Here are our some of our Rescue success stories. Each of these guys has found a "forever" home. We still hear from the new owners on how well things are going.

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Mojo ADOPTED! 12/24/2011

Estimated Birthday September 11, 2007

Mojo is definitely a Yorkshire Terrier; he knows the world revolves around him and he lives to be loved. He is very active. Running with the other dogs brings him great joy, especially when he makes the big dogs lie down and submit to his right to rule as lord and master of the realm. Considering he only weighs five pounds his skills as a ruler are impressive!

He is in a foster home with medium and small dogs and two cats. Mojo has been in the company of men, women and an occasional child, we feel he will be most comfortable in a home with an opportunity to spend time outdoors in a securely fenced yard and perhaps a dog friend or two. But, then, he could be perfectly happy with a retired couple who will dote on him and grant his every wish.

Mojo has been neutered, vaccinated to prevent rabies and other common diseases. He has been tested negative for heartworm and several tick-borne diseases, is on monthly heartworm preventative, and is microchipped. 

Estimated Birthday November 11, 2009

Poor little darling was scared half to death when her rescue angel found her running the streets of Albuquerque. After half an hour of coaxing she finally let her finder pick her up. She spent the rest of the day at the office making new friends. After two weeks of ads and posting her with ABQ Animal Control we accepted her into our rescue to find her a new home.

Freckles is about three years old, weighs 16 pounds, and has a lovely, medium length, liver and white coat spattered with freckles. She may be a mix of a small Spaniel breed or longhair Chihuahua. She is a bit timid of strangers but warms up after a short time. Her favorite things are running in the yard with the other dogs, any kind of treat, and thinking about chasing the cats. Freckles likes her crate, enjoys belly rubs and cuddling with her favorite person.

Adoption fee includes: Spay, core and rabies vaccinations, testing for Heartworm and three tick borne diseases, and microchip. All she needs is you!    

Whiskers ADOPTED!

Estimated Birthday May 1, 2010

This little cutie pie was picked up as a stray in Valencia County. We named him whiskers because he has a smooth wire black and tan coat, with chin whiskers. Whiskers is possibly a Chihuahua mixed with Yorkie or Schnauzer.

His foster mom says that he is housetrained, loves to play with toys, is good with men and women, school aged children, large and small dogs, and cats.

His only flaw is a turn out of his right front leg. However, it does not slow him down when playing or on his outings to the lake.  At just about a year old this little seven and a half pound sweetie has a lifetime of love to give to a loving family.

Whiskers is neutered, current on rabies and core vaccinations, is tested negative for heartworm and three tick borne diseases, is on heartworm preventative and is microchipped.  

Isabella ADOPTED! 11/03/2011

Birthday March 29, 2008

Precious Isabella is a three and a half pound Yorkie. She is a loving little dog with the cutest scruffy face. She was surrendered by her owner because they could not afford the care she requires for her health needs.

She had trauma to her spine that was treated with steroids and cage rest. Isabella was born with a common problem in small dog – a luxated patella (slipping kneecap). She is scheduled for surgery in early July. We are hoping that the leg repair will get her back on her feet and be ready for a pain free life in a month or two.

We are requesting donations to help with her knee surgery. If you would like to donate please send your donation to:

Quixote Humane

P.O. Box 1285

Peralta, New Mexico 87042 or use PayPal.

Birthday April 11, 2011

Lucien is one of Lady Madonna’s puppies. Three of the pups have short legs - the other three are longer legged like their mom, who we think may be a Cocker Spaniel mix because of her thick, curly coat and partial tail. However, she looks mostly Poodle when groomed. We can only guess what other breeds are in Lucien’s pedigree because Dad was just “visiting.”

Lucien is one of the shorter legged pups. He weighed 16 pounds at four months, has a dark charcoal colored coat and amber eyes. LaBella and he are best buddies and love to wrestle and run in the yard. They are housetrained to a doggie door and are crate trained. He is a bit sensitive, not as much as a wild child with people as LaBella is, but loves attention from men, women and plays well with other dogs in her foster home. He likes to carry his favorite stuffed toy with him where ever he goes. 

He is neutered, has his puppy shot series, is rabies vaccinated, has kennel cough vaccination, is on heartworm preventative and is microchipped.

Birthday May 12, 2011

When his wife died, the breeder realized he could not care for all of the dogs in his home. He talked to his veterinarian about it, and Doc gave him our contact information to see if we could help.

Dusty is one of the four dogs we agreed to take into rescue. We are working with him to try to get the last breeding pair spayed and neutered so he is not overwhelmed again.

This little boy is so precocious! He has no fear! He runs with the “big dogs” (the other small dogs) in our foster home. He is fast as lightening getting in or out of an open door or baby gate. Loves to redecorate the laundry room he shares with MacKenzie and is more interested in cardboard boxes than stuffed toys. He learned the doggie door in a day, but only uses it to come in, not out so far.

He is a purebred, registered AKC Chihuahua. He has lovely upright ears, loving eyes, domed head and short muzzle. Dusty has a stocky body with short legs and cutely turned tail. His white markings make a great contrast to his wonderful brindle coat.

He will be a small, but cobby bodied little fellow when he is grown.

We are accepting applications to start the adoption process. Our requirements are secure fencing and no children under school age. Dusty will be neutered, vaccinated for rabies, have full series of puppy shots, microchipped and on heartworm preventative. He will be available for foster-to-adopt after his last puppy shot. The adoption will be competed after he is neutered and microchipped.

Estimated Birthday June 10, 2010

“Love is a four legged word” says the T-shirt. Perlita Blanca is the perfect example. She was a bottle-baby given to a breeder and was coddled as an orphan. Unfortunately, the breeder’s wife became ill and passed away. Her husband was not able to continue to care for all of the dogs in his home. His veterinarian gave him our number to see if we could take some of his dogs. We took in Perlita Blanca, her two sons and Dusty.

“Lita” is a lovely little girl that became a mother by accident far too young in her life. She is a dotting mom to her two boys, but is now ready to move on and find a family who will let her enjoy a loving home. She is still over weight from the free feeding for the past few months while the owner was attending to his wife’s needs. We think she will be about eight pounds when she gets back on track.

Perlita Blanca is spayed, has core and rabies vaccinations, has been tested for heartworms and several tick borne diseases, is on heartworm preventative and has been microchipped.

Simon ADOPTED! 10/20/2011

Estimated Birthday August 25, 2009

All he wants to do is be with you and grant your wishes. If you want to go for a walk he is ready and waiting. If you want to veg out on the couch he is ready to snuggle. You need a friend for your dog or cat to stay with while you’re at work - Simon is your man.

Housetrained, walks on a leash, knows sit and working on stay, your wish is his command! Good with men, women, other dogs and cats - what more can you ask for in a companion.

Simon is about two years old, weighs 18 pounds, is most likely a Schnauzer or Schnauzer mix. He has been neutered, microchipped, is current on rabies and core vaccinations, has been tested negative for heartworm and four tick borne diseases and is on heartworm preventative. All he needs now is a home that can appreciate his loving personality. 

Lady Madonna ADOPTED! 06/20/2011

Estimated Birthday March 18, 2009

Many shelters in rural areas do not have space to hold dogs for more than a few days. If owners do no reclaim them they are available for adoption or rescue transfer. Some dogs have health issues that require that rescue only can take them. Lady Madonna is one of them; she was pregnant.

We think she may be a Cocker Spaniel mix because of her thick, curly coat and partial tail, but she looks like a poodle when she is shaved.  We can only guess what other breeds are in her pedigree.

She weighs just under 20 pounds.

Lady Madonna will be spayed, given core vaccinations, tested for heartworm and several tick bourne diseases, and microchipped.  

Makenzie ADOPTED! 09/28/2011

Estimated Birthday: February 21, 2007

What stunning colors on this lovely little girl! The white with amber patches over her ears and sprinkles of large freckles on her body are a unique color pattern. Add her luminous eyes and big Chihuahua ears, Makenzie is just lovely to behold. 

Makenzie has been in several homes and was released to us by an active family that did not feel they were able to give her the quality of life she deserves. We are looking for a family that can give her a quiet and stable home where snuggles with a small dog are a priority. Makenzie is a sensitive dog that needs a bit of sunshine in her life to blossom into a sparkling gem for a very lucky someone. 

She  is spayed, current on all vaccinations, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm, on heartworm preventative and microchipped.

Lindsey ADOPTED!

Estimated Birthday July 16, 2008

Lindsey was found as a stray in Albuquerque. The shelter released her to rescue because she was near the end of her pregnancy. We took her in on Saturday, January 15th and planned to have her x-rayed to see how big the puppies were and decide if she should have a cesarean to deliver them if they were too big.

Sunday morning she went into labor. The first puppy, Alysia, was slow in delivery, but made it. The second puppy’s head was too big to deliver without help. The vet had to tranquilize to assist in the delivery, but it was too late and little Lilo didn’t survive. Alysia has since been weaned so Lindsey is ready for adoption.  

Housetrained, a social butterfly and a sweet little snuggle pup, Lindsey is a perfect little four pound lapdog. Because she is so small and delicate we are looking for an adult/young adult home without large, rambunctious dogs.

