tomatoes.

Please forward my story to anyone who can help find Noddy, and call Audrey at 480-234-1406 with any info.
REWARD if returned safely.

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Female Pit bull needs a home

SBaird — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 02:36:31 GMT

This girl needs to be be an"only child" with a women; nice temperment; does not like men or little children
female spayed
color: brown w/white spots
age: 5 years 11 months
weight: 56 lbs. in July
505- 334-4040 Shirley for more information

Pet Transport Volunteers Needed : 2nd attempt TEMPE,AZ to Stilwell, OK 11/15 & 11/16

punky0617 — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:53:24 GMT

PERMISSION AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO CROSS POST!

** Will reimburse for gas with receipts if the transporter covers more than one leg**

These 4 cats were pulled from the Yuma shelter and are being held by kind dog rescue in Tempe for transport. These cats can NOT stay where they are. PLEASE HELP!
CALL Linda TOLL FREE at 888-303-9454

Coming From:
Finding Fido
Tempe, AZ
Contact: Claire

DESTINATION:
Scottish Fold Rescue, Inc. Foster
Stilwell, OK

ORGANIZATION RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORT:
Scottish Fold Rescue, Inc.
http://www.scottishfoldrescue.org

3 PASSENGERS going to Stilwell, OK:
BREED: Scottish Fold mix
F08-025044 is a female grey and white about a year old.
F08-025047 is a female calico that is over a year old.
F08-025051 is a calico female that is under a year old.
ALTERED: Yes
TESTED NEGATIVE FOR FIV/FELV: Yes
UTD ON RABIES & OTHER VACS: Yes
Health Records will travel with cats
CARRIERS: Will be provided

Passenger # 4 going to:
Scottish Fold Rescue, Inc. Foster
Kersey, CO 80644-9424

PASSENGER:
BREED: Scottish Fold mix
F08-025054 - female calico - over a year old - very shy, likes to hide, friendly once picked up
ALTERED: Yes
TESTED NEGATIVE FOR FIV/FELV: Yes
UTD ON RABIES & OTHER VACS: Yes
Health Records will travel with cats
CARRIERS: Will be provided
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************ Please Crosspost ************ ****

Due to the large number of Yahoo! groups I belong to and the amount of
mail generated on these groups, it is impossible for me to keep up with
all of the mail. I'd hate to miss your offer to help, so please email me
directly at carolfittzgc@ yahoo.com
Please do not post to the list I will never see it.

As always the legs of the trip are flexible, just let us know how far you can
drive.

Leg 1: Tempe, AZ to Payson, AZ 80 miles 1 hr 15 mins NEEDED
Start 8:00 am

Leg 2: Payson, AZ to Holbrook, AZ 97 miles 1 hr 45 mins NEEDED
Start 9:30 am arrive 11:15
ALTERNATE Route Tempe to Flagstaff FILLED Thanks Karin
Flagstaff to Holbrook Filled Thanks Dion

Leg 3: Holbrook, AZ to Gallup, NM 95 miles 1 hr 30 mins NEEDED
Start 11:30 am arrive 1:00 pm

Leg 4: Gallup, NM to Harrisburg, NM 89 miles 1 hr 15 mins FILLED Thanks Amy
Start 1:15 pm arrive 2:30 pm

Leg 5: Harrisburg, NM to Albuquerque, NM 55 miles 1 hr FILLED Thanks Amy
Start 2:30 pm arrive 3:30 pm

Calico (F08-025054 ) leaves the transport here to head to CO.
Thanks Charles, Albuquerque to Raton
Norma overnight and Raton to Pueblo
Pueblo to Colorado Springs NEEDED
and Peggi Colorado Springs to Kersey, CO

Leg 6: Albuquerque, NM to Santa Rosa, NM 117 miles 1 hr 45mins
Start 3:30 pm arrive 5:15 pm FILLED Thanks Jen

Leg 7: Santa Rosa, NM to Tucumcari, NM 60 miles 1 hr
Start 5:53 pm arrive 6:30 pm NEEDED

OVERNIGHT IN THIS AREA NEEDED

Sunday Nov.9th
Leg 8: Tucumcari, NM to Amarilllo, TX 113 miles 1hr 45 mins NEEDED
Start 8:00 am Mtn
Time change on this leg
Arrive 10:45 am Central

Leg 9: Amarillo, TX to Shamrock, TX 99 miles 1 hr 45 min NEEDED
Start 10:45 am arrive 12:30 pm