She is spayed, current on all vaccinations, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm, on heartworm preventative and, is microchipped.

Alysia ADOPTED! 09/21/2011

Estimated Birthday January 16, 2011

Lindsey, a little 4 pound Chihuahua, was found as a stray in Albuquerque. The shelter released her to rescue because she was near the end of her pregnancy. We took her in on Saturday and planned to have her x-rayed on Monday to see how big the puppies were and decide if she should have a cesarean to deliver them if they were too big.

Sunday morning, January 16th, she went into labor. The first puppy, Alysia, was slow in delivery, but made it. The second puppy’s head was too big to deliver without help. The vet had to tranquilize to assist in the delivery, but it was too late and little Lilo didn’t make it.

We won’t know until Alysia is older, what breed her daddy may be and it will only be a guess. At twelve weeks old Alysia only weighed 1.6 pounds. She is very sweet and loves to play with the other foster dogs and cuddle with people. It was only recently we found that she has very limited vision. Perhaps that is why she was born with upright ears that have grown so large to help compensate for her handicap.

Alysia will be offered as "foster-to-adopt" until she is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. She is a little fighter or she would not have survived . It will be interesting to she what her personality is as she grows up. Best guess is she will be a bit of a pistol.

UPDATE: She has grown into a very brave and adventurous girl and is the ultimate little shadow to all her foster siblings. She weighed in at 1 lb-14 1/2oz. at 3 mos old and has the confidence of at least a 5 pounder! She wrestles with her Mom, Lindsey and is also a very studious opponent for 10.5 lb. Jesse Brian. He may be bigger, but she has a voice and an attitude and when she says no, it means NO! She is a ’hoppy’ little girl and doesn’t know in the least that she is ’limited’ by her eyesight, nor by her size. She will run and jump for your lap (missing by quite a bit) but doesn’t give up...ever....just keeps it up until you pick her up cause she deserves it after such a valiant attempt. She is absolutely a little love bug and her favorite place to sleep is on your chest with her face buried in your neck. Her nick-name is ’Little Monkey’ because of her little wiggly body and legs when you play with her, and when she is barking to alert us of ’danger’ in the yard...well, let’s just say it’s about the most precious little sound you will ever hear! She is using poddy pads more and more now that her environment is very familiar and LOVES being outside with the other dogs...you just have to watch her very close...she can still fit through a little 1-1/2 inch opening!! The ONLY reason Foster Mom is letting her go....she deserves SO much more attention to become her full self and will fit best in a home with no young children and someone dedicated to helping her become the best she can be!

Robbin  ADOPTED! 09/23/2011

Estimated Birthday February 19, 2011

We waiting for adult teeth to come in to get a better guess of her age.

Isn’t she just the cutest little thing?! We don’t know what mix breeds she is, though most likely there is some poodle and perhaps Maltese or other small long haired heritage in the blend, as well.

Robbin is a super social little girl that gets along well with other dogs but prefers people and treats. She is full of puppy energy and happy puppy wiggles.

You would never guess that she was nearly dead from dehydration when she was taken to the Valencia County Shelter. The owner didn’t know what was wrong with her so turned her over to be euthanized. The shelter asked if we would take her and try to revive her. All it took was twenty four hours of hydrating and hand feeding to light the spark that turned into this little fireball.

Robbin weighed just under four pounds in the beginning of June. We think she will weigh under ten pounds when fully grown.

She will be spayed, given puppy shot series, rabies vaccination, microchipped and on heart worm preventative prior to adoption. However, she can go to a foster-to-adopt home after her final puppy shot and adoption will be completed after she is spayed and chipped.     

Birthday April 11, 2011

Lucas is one of Lady Madonna’s puppies. Three of the pups have short legs - the other three are longer legged like their mom, who we think may be a  Cocker Spaniel mix because of her thick, curly coat and partial tail. However, she looks mostly Poodle when groomed. We can only guess what other breeds are in Lucien’s pedigree because Dad was just “visiting.”

Lucas is one of the shorter legged pups. He is the smallest of the six puppies, but has a huge personality. He runs and plays with the other dogs but is submissive so tends to get run over when they go on a zoom doggie run in figure eights and through the bushes.  Everyone interests him: men, women and children. He pretends to ignore the cat. If you are looking for a sweet little boy to cuddle and happy-up your home and family, Lucas would be just about perfect. 

He will be neutered, has his puppy shot series, is rabies vaccinated, has kennel cough vaccination, is on heartworm preventative and will be microchipped before adoption.

Birthday April 11, 2011

Landon is one of Lady Madonna’s puppies. Three of the pups have short legs - the other three are longer legged like their mom, who we think may be a  Cocker Spaniel mix because of her thick, curly coat and partial tail. However, she looks mostly Poodle when groomed. We can only guess what other breeds are in Lucien’s pedigree because Dad was just “visiting.”

Landon is one of the longer legged pups. He looks like a miniature yellow Labrador Retriever and acts like one. At only 23 pounds he will do well in a home with a small yard as long as he gets walks and a chance to run and play with other dogs. He is very well socialized by his foster family so is good with men, women, children and other dogs.  

He is neutered, has his puppy shot series, is rabies vaccinated, has kennel cough vaccination, is on heartworm preventative and will be microchipped before adoption.

Estimated Birthday February 11, 2010

This little boy is such a grand little dog. He is great with the other dogs and loves attention. We think he is a Tibetan Spaniel from his appearance and the fact there are Tibetan Spaniel breeders in the area. No way to now for sure, but he has most of the breeds characteristics. 

Tenzin was found as a stray in Valencia County and held at the shelter for his owners to reclaim him, but they didn’t find him before the stay hold was up. He had some mats and quite a few ticks, but was otherwise in good condition. We took him into our rescue so that we could provide him the chance for a wonderful, forever home. This little guy is going to be a fabulous companion for the lucky family that adopts him. 

He has been neutered, vaccinated to prevent rabies and other core diseases, has been tested negative for heartworm and three tick borne diseases, is on heartworm preventative and is microchipped.  Tenzin weighs just under ten pounds is about 1 ½ years old.

Estimated Birthday 4/16/2011

While we were at the shelter doing photos for the local paper a woman brought in this sweet little pup. She found her as a stray in her neighborhood but couldn’t find an owner. Nor could she find anyone to take her, so brought her to the shelter. After the 72 hour stray hold she was available for adoption.

Her scruffy little face stuck in our minds and hearts so we asked to take her into our rescue. We think she is mostly Schnauzer and has a salt and pepper, wire coat. Libby is super sweet, very social and should make a terrific little friend for a family with school age children. 

Liebchen will be spayed, vaccinated for rabies and core puppy shots, microchipped, tested for heartworm and several tick borne diseases and on heartworm preventative before she is adopted. Since she is still a puppy, she will be available for foster-to-adopt after her last puppy shot. Adoption will be completed after she is spayed and microchipped.

Lillie Marlene ADOPTED! 08/16/2011

Estimated Birthday July 18, 2010

Lillie Marlene is a calm and submissive dog that is willing to do as asked without a lot of nonsense. She is easy going and seems to find both men and women to be good company.

She was found as a stray in Albuquerque so we don’t know her background. Her coat and body style suggest that she is most likely a Standard Schnauzer mix. She weighs 20 pounds and is about one year old.

Lillie will be spayed, tested for heartworms and several tick borne diseases, vaccinated, microchipped and will be on heartworm preventative prior to adoption.   

ADOPTED! 07/23/2011

Pipsqueak 

Estimated Birthday April 8, 2011

This little tyke was at the City of Albuquerque for her stray hold period but they didn’t want to adopter her to the general public because she had ear infections and blistering around her muzzle. They prefer that a rescue take dogs with health issues so they can hold them long enough to treat them before they go to a new home.

Pipsqueaks estimated age was three months at the time we took her into our rescue. However, as of May 11 she still does not have any adult teeth so she may be younger than was thought. She is a very active and playful pup that enjoys chasing, tumbling and chewing with the other youngster in her foster home.

“Pip” weighed 3½ pounds on April 8 and 5½ pounds on May 11. We cannot yet give an estimated weight when she is full grown (maybe around nine or ten pounds?). She is possibly a Chihuahua mixed with Pomeranian or even American Eskimo. She has a is very dense, short white coat with apricot colored ears.

She is a delightfully happy little dog with hefty leg bones so should be able to hike, play ball and make a great all-around small indoor companion for an active home.

Pipsqueak is spayed, microchipped, tested negative for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, is on monthly heartworm preventative, current on rabies and puppy vaccinations. She is using a doggy door in her foster home and knows “outside” as a command to use it. 

ADOPTED! 07/21/2011

Rocky 

Estimated Birthday July 7, 2005

What a little angel! Rocky was found as a stray in Valencia County. He has the softest, thick, golden fawn colored coat. He is a tiny guy, weighing under five pounds, has a lovely domed head, big ears and huge brown eyes - every tiny inch Chihuahua. Rocky loves everyone and loves to cuddle. We would like to find an older family to adopt because he is so small.

We have done all of his basic veterinary care, including: neuter, rabies vaccination, core vaccinations, testing for heartworm and tick disease and had him microchipped. We also did a dental that left him with a just a few molars, that is why his tongue is usually out on one side.

If you are looking for a little full time snuggle bug, Rocky would love to curl up and spend his time listening to your life story.  

ADOPTED! 07/27/2011

Eva 

Estimated Birthday October 16, 2001

Over the years we have taken in many little dogs that were very sick or severely injured. Some we were not able to save. Eva is one of the most amazing injured dogs that has not only survived but thrived against extreme odds.

One of our previous adopters was walking her dogs on a Saturday afternoon  in the South Valley area of Albuquerque. She saw this little girl staggering along the ditch bank, barely able to walk. It appeared that she had been attacked by a hawk; ripped from elbow to shoulder on her right side and from shoulder to her withers on the left. She also had multiple punctures from her ears to her mid-section and trauma to her right eye.  

Eva is about ten years old, weighs just over five pounds, and has a lush coat of fawn and white. She is a bit worried about meeting new people at first, but loves to snuggle with her foster moms.  She is ecstatic - absolutely ecstatic - about going on walks, jumping up and down with great excitement over the prospect.  Once out and about she has the prance of a youngster.  She has been seen chewing and playing with stuffed dog toys as well.  She currently lives with cats and other dogs —she would rather be an only dog but is accepting (even though begrudgingly) of the others’ presence.

She is housetrained, using a dog door to go outside.  She is a great eater (and that is an understatement).  She also has a little smile that just permanently invades her aura.  She is just an absolutely adorable little dog.

She has had a dental, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworms, has basic core vaccinations and rabies and is microchipped. We believe she was spayed early in her life. Eva is very special little girl and we would like to find a very special family to give her a warm and save home for the rest of her life.

ADOPTED! 07/09/2011

Tristan 

Estimated Birthday June 7, 2009

Tristan gets along great with his fellow foster dogs, but all he really wants is to be with people, though treats are a close second. We think he is about two years old and he weighs nine pounds; just a little package of wiggle! He is possibly a Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier cross. We had to cut out a lot of tangles and mats so his coat will probably be longer when it grows back. It will require weekly brushing and professional grooming every month or two.

He was left at the Valencia County Animal Shelter gate. Did his owners leave him there because they couldn’t keep him anymore or did someone find him and drop him off because they were not able to hold on to him until his owners were found? Checking the lost and found records didn’t turn up a lost report. Whatever his history we have promised him a loving new home.

Tristan is neutered, microchipped, vaccinated to prevent rabies, parvo, and distemper, has been tested negative for heartworm and is on heartworm preventative, and tested negative for three tick borne diseases. He is sharing the doggie play area with several other small dogs and is using the doggie door there. All he needs now is someone to love him and give him LOTS of attention.  

ADOPTED! 07/05/2011

Angelo 

Estimated Birthday June 7, 2008

What a little love bug! His thick white coat has light tan patches on his head and small areas on his body. When he is excited he does a spritely prancing step with a flourish of his tail. Angelo always has a bright smile on his face and is eager to please.

He appears to be a Pomeranian, so  will require regular brushing and professional grooming to keep his coat free from tangles and mats. Hopefully a change to a quality dog food and some attention to his eyes will help reduce the tear staining.

Currently sharing his doggie yard with four other small dogs, we believe he will do fine with other dogs that are good with small, active dogs. He is kissy with women and men, but we think very small children might be more than he will be comfortable with full time.

Angelo is using a doggie door, has been neutered, tested negative for heartworm and is on heartworm preventative, has been tested negative for three tick bourne diseases, and is microchipped.  

ADOPTED! 07/10/2011

Taffy II 

Estimated Birthday November 7, 2010

Another incredible Valencia County dog found as a stray. Without any history we can only guess her age and mix of breeds. A possible mix of breeds is either Pomeranian and Pekingese mixed or either mixed with Chihuahua. Doesn’t really matter, she is obviously a “mutt”, but what a delightful little waif!

All little Taffy wants is to be with a person. She needs to be groomed often because of her long, thick coat. She needs a lot of activity because she is still just a baby. She needs a family that wants a dog as a full time indoor companion. She is a sweetheart that will fill the heart of the lucky someone who adopts her.

Taffy will be spayed, microchipped, tested for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, current on rabies and core vaccinations and on monthly heartworm preventative before she is adopted. She is currently using a piddle pad but will be trained to use a doggy door soon.

ADOPTED! 05/30/2011

Tatiana 

Estimated Birthday January 15, 2011

So many of the dogs we take into our rescue are injured, sick or have age related health problems so it is exciting to have a healthy pup available for adoption! Tatiana weighed eight and a half pounds at about three months of age. She is very affectionate and loves to be cuddled.

We think she may be part Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier mix because of her black and tan, wire coat. She has heavy boned legs so is not a fragile little girl. She should do well as an indoor dog with a family that enjoys the outdoors for gardening,  walking and hiking.

Tatiana will be available as a foster-to-adopt after she is current on all of her puppy shots, rabies vaccination, and is microchipped. She is on monthly heartworm preventative. Her adoption will be completed after she is spayed at six months of age.

ADOPTED! 06-05-2011

Desert Flower 

Estimated Birthday May 17, 2010

Just as sweet as a little Chihuahua mix girl can be, Desert Flower is a snuggle baby. She loves to play with her best buddy, Nocchi. Flower’s foster family is happy to report that she is housetrained, in fact she wakes her foster mom with kisses, asking to go out.

This pretty little girl was found as a stray in Belen. Not an unusual occurrence for Chihuahua and other small dogs to be found wandering the streets. However, this one is unusual because she was found as a three month old puppy with pierced ears! Hard to imagine that anyone would do such a thing to an innocent little dog. The people who found her immediately removed the earrings and starting treating the infection caused by the lack of proper care. It appears that the left ear may be permanently dropped from the weight of the earring that was placed too high for her delicate ear to support it.

A typical young pup, Flower is still chewing on anything and everything and full of playful chasing of toys, feet and other dogs, but she loves to cuddle when she is worn out.

Desert Flower will be spayed, vaccinated to prevent distemper, parvo, kennel cough and rabies, and microchipped. She currently weighs five pounds at four months old.

ADOPTED! 06/26/2011

Ignacio 

Estimated Birthday January 1, 2011

Ignaciao weighted 2.6 pounds on February 26th. He was about eight weeks old then. He and his brother, Jesse Brian, were given to a young couple by friends. Unfortunately, they couldn’t keep them because the landlord does not allow pets in their apartment.

Both of the brothers are very social with everyone! They are in a foster home with other Chihuahuas and a couple of Australian Shepherds.  They are using piddle pads now, but will be housetrained to use a doggy door.

Both will be available to a “foster-to-adopt” home in a few weeks. They will be neutered, microchipped and current on vaccinations, dewormed and on heartworm preventative  prior to final adoption.

ADOPTED! 06/26/2011

Jesse Brian 

Estimated Birthday January 1, 2011

Jesse Brian weighted 3.5 pounds on February 26th. He was about eight weeks old then. He gained two pounds by April 8th so he will be a around ten or eleven pounds when he grows up. He and his brother, Ignacio, were given to a young couple by friends, but their landlord would not let them keep them in their apartment. The brothers are very social with everyone! They are in a foster home with other Chihuahuas and a couple of Australian Shepherds.  They are using piddle pads and are trained to use a doggy door.  Jesse Brian is available to a “foster-to-adopt” home.. He will be neutered, microchipped and current on vaccinations, dewormed and on heartworm preventative  prior to final adoption.

He is the epitome of puppy and all that’s good in the world. He is a very smart young man and learned to sit for treats in about 2 minutes of practice. Of course, his whole body is reeling with excitement, so it’s a wiggly sit, but a sit. He is using the doggy door like a pro, but still goes to the potty pad when he is in a big hurry or its just too windy to go outside. He is staying dry all night and goes to find his bed about 9:30pm every night like clockwork and loves routine!! He is the little brother of the bunch, playing and wrestling with all his playmates - from 2 lb Alysia (Also a foster) - up to the foster Mom’s big boys, 80lb Aussies. He loves EVERYONE and we are delighted that as excited as he gets....there is NO excited pottying! Yeah! He is not a face kisser...although we are trying like heck to change that, but loves to cuddle and digs in his covers for 10 minutes until they are just right! He needs a home with another doggy playmate or a family willing to put in play time with him. Someone is going to be very, very, very lucky to have this sweet boy in their life!

ADOPTED! 06/26/2011

Russell II 

Estimated Birthday April 4/11/2003

With his black tuxedo coat, soulful eyes, gentle manners and sweet disposition we should have renamed him Rhett Butler or Clark Gable as he is the epitome of a Southern, gentleman.

Russell is housetrained to a doggy door, sleeps in bed with his foster mom and two other Chihuahuas, is friendly with men, women, children, other dogs and cats. He will be a great companion for any stable home who appreciates a healthy, mature little dog.