Leg 10: Shamrock, TX to Clinton OK 82 miles 1 hr 15 mins NEEDED
Start :12:30 pm arrive 1:45 pm

Leg 11: Clinton, OK to OKLA City, OK 85 miles 1 hr 15 mins NEEDED
Start 1:45 pm arrive 3:00 pm

Leg 12: Okla City to Henryetta, OK 89 miles 1hr 30 mins.
Start 3:00 pm FILLED Thanks Ethel

Leg 13: Henryetta, OK to Sallisaw, OK 70 miles 1hr 15 mins FILLED
Thanks Marybeth

Leg 13: Sallisaw, OK to Stilwell,OK 30 miles 35 mins FILLED
Thanks Marybeth

Thanks for getting these kitties safe.
Carol Fitzgerald
PCBR
Transport coordinator

News Discussion : October 08 - The Hartz Mountain Corporation Voluntarily Recalls One Specific Lot of Nationwide Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Because of Possible Salmonella Contamination

punky0617 — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:52:40 GMT

Recall -- Firm Press Release
FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.

The Hartz Mountain Corporation Voluntarily Recalls One Specific Lot of Nationwide Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Because of Possible Health Risk
Contact:
John Mullane
(914) 712 9150

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 20, 2008 -- The Hartz Mountain Corporation, Secaucus, NJ is voluntarily recalling one specific lot of Hartz Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips due to concerns that one or more bags within the lot are potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz is fully cooperating with the US Food and Drug Administration in this voluntary recall.

Salmonella can cause serious infections in dogs, and, if there is cross-contamination caused by handling of the rawhide chips, in people as well, especially children, the aged, and people with compromised immune systems. Healthy people potentially infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. On rare occasions, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Animals can be carriers with no visible symptoms and can potentially infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

The product involved is 4,850 - 2 pound plastic bags of Hartz Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips, lot code JC23282, UPC number 3270096463 which were distributed to a national retail customer. While the normal testing that Hartz conducts through an independent outside laboratory did not detect the presence of Salmonella in any Hartz rawhide products, sample testing conducted by another laboratory did indicate the presence of the bacteria in a sample bag of the Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips. Hartz is aggressively investigating the difference in test results and the potential source of the problem.

Although Hartz has not received any reports of animals or humans becoming ill as a result of coming into contact with this product, Hartz is taking immediate steps to remove the product from all retail stores and distribution centers. Dog owners who purchased this product should check the lot code on their bag, and, if the code is not visible, or if the bag has lot code JC23282 imprinted thereon, they should immediately discontinue use of the product and discard it in a proper manner.

Consumers can contact Hartz at 1-800-275-1414 with any questions they may have and to obtain reimbursement for purchased product.

http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/hartz10_08.html

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Help me find border collie last seen at Ship Rock 8/12

Cloudland — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:15:14 GMT

Please help me find a border collie last seen 8/12 at the "wing" of Ship Rock, NM itself just off Rt. 13. It has a higher white marking running up its left leg and a white stripe down the face. Very friendly. Please post any info to this site.

I have called shelters and rescues. Farmington, NM Shelter said they had too many dogs to check. I am not in that area now to look myself. If anyone is closer and willing to look I would be very grateful. If there is a network in that area that can guide my search I hope to hear from you.
Thanks!
Maureen

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Mona Lisa the gorgeous Maine Coon needs a HOME

azcatrescue — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:59:40 GMT

Mona Lisa is a gorgesou Maine Coon kitty. She originally came to rescue from the pound
with her babies. She thought she had found her forever home, but soon realized it was all a
lie. She was returned because they were moving. She NEEDS to be an only pet and she
needs to go to a home with older kids or no kids at all. She is very loving and affectionate,
she just likes to be the princess of the house. Did we mention she LOVES to be brushed?
Please consider giving her a loving home.

Email Dan at hadleyd@cox.net or call 480-332-6553 to adopt Mona Lisa. Please note, she is currently in Phoenix, AZ.

Animals Needing Homes or Help : Freckles and Rex need a ride to Kanab

patriciap — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:39:42 GMT

Two dogs, Freckles and Rex, are in Deming, New Mexico (near Las Cruces) and need to come back to Best Friends in Kanab, Utah as soon as possible. If you can help please call Pat at (435)644-2001 X4853 or Richard at (575)545-9974