His previous owner adopted him from the Espanola shelter when he was a pup. Since then she became a very young, single mom with a child that has health issues. Russell was relegated to the back yard and began to escape by climbing the gate to look for companionship. After finding him running in the street and returning him twice; his current foster home asked if she would like to release him to rescue. She said yes.

ADOPTED! 05/29/2011

Tucker  

Estimated Birthday April 29, 2008

Tucker is one of the most incredible little dogs we have had the privilege to bring into our rescue. How the heck his family didn’t find him before his stray hold was up is almost shocking! We would have turned the world upside down to get him back if he had been lost from our foster home. He is absolutely gorgeous, is incredibly intelligent and loves to please.

He looks like a miniature Austrian shepherd - right down to his docked tail, but he only weighs 11 pounds! He is most likely a mix of Aussie with a toy breed. Tucker will need weekly brushing to keep the tangles out of his long, silky coat. He loves to go for walks and would probably enjoy having a large yard with another small or medium size dog to keep him company.

Tucker is neutered, microchipped, tested negative for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, is on monthly heartworm preventative and has had a dental.    

ADOPTED! 05/07/2011

Squirt 

Estimated Birthday November 25, 2010

Squirt was picked up as an injured stray in Valencia County. We took her into rescue so she could receive veterinary care to repair her broken front leg. She has multiple fractures to the two bones below her elbow and the elbow joint is also broken. She has pins in the elbow joint to hold them in place and the lower part is splinted.

Most likely a Corgi, Squirt is about three months old and weighs about 15 pounds. She is very social with men and women. However, it is highly likely the foster family will not be able to part with her after they care for her through her rehab.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2011

Bobby 

Estimated Birthday March 8, 2006

Bobby is a little prince. He stands on his hind legs, puts his little front paws together and begs for attention. And, he gets along with men, women, and other dogs. We don’t know how he is with cats and children, but we guess that he will do well with both with proper introduction.  He has learned the doggy door, doesn’t bark a lot and is rather sedate. In other words, pretty much a perfect little dog.

His ideal home will be with a family that enjoys the company of small dogs, can afford to continue to keep up with his grooming needs, has school aged children and, perhaps, an older family member that will spoil him during the day.

He was found as a stray in Valencia County, but his owners did not reclaim him. His coat was long, matted and getting into his eyes. Bobby will need to be groomed every six to eight weeks to prevent matting and irritation to his eyes. He had a yeast infection in his ears so they will need to be cleaned by the groomer, as well.

We think he is about five years old and weighs six and a half pounds. He has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated to prevent distemper, parvo, adenovirus, parainfluenza, kennel cough, had a dental and has been tested negative for three tick borne diseases, heartworm and is on heartworm preventative.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2011

Boone 

Estimated Birthday February 11, 2009

Time was running out for this handsome little guy at the Valencia County Shelter. He was picked up as a stray and his owners didn’t come to reclaim him. We feel in love and decided to bring him into rescue so we can find him a great home where he will be as cherished as he deserves.

We believe he is a Pomeranian or Longhair Chihuahua mix. Boone weighs ten and a half pounds, uses a doggy door and gets along well with his two kennel buddies. He enjoys being brushed and is delighted to chase a tossed ball or stuffed toy. He is good with men and women, don’t know about cats or young children yet.

He is neutered, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm, is on heartworm preventative, current on basic vaccinations, including rabies shots, and is microchipped. 

ADOPTED! 03/12/201

Rusty 1

Estimated Birthday December 9, 2008

Rusty was released to rescue because his owner was not able to care for him. They wanted him to find a home that can give him the special care a hairless dog needs: warm cloths and blankets when the weather is cold and sun screen and lotion for his tender skin when it is hot and sunny. If you have never had a hairless dog you cannot imagine how baby soft their skin is to touch - like a babies behind!

He is a Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced Show- low-its-queen-tli) abbreviated to Xolo (Show-low). The Xolo comes in three sizes, Toy, Miniature, Standard, and two varieties: The coated and the hairless. The Hairless being the more sought after and popular variety. Rusty is a Toy, weighing in at a 10 pounds, has soft blue skin  coloring on his body and rusty colored hair on his head and tail.  His foster mom says that he is social, house trained and an absolute treasure in every way.

We will take several applications and interview for the most appropriate home, given his special care needs as a hairless dog. Rusty is neutered, current on vaccinations, tested negative for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, had a dental and is microchipped.  

ADOPTED! 03/18/2011

Edgar 

Estimated Birthday November 11, 2004

We so often ask ourselves how the great dogs and cats come into the shelter as strays and the owners do not come to reclaim them. Do they not know how or where to look for them? Do they assume they were stolen or will return on their own? Edgar is an example of “how can this be?”

Perhaps it is because he is hard of hearing, or perhaps because he is middle aged. Neither of those issues have made a difference in his sweet temperament, though. We just don’t know why he was not reclaimed from the Valencia County shelter.

Edgar uses a doggy door, loves to play chase the ball (but doesn’t bring it back), and is great with the other foster dogs.

He does like a little wet food on top of his dry kibble and thinks a little bite of cooked chicken or steak is grand. He will be a wonderful companion for a home with people in his “golden years” age group. If you have a warm lap and an open heart, Edgar would love to fill both.

Current on all vaccinations, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm, neutered, microchipped and recently had a dental, Edgar is ready for a loving home.

ADOPTED! 02/20/2011

Samantha 

Estimated Birthday August 27, 2008

For a couple of days there were several reports of a little dog limping in Daniel Fernandez Park next to the Valencia County Animal Shelter. As I was driving into the shelter to do photos for the weekly News-Bulletin Pet Page I saw the Animal control officers trying to get the dog out from under a car parked in the dry field next door. They had to use a catch pole to retrieve the poor, frightened little girl.

It was easy to see that her limp was from a broken leg and she had missed a lot of meals. I took a quick photo of her in the arms of David, one of the ACOs that were able to bring her into the shelter. I sent the photo out to our friends in rescue in hope that someone would offer to help her. Thanks to our foster home - Barb and Jaye - we were able to spring her before she was listed for euthanasia.

Within days she had surgery to bring the broken bones into alignment and her prognosis is good for a full recovery. It will be at least a couple of months before she is back on all four feet and ready for adoption. In the meantime she will be spayed, updated on vaccinations, tested for heartworm, put on heartworm preventative and microchipped.

ADOPTED! 02/11/2011

Diamond Lil 

Estimated Birthday October 14, 2009Just over a year old, this pretty little girl wandered from her home into a neighbors yard and was attacked by a bigger dog. The owners could not afford to take her to a veterinarian so surrendered her to the Valencia County animal shelter. We couldn’t let her be euthanized without giving her a chance so we took her into our rescue and then to our veterinarian to see if she could recover.  Her injuries caused her to loose control of her hind quarters, but with “tincture of time” and medication  she has regained her ability to not only walk, but run and play.

“Lilly” is a sweet little girl, weighing about seven pounds and has the cutest under bite. Her eyes are a light hazel color and her coat is pale fawn with a touch of apricot on her ears. She is very social with people, though still is doing some puppy like submissive peeing when she is nervous. A calm home will give her a chance to become the perfect little dog she was born to be.

Diamond Lil has been spayed, vaccinated to prevent parvo, distemper, rabies and  microchipped. She has been tested negative for several tick borne diseases, heartworm and is on heartworm preventative.

ADOPTED! 02/23/2011

Paco Viejo 

Estimated Birthday January 14, 2002

A collar, but no tag; neutered, but no microchip. Found running at large with a Pug and a Dachshund mix in Albuquerque, this little seven pound Chihuahua boy was picked with his posse. The finder posted flyers, ran a found ad in the Journal and contacted the shelter to report them. After several weeks of looking she asked rescue to help place them as she has a newborn and a preteen child and has moved back into her parent's home.

He only weighed 6 and a half pounds when he was found, but has gained a pound with his finder's good care. He desperately needs a dental and will most likely to lose most of his teeth. We will bring him up-to-date on his vaccinations, heartworm and tick borne disease testing,  and microchip him, as well.

Poco Viejo is a sweet old gentleman that needs a quiet and loving home in his golden years. He appears to be housebroken, is good with women and children, though a bit tentative with men.

ADOPTED! 02/05/2011

Sophia 

Estimated Birthday November 30, 2006

This precious little four pound bundle of joy is super friendly. She would be the perfect little gal to be in a kissing booth at a fund-raiser; she loves everyone. Sophia is housetrained, current on vaccinations, spayed, tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm, is on heartworm preventative, and is microchipped.

Picked up as a stray with no collar or ID, this little sweetie pie was sitting in the shelter waiting for an owner who never came to reclaim her. Perhaps because she is not quite perfect. Whether injured as a pup or born with a deformity to her left front leg, she stands with her foot turned to the side. It doesn’t bother her and our veterinarian doesn’t feel that corrective surgery is needed. And, as tiny as she is, it is likely that she will be carried everywhere anyway.  

ADOPTED! 02/15/2011

Princess Priscilla 

Birthday July 9, 2008

Princess Priscilla is a purebred Chihuahua that was purchased by a woman who loved her tremendously. Unfortunately, her owner’s heath issues have made it difficult to care for her properly so she asked if we would take her precious little Prissy to find her a new home.

This darling little girl weighs about four and a half pounds, has the cutest little Chihuahua face, tiny muzzle, huge eyes and lovely big ears. She uses a piddle pad when confined and learned the doggy door in one day. Prissy gets along very well with the other little ones in her foster home and is good with men and women when she has a few days to get used to them.

She is current on vaccinations, tested for heartworm and on heartworm preventative, and is microchipped. 

ADOPTED! 02/26/2011

Trixie 

Estimated Birthday 9-17-2009

She loves attention, and lots of it! Found as a stray in Valencia County we don’t know Trixie’s history. However, in her foster family she divides her time equally between her foster mom and foster dad. She is a very active little dog - typical of the Terrier group. We think she is likely a Skye Terrier or Cairn Terrier mix.

She is about one year old and weighs fifteen pounds.

Trixie needs a young family that can keep her busy during the day so she can expend enough energy to settle into a quiet evening, otherwise she spends her time trying to keep the other dogs engaged or is busy chewing toys and other objects. A secure dog yard might be a deterrent to chewing inappropriate household items.  A family that is familiar with the temperament of Jack Russell Terriers and such is preferred. We do not know her ability to share a home with cats, but she will do well with school aged children and help recycle their toys.

Trixie is spayed, vaccinated to prevent parvo virus, distemper kennel cough and rabies. She is tested negative for heartworm and on preventative and is tested negative for several tick borne diseases, and  is microchipped. 

ADOPTED! 02/26/2011

Drifter 

Estimated Birthday February 3, 2007

Our little Drifter was released to the Valencia County animal shelter because his family lost their home and had to live in a camper trailer. They also gave up a Pit Bull and a shaggy puppy they had found as a stray.

Born with a deformed front leg, Drifter hops in front and walks with his rear legs. He is able to jump up on furniture and behaves like a four legged Chihuahua in every other way. He loves to sleep under the covers in bed with his foster mom, snuggle on the couch and beg for treats.

He gets a long with the foster families other large and small dogs, cats, women, and men, given a little time to warm up. Drifter weighs about five  and a half pounds, has big brown eyes and a need for a home that has a heart big enough for a little dog with special needs.

ADOPTED! 01/20/2011

Holly 

Estimated Birthday January 1, 2010

Someone found this sweet little gal as a stray in Valencia County and kept her for two weeks, but decided she didn’t want to keep her so gave her to a friend. The friend brought her to the shelter because she didn’t want to keep her either.

The reason might be that she is a very active young terrier. She is gets along well with other small dogs and big dogs too. Curious about cats and learning how to keep her distance. She is housebroken, good with women, but we don’t know about she will be with men.

We think she is about a year old, weighs 12 pounds and is possibly an Australian Terrier mix. She has been spayed, microchipped,  vaccinated to prevent rabies, distemper, parvo virus, and kennel cough. She has also been tested negative for several tick borne diseases and heartworm and is on monthly heartworm preventative.

Holly enjoys the outdoors a lot, but thinks a warm snuggle is even better. This little girl is just too cute!

ADOPTED! 01/20/2011

Brandon 

Estimated Birthday December 7, 2008

Brandon was found as a stray in Valencia County and taken to the shelter. As cute as he is we thought his owner would reclaim him or someone would adopt him right away. But that didn’t happen. He was there long enough to go to the adoption kennels but he started coughing and they needed to get him into rescue as soon a possible so his “cold” would not be spread to the other dogs. We said we would take him and give him a chance for a new, loving home.

There are a dozen small dog breeds that could be in his mix. Maybe Wirecoat Dachshund, Lhasa Apso, Cairn Terrier, or even Dandy Dinmont Terrier. We are guessing Norfolk and a mix with any or all of the above. He weighs just 12 pounds and has a red sable, wire coat.

He has already learned to use the dog door from his kennel to the dog yard. He gets along very well with the two other dogs that share the kennel. Brandon is very submissive and gives tentative little kisses to his foster mom. He is not sure about men but takes treats from his foster dad. We think he should be placed in an adult  home with older children as he may not enjoy the activity of young- preschool aged kids.

A little time in a caring home will bring out the diamond within this little scruff.  Neutered, current on vaccinations, heartworm and tick testing,  microchip and dental have been done. 

ADOPTED! 01/08/2011

Pebbles 

Estimated Birthday September 22, 2009

Just about perfect, little Pebbles is a real gem. She was adopted as a puppy by an elderly woman whose health required her to give up this little darling.

Pebbles weighs under six pounds, is housetrained, current on all vaccinations,  is microchipped, and on heartworm preventative; all this little sweetheart needs is a home that is suitable for a tiny dog. Pebbles is good with women, men, and other small dogs. An adult home with school age or older children would be her preference. 

ADOPTED! 12/04/2010

Jock 

Estimated Birthday August 28, 2006

Enthusiastic and very happy, Jock is a four year old, fourteen pound Silky Terrier mix.  He gets along with all the other dogs in his foster home and ignores the cats.

If you're looking for the perfect agility prospect, Jock is your dog. He's energetic, loves to run and play and interact with people.   

Jock was picked up as a stray so we do not know his history. Secure fencing, work in obedience training and leash walking should make him a great - permanent family member.

He has a beautiful blue and tan coat that will need to be groomed regularly and trimmed every couple of months to keep him looking as handsome as he is in these pictures.

Jock is neutered, tested negative for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, on monthly heartworm preventative, vaccinated to prevent rabies, distemper, parvo virus, and is microchipped.

ADOPTED! 11/23/2010

Tiger 

Estimated Birthday April 11, 2010

Tiger is the biggest of Elin’s puppies. Elin is a Chocolate and white Chihuahua mix. We think his dad was a miniature Dachshund mix. Tiger looks like he is predominately Dachshund.

A happy little boy; super calm and submissive with people. He loves to play fetch with his rubber ball or fluffy stuffed ring, but what Tiger wants most is someone to hug and pet him.

He is using a doggie door, but will need his owner to show him the ropes in a new home as he is still a puppy. A training DVD will be provided to help a new owner learn how to teach him to be a great little companion.

Tiger is neutered, vaccinated to prevent rabies, parvo virus, distemper, and kennel cough. He is on monthly heartworm preventative and is microchipped. 

ADOPTED! 11/20/2010

Poppy II 

Birthday October 31, 2008

Poppy was born on Halloween two years ago. Her mommy is a black and white Chihuahua cross and her daddy is an apricot Poodle. She has been raised in a loving home so is very social and full of sweetness and light. She has a fuzzy, curly Poodle coat that must be brushed or trimmed to keep if from tangling. She was a dark chocolate brown as a puppy but has turned into a café latte as a young adult. She weighs about twelve pounds underneath all of that fluff.

Her foster mom says: “Poppy is completely potty trained - uses the doggy door and was crate trained prior. She is very dog social and after about the first 20 min of introduction she is their new best friend and has an abundance of energy and playfulness with the other dogs in the home. She is absolutely one of the most loving and affectionate dogs I have had in my home. She will jump next to you and push her face into your chest and move it slowly up to your neck and she crawls into your lap - trying to get as close as possible! She loves toys and chasing balls and jumps with excitement all the way to your chin when you get home, but strangely can’t jump over the baby gate to get into the ’off’ limits areas. She honestly does not have ONE bad habit and is just the most perfect little family member! She loves to go bye-bye and loves the leash, but needs some training on keeping in a forward direction. (She is just too excited). With all her excitement and energy, she is very obedient and will sit and lay down on command and is easily calmed down with positive reinforcement. Oh yeah, when you talk to her, she leans her head sideways saying ”really?”

Great with other dogs, cats and school aged kids, Poppy is just about perfect for a family looking for a small indoor companion to share their loving home.

Poppy is spayed, current on vaccinations to prevent parvo virus, distemper, kennel cough, and rabies. She has been on heartworm preventative since she was a puppy and is microchipped. She comes with her toys and a custom made beaded collar to your order. 

ADOPTED! 11-7-2010

Wade 

Estimated Birthday September 11, 2008

This little fellow was found as a stray in Valencia County. His hold time was up, his owner didn’t come pick him up and no one had put an adoption hold on him. When he broke with kennel cough his time was short at the shelter. We decided a little cold wasn’t reason enough for him not to find a home.

He is in a foster home with sever other small dogs and has been begging for attention from his foster mom. We don’t know how he feels about men, children or cats, so those introductions will be made before he is placed in a new home. He will need weekly brushing and professional grooming about every six to eight weeks to prevent tangles in his long coat. We think he is a possibly a Lhasa Apso mix, or perhaps a Poodle and some breed of Terrier cross. In any case, he is just as cute as Benji and just as sweet. He weighs twelve pounds, but should put on a little more weight to fill out his little frame.

Wade is neutered, current on vaccinations to prevent parvo virus, distemper, kennel cough and rabies. He is on heartworm preventative and is microchipped.

ADOPTED! 11/27/2010

Garrett 

Estimated Birthday April 9, 2010

She was just walking down the ditch bank with her dogs, minding her own business, when she heard barking in the bushes beside the path. It took just a minute to find the little dog hiding under a torn tarp that had blown and caught on the branches of the weeds and trees there. Well, she couldn’t just leave him so Teese called her friends on her cell phone. Another one of the hundreds of lost and abandoned little waifs in Valencia County had crossed the path, or really stopped the tracks, of an animal rescuer.

Little Garrett didn’t have a collar and tags or a microchip; ads and reporting to the shelter didn’t turn up his owner. He is vaccinated, microchipped, neutered, on heartworm preventative and not missing a few ticks. And, now, is looking for his forever home. You know, the kind. The kind of home that will keep him safe and warm for the next fifteen or so years. You know one?

ADOPTED! 10/22/2010

Hummingbird 

Estimated Birthday April 11, 2010

She was just one and a half pounds at six weeks old; our little “Birdie” is worth her weight in gold. She is super sweet , yet full of it! Her biggest brother weighed four pounds at six weeks, so we think there may have been more than one daddy producing this litter of four. Tiger, Bogie and Tee are bigger and have longer bodies and longer muzzles. We think their daddy is part Dachshund. Little Birdie takes after her mommy, Elin, a chocolate colored Chihuahua. It will be interesting to see how they change in the next couple of months.

ADOPTED! 10/21/2010

Tee 

Estimated Birthday April 11, 2010

She is always into something! Tee is the middle of the litter in size and in the middle of everything when they go out to play. Tee is full of curiosity but she also loves to be held and cuddled. She looks a lot like her brothers; Tiger and Bogie, and probably has some Dachshund from her daddy’s side of the family. Her mom is Elin, a chocolate colored Chihuahua. Little Tee is a delightful little dog that should be a great companion for a family with school aged children. 

ADOPTED! 10/21/2010

Jamie 

Estimated Birthday August 26, 2008

If you know and love the temperament of a Cairn Terrier you will immediately fall in love with this sweet little girl. She is about two years old, weighs eleven pounds and has a red brindle coat.

Packed full of bouncing off the walls delight, but also enjoys attention from her foster mom. Jamie is in a home with a larger, dominant dog and is submissive with her.

She is social so we believe she would be fine in a home with school aged children or an adult family. Jamie would probably not be a wise choice for an older home unless you have another dog to entertain her as she is very active.   

Jamie is spayed, tested negative for heartworm and several tick borne diseases, is on monthly heartworm preventative, is vaccinated to prevent rabies, parvo virus, distemper, kennel cough and is microchipped. 

ADOPTED! 10/21/2010

Russie 

Estimated Birthday March 11, 2008

This beautiful Australian Shepherd just showed up in a Bosque Farms horse paddock one afternoon, obviously lost and looking for home. After three weeks of posting flyers throughout the Village, emailing dozens of homes in the area, notifying the animal shelter, running lost ads in the paper, it seems her owners do not want to be found.

Someone spent time teaching her to heel on a leash and sits when you stop. She comes when called and has been great in the house. She gets along well with the other dogs in the foster home. Though she is only about two or three years old, she has a sweet and steady disposition.

Russie is now vaccinated to prevent rabies, parvovirus, distemper and kennel cough, she has been tested negative for heartworm and tick borne diseases, on heartworm preventative, had a dental and is microchipped. Our veterinarian thinks she has been spayed.

If you are looking for a great ranch dog come meet Russie.

ADOPTED! 09/24/2010

Bogie 

Estimated Birthday April 11, 2010

This darling little guy is one of Elin’s four puppies. Elin is a Chocolate and white Chihuahua mix. We think his dad was a Dachshund mix. His big brother, Tiger, looks like he is predominately Dachshund. But his little sister, Birdie, looks mostly like a Chihuahua. Bogie is in between - just the right size!

Bogie is a small but sturdy little dog. He is as sweet a little boy as can be. Bogie and his brother Tiger wake up full of play; they wrestle, dig in the dirt, and then crash. He needs to find a family that is active to help bring out his playful and energetic side. On-the-other hand, he would love to have a grade school child to snuggle with at night.

ADOPTED! 09/04/2010

Tesoro Valiente 

Estimated Birthday July 4, 2008

Tesorro Valiente - “Zorro” - is just about perfect. This little guy is a dream come true for someone who is looking for a tiny, take-with-you-everywhere Chihuahua. He has the greatest outgoing personality - good with men, women, and other Chihuahuas. He uses piddle pads in the house and is already learning to come in the doggy door. He barely makes a peep and loves to be held. He plays well with the other dogs but is happy to toss a piece of kibble to keep himself amused. He is even good about getting his toenails trimmed!

Only two and a half pounds when we took him out of the shelter, he should weigh about four pounds when he fills out. We are accepting applications through August to find the perfect home for this little treasure. We are looking for a very special home for this very special little dog.

He is current on rabies vaccinations, tested for heartworm and on preventative, current on basic core vaccinations and is neutered and microchipped.

ADOPTED! 08/15/2010

Hobo 

Estimated Birthday January 15, 2009

It only took one day for Hobo to learn to use the doggie door in the kennel to the dog yard. He immediately got along with the two other dogs in his play area. He is a bright and happy fellow that will fit into a new family quickly. 

Hobo was picked up as a stray by a family vacationing in another part of the state and brought to the Valencia County shelter by the finder. It is possible that he was abandoned by his owner, but we gave them the benefit of the doubt and made contacts with the shelters, radio station and a local tourist resort to let them know he was found. After over a month we decided it was time to find him a great new home.

If you are looking for a small Dachshund as a companion, come meet Hobo. He is neutered, microchipped, current on all vaccinations and on heartworm preventative. Oh, and he loves people!

Captain ADOPTED!

UPDATE JUNE 15, 2010: The Captain’s adoption was finalized on Saturday, June 12th. He is now living with Ben and Jill and their other rescue Chihuahuas. Ben makes artificial limbs for people with disabilities like The Captain’s. We are happy to hear that Ben plans to take The Captain to work and introduce him to some of his young patients.

Captain’s fan club has made it possible to buy his wheels for long walks and a prostheses for his left leg for indoor use. There are funds left over that will be used to fix the two broken legs on another little fellow called Baxter. Thank you to everyone who helped this special little fellow.

Captain was a rescue transfer to Enchantment Chihuahua Rescue from an overcrowded shelter in southern New Mexico. We took several dogs at high risk for euthanasia that day. Most only need basic medical care and a little more time in a foster home and they will be ready for new families. Captain needs more than just a little time.

Born with deformed front legs; the right is a tiny stub clamped close to his body, the left is a bit longer and has a partial paw with pads. Since he was born with his disability, he has learned how to get around pretty well. He can jump up on the couch, balances on his haunches and sometimes walks on his hind legs. Captain can scoot around quickly for short sprints; however, long walks are out of the question. Since he is a young dog we would like to give him the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.

There are several companies that make apparatus with wheels for dogs with similar birth defects and injuries. Since he is an adult he is a candidate for custom wheels that can expand his horizon. The cost will be about $600.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Skippy Lou 

Birthday approx June 8, 2000.

Perfect in every way, except . . . Little Skippy Lou was originally found as a stray and was adopted from the City of Albuquerque shelter, but returned. She had a seizure and the adoptive family decided not to keep her.

We have had several dogs over the years that have seizures and do very well on medication. In Skippy Lou’s case that’s one-half of a small inexpensive pill easily slipped into her food twice a day. She has years of love and companionship to offer someone who recognizes that close to perfect is good enough for them.

You need to meet this precious little charmer. She is about eight years old, about six pounds and two or three times beyond cute. She loves to go for walks and when it is time to eat she doesn’t bark but is pretty vocal about letting you know she is ready. 

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Angie 

Birthday October 20, 2006

This young adult 10 pound Chihuahua mix is a sturdy girl who is playful, affectionate, and very intelligent.  She was found as a stray but is in excellent shape, with a deep, silky, chocolate brown coat and white markings.

She is quite the food hound and craves attention as well.  Angie gets along well with other dogs and with cats. But, she really enjoys the company of people, is great conversationalist and learns commands quickly. Already housetrained, she will be a welcome addition to any family.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Champ 

Estimated Birthday May 1996

He walks with his head up, tail up, and ears up. Every step of his trim figure is almost a pose. He looks exactly what his name describes - a champ.

One of two dogs released to us by an owner with a terminal illness who wanted to be sure they were taken care of sooner than later, Champ has settled nicely into his multi-dog foster home. He gets along well with the other dogs and doesn’t chase the cats. Sort of a Jack LaLanne of dogdom, he’ll jump onto the recliner and climb up the back to get his foster dad to pick him up if he’s standing nearby. His favorite locations are a lap or curled up among the bed pillows.

Time has dimmed his eyesight a bit and the vet took most of his teeth at his last dental, but if you didn’t know his age, you would surely guess wrong. He’s not on any meds and has no other health issues.

He likes the fare that’s cooked up for the whole crew but also thrives on regular ”dog” food. For some reason he feels it’s his duty to do most of the barking during the excitement at feeding time.

Well, he does get a bit grumpy if you want to move him from a spot he’s settled into, but all is soon forgiven. Champ weighs something over seven pounds. At night he sleeps under the covers curled up next to his foster dad’s side.

What a guy!

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Elvira's Puppies 

Birthday May 11, 2009

Named after the Oak Ridge Boys - William Lee, Duane, Richard  and Joe,  two of them were a bit braver than their brothers when we did their photos, but it will be hard to tell them apart now that they have been living in a real home and getting love and attention. Well, except little Willy - the chocolate tri colored pup.

No one knows who their daddy was so we don’t have a clue what all is in the mix or what size they will bee when they grow up. The boys will start going to adoption clinics after their puppy shots so you will be able to watch them as they grow. If you would like to be put on the waiting list send in an application, which is available on our website, and we can start the process to place them in foster-to-adopt homes when they are old enough - about mid August. 

Vanessa's Puppies 

Birthday June 22. 2009

Vanessa is an eleven pound pale fawn colored Chihuahua mix. At eight weeks these little cuties weigh eight and a half pounds and still have some growing to do! It is anyone’s guess who daddy might be, but there may be some Cocker Spaniel; evidence the curly hair on some of their ears. Probably a terrier type is mixed in, as well. In any case, they will be small dogs when full grown.

Typical puppies, these little ones are full of vim and vigor and lots of puppy breath. There are two girls and two boys: Vienna, Vixen, Vladimir and Vulcan

ALL ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Raven and Puppies 

Estimated Birthday February 18, 2008

Raven was just a puppy herself when she gave birth to five little ones and then ended up in the shelter in Artesia where they ran out of time to be adopted. She is a sweet little gal that will blossom into a great little friend for a family with school aged children.

The puppies were born about May 14, 2009, give or take a day or two. We think the daddy may have been a Dachshund cross. They are all black with some white toes. They have longer drop ears and just a touch of wirey coat. It will be fun to see how they and their coats grow!

We have named them: Rascal (little boy), Roberta, Rhonda, Rachael and Roxanne.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

El Niño 

Birthday June 20, 2009

El Nino’s mom, Mija, was just a pup herself when she had El Nino and his sister, La Nina. It is any ones guess who daddy is, but we think perhaps Australian Shepherd mix or even Cocker Spaniel, though everyone says they look like a miniature Golden Retrievers!

El Nino does have some Retriever tendencies: he is super friendly, loves people and loves to carry things. In fact, he patrols the house several times a day to pickup and carry all of the dog toys that have been strewn around and puts them back in the box. El Nino is a big dog in a small dog package.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Salt and Pepper 

Birthday January 20, 2008

Salt and Pepper are litter mates, born on January 20, 2008. They were surrendered by their owner because she decided she did not have the time to give them that they deserve after her change is circumstances...

They are sweet boys; weighing about twelve pounds each. They keep each other company so would be a great pair to go to a home with someone who does not already have dogs. Their foster family says they are active and get the other foster dogs to play, as well. At the end of the day they like to share the couch and soak up all the love they can get. 

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Vaquero 

Estimated Birthday June 29, 2007

Vaquero was picked up as a stray on the Isleta Pueblo and brought into the Valencia County shelter. The Valencia County shelter contracts with the municipalities of Bosque Farms, Peralta, Los Lunas, Belen and Isleta to impound their stray dogs and cats because those areas to not have a shelter facility.

Over 6,000 animals have been sheltered at the Valencia County shelter over the past year. 60% of them are euthanized because of the lack of space or the animals are sick. Vaquero was almost one of them.

He was held for the three business day holding period but broke with kennel cough; similar to a cold in children in daycare. However, since it is highly contagious to other dogs it has been deemed a reason to euthanize otherwise healthy dogs. If allowed to stay at the shelter he could cause other dogs to become ill and none of the would be adopted. Rescue is the only option.

It took three weeks for him to recover from the virus. Since then he has been with our other foster dogs and is an all-around little Mexican cowboy. If you are looking for an active, tough little fellow, Vaquero would love to become a part of your posse.

ALL ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Camilla’s Puppies 

Estimated Birthday September 15, 2009

If Camilla is possibly a Chihuahua mixed with Beagle what are these little kids?! One little boy has a wire coat, one little boy is smooth coat and the little girl could fly with her huge ears!

What ever mix of breeds they are, they are beyond cute!

We are accepting application for: Chimo, Caprice and Carlito.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Josh and Jason 

Birthday November 2, 2009

Jason and Josh were delivered by caesarean section because their mother, Missy, was hit by a car and had a broken pelvis. She also had a ruptured diaphragm so could not deliver them by herself. Fortunately she was full term when she was injured so the puppies were fully developed.

The owners said that the dad is a small Chihuahua and they had a couple of litters from them before. It appears that they were not completely truthful or Missy met another Romeo . . . 

At eight weeks they weighed five and five and a half pounds each. We anticipate they will be around twelve pounds as adults. There is a hint of Pug in their faces and they have stocky bodies, but what the whole mix is will never be known. The boys are VERY social and love to play with the other rescue dogs and adore people. They should grow up to be great family dogs, able to keep up on long walks, rough and tumble with school age children and still fit comfortably on the couch and snuggle with their family .

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Journey 

Estimated Age: Fifteen plus

The call came from a local shelter that they had a tiny male Chihuahua, about ten years old, with a badly infected cut over his eye and asking if we would take him. A volunteer picked up a curled up bundle of misery and rushed him to our vet. He wasn’t tiny by our standards. The “infected cut” turned out to be a ruptured eye. They hadn’t mentioned every tooth in his head was about as rotten as it could be. The vet estimated his age as fifteen instead of ten. When we got him uncurled in the exam room we found out, as one of our rescuers had suspicions, that he’s a...uh...well...can you say miniature pinscher? Blood work results were all over the place, mostly too high or too low for whatever was being measured. He was a real mess. What the heck. He was our guy now and after a conference with the vet, we decided he could be saved. Out came the ruptured eye. Out came the rotten teeth. In went a lot of antibiotics and an IV drip. After a couple of days recuperation at the clinic, the vet declared “he’s tough as nails”.

Now Journey’s well on the road to recovery. He’ll always be on a kidney friendly diet and need salve for his chronic dry eye, but between naps and eating, this quick stepping little old man is relearning how to really enjoy a dog’s life. He has to compete with several other dogs in his foster home for attention and really needs to be an ”only” with mature adults who can provide all the love he can soak up. After who knows how many years of neglect, he’s earned it.

ADOPTED! 04/24/2010

Brett 

Birthday approx September 7, 2006.

His elderly owner brought Brett to the Valencia County Animal Shelter because he had to go to the hospital and had no one to care for his dog. Having already survived Parvo as a puppy, this was the second devastating challenge in his life. After three days and no one interested in adopting him, Brett was close to losing his life again.

This marvelous little dog is full of energy and a lust for life. His eyes hold the worry of life at its worst, but his tail and enthusiasm show his will to survive. If you are looking for an athletic companion who can lift your spirits and test your metal please consider our “give it your all” Brett.

ADOPTED! 03/27/2010

Mary Poppins 

Birthday approximately January 20, 2008

Found running as a stray in Valencia County, little Mary Poppins time was up at the shelter. She had a lump on her neck and was holding up her left hind leg so perhaps anyone who would have adopted her otherwise didn’t want to risk medical expenses to make her sound and healthy.

We had the lump removed and had her torn cruciate ligament repaired. Her medical expenses came to just under $1,000. It was well worth it! Mary Poppins is a delightful and very active little girl. Most likely a Chihuahua x Pomeranian she weighs just under six pounds and loves everyone.

We think she needs to go to a home with active adults without young children or larger hyperactive pets. It is unusual for dogs her size to sustain such an injury so it may have been from some kind of accident. However, we would rather not put her in a home that she would be at risk for re-injuring her knee. 

ALL ADOPTED! 03/27/2010

Dolly Parton's Puppies  

Birthday May11, 2009

Emmy Lou (ADOPTED! 11/14/2009), Johnny Cash, and Tammy Wynette are just too cute! Dolly Parton’s puppies are very social and working on their housetraining. We don’t know if their ears will stand as they get older or will stay tipped over.

Little Emmy Lou (on the left) will be adopted by her foster mom - no surprise there! Johnny and Tammy will be available for foster-to-adopt after their third puppy shot in mid August. We are taking applications in the meantime.

Burton ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

and Bubbles ADOPTED! 03/27/2010

Estimated Birthday: June 24, 2004 Litter mates

Adopted from a shelter in California several years ago, Bubbles and Burton moved to New Mexico with their family. Unfortunately they were not part of the long term family plan. Their owner got pregnant and decided that they would be a health issue for her new born child. We agree that Chihuahuas are not a wise choice for families with very young children, so we accepted these two little sweethearts to help them find a real forever home.

They are little love bugs with their foster mom; always looking for a hug and kisses. Burton is a real gentleman, but Bubbles can be a little pushy to be the only one in her lap. We would prefer to keep these two together as they enjoy each others company so much. Mutual grooming and keeping themselves entertained with toys and romps in the yard make them easy to care for.

They weigh about five pounds each. The previous owner cannot find the adoption papers so we are estimating their age to be about five years old. They are house trained during the day, but will use piddle pads if they are left for an extended period of time. What a perfect pair for an adult home!

ADOPTED! 03/27/2010

Honeysuckle 

Estimated Birthday August 2, 2009

“What a sweetheart, isn’t she a honey, baby girl”! And that is how she got the name Honeysuckle. She is one of a dozen Chihuahuas that came to us from a hoarders home (with over 200 dogs) in northern New Mexico. Fortunately, the small dogs were kept inside and were all social.

The owner became ill and the family decided it was time to step in and move the animals out. A sad end for the owner who loved her pets, but could not care for them properly.

This little gal has a chance at a new life in a home that can spoil her as much as she deserves.

ADOPTED! 03/27/2010

J Babies

Estimated Birthday September 22, 2009

The “J” babies are; Jeremiah, Johanna , Jonathon and Jeremiah. These four lovely little Chihuahuas, two boys and two girls, were released to rescue by their owner. One of the little girls has been spoken for, the others will be ready for foster to adopt homes after Christmas. 

ADOPTED!

Camilla

Estimated Birthday May 24, 2007

One of a dozen dogs that come to us from a hoarders home on a Pueblo in northern New Mexico, Camilla is part Chihuahua and lots of something else. Perhaps a bit of Beagle?

The small dogs were all living in the home; the rest of the 200 plus dogs lived outside. Fortunately the little ones are social and were much loved, just too many for her to care for properly once she fell ill.

Camilla came with her three puppies: Caprice, Carlito and Chimo, who will all be ready for adoption applications after Christmas.

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Penny Lane

Estimated Birthday November 2, 2007

The shelter that picked her up as a stray thought that Penny Lane was pregnant, but it seems she had recently had puppies instead!

About two years old and weighing eight pounds, this precious little girl is just as sweet as she can be.

No health issues, no temperament issues, no reason she should have been lost and homeless! All she needs now is a home with a new family who is looking for a lovely little girl to spoil with lot of hugs and kisses.

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Dexter

Birthday approx March 3, 2005.

While working in her mothers yard in Peralta, a woman and her friend found a Chihuahua hiding in the brush by the ditch bank. They took him door-to-door but no one recognized him. They called the shelter to report him found, but they had not received a report of a dog of his description. They took him home to their apartment in Albuquerque and waited to see if his owners would call. After a few days they decided to ask if we could take him in because they couldn’t keep a dog there and were going on vacation soon.

We posted him with the shelters, in the paper and the local Village office - to no avail. So, little Dexter is looking for a new home. About three years old and just six pounds, this meek little boy is just dying to find a sensitive someone who will let him snuggle and kiss away their tears and celebrate their cheers.

ADOPTION IN PROCESS

Mimi

Estimated Birthday February 2, 2004

Mimi’s owner had to go into a nursing home and her family had to release her five dogs into rescue. Mimi is one of those dogs. Loved and cared for her whole life, Mimi isn’t one of the so many neglected or abused dogs we have taken in for care. Mimi is house trained, sweet and beautiful. About five years old and weighs about six pounds. She has a lovely black and tan smooth coat and light frosting on her face. Pretty darn close to a perfect little Chihuahua girl. A lucky someone will feel like they won the lottery when they adopt this sweetie.

ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Violet II

Birthday October 31, 2008.

Violet II is one of six puppies born on Halloween to the lovely black and white Chihuahua x Terrier “Sunflower”. All of her puppies are very social and uncommonly quiet. They have been raised in a home with a lot of attention and already know how to use the doggie door. However, a new home will have to work on retraining to a new environment.

Sunflower is about 13 pounds and the suspected daddy is a medium sized Poodle.

Violet has a short, wire coat of a soft fawn and black mask.

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Tiny Tim

Birthday Estimated December 24, 2007

This little boy was found lying on the side of the road early on Christmas Eve morning. The woman who found him knew about our rescue and called us immediately to see if we could help him.

Fortunately, his injuries were not life threatening - a broken pelvis and bruising. He was given cage rest for two months and mended without surgery. Now Timmy is running and playing like a young pup.

Tiny Tim weighs a little over six pounds and is about a year and a half old. He is a sweet boy with a loving personality. He is great with the other foster dogs and loves his foster mom and dad. We are so glad he was found before he was hit by another car and we would not have been able to save him.

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Tonto

Estimated Birthday April 30, 1999

Tonto is lucky to be alive. Someone found him on a ditch bank in Valencia County. He was lethargic and had asphalt and dirt caked on one side. Covered in ticks and just skin and bones the staff put him in a kennel with food and water in the euthanasia room expecting to have to put him down.

After pulling off dozens of ticks and giving him a bath he perked up and they decided to give him a chance to recover. They held him for the owner reclaim period but the owners didn’t come looking for him. He was moved into the adoption kennels and waited there for almost a week. No one took him home. When we did our weekly walk through we decided that he needed to come into our rescue.

Only six pounds and about ten years old his life of neglect had taken it’s toll on his teeth. After a dental he only has a few left. He was very shy at first but is building confidence. Instead of hiding around the corner he comes running in for dinner with the rest of the pack. Though he still crouches down to be picked up, but isn’t cowering under the table. Tonto is becoming a brave little boy!

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Joy

Estimated Birthday June 19, 2007

Can you read the look - “I double dog dare ya” in her eyes?! A tiny three and a half pound little two year old girl, Joy came from the shelter in Carlsbad. She will need a home where the family has the patience to deal with a prima donna. Definitely not the right choice for a family with young children or has a  high level of activity. We are looking for someone who has been owned by a bossy but loving to it’s person Chihuahua in the past. 

ADOPTED! 02-13-2010

Alvin

Estimated Birthday August 2, 2007

Just skin and bones when he came to us as a stray from a shelter in southern New Mexico, precious Alvin has gained weight and is ready for a new home. He is about two and a half years old and should weigh about seven pounds when he fills out.

There is a lot of confusion over terms used to describe Chihuahuas; cobby, apple head, deer type, toy, teacup and more. There is only one breed standard with two coats - smooth or long. However, unregulated breeding has produced a wide range of small dogs - both registered and unregistered.

Alvin could be described as a deer style with an apple head; meaning he has long legs, thin body and a domed head with large ears and eyes. His best attribute is his loving personality. Alvin is a real cuddle bug that loves to snuggle with people and would prefer to sleep under the covers with his person.

ADOPTED! 01-13-2010 

Cody II

Birthday approx January 14, 2002.

Just out of space and out of time, Cody was out of luck at the Clovis shelter. He caught a ride to Albuquerque where he was transferred to our rescue. It seemed like he might have an injury of sort, but nothing showed up in his blood profile or exam. We decided to just wait and see.

It took a couple of weeks, but he started to perk up and act like a hppy dog. Perhaps there was some horrible accident that left him on the streets. Perhaps he lost a family that he loved. We don’t know what caused him to be so depressed.

Cody is a very sturdy fellow with a serious take on life. We think he will make a great companion for a home that wants a quiet friend. Cody enjoys the company of other dogs, a soft bed and gentle hugs. 

UPDATE: Cody loves to be held and cradled like a baby in his foster mom’s arms. He loves tummy rubs and giving kisses in her ear. Though he is a bit stand offish with strangers, his foster mom - a dog trainer - is working with him to be gracious with visitors. Cody is going to make a great companion for someone looking for an old soul to stroll through life with for the next decade or so.

ADOPTED! 01-13-2010

Frangelica

Birthday January 21, 2004

“Rub my tummy, pretty please”, says Frangelica. She loves attention but is not demanding. Hard to guess how many puppies she produced in her younger years, but they took their toll on her body. Found as a stray in Artesia, we don’t know her real age, but think she is about five years old. She had a dental and lost a lot of teeth because her mouth was so bad.

If you are looking for a loving little dog to fill an empty space in your home you need to meet this sweet girl. 

ADOPTED! 12/12/2009

Dara

Birthday approx May 5, 2005.

This beautiful little girl was mauled by a neighbors dog as she followed her young owners down the street in their neighborhood. She had two sets of puncture wounds from all four canines of the big dog that attacked her. Punctures and tears from shoulder to shoulder and flank to flank. She was seconds away from death when the dog let her go.

The family contacted the emergency vet and found that they could not afford to have her injuries treated. The were referred to us and asked if we would take her into our rescue and save her life. Our darling Dara was the second dog that week that we took in because of injuries by big dogs. She was luckier than Hawthorn who will probably have long term lameness from his attack.

Dara is doing very well, but will have scares from her encounter. However, it has not changed her lovely personality and love for people. She does not seem to have an issue with any of the small dogs in her foster home, but we will have to see how she feels about big dogs. . . Dara weighs about seven pounds.

ADOPTED! 12/12/2009

Tess

Estimated Birthday October 31, 2005

Found as a stray in Valencia County and taken to the shelter, this long haired black beauty is an active, happy and playful girl that loves to cuddle and snuggle. Tess enjoys wrestling with her foster siblings, which includes other Chihuahua mixed dogs, huskies and cats. She is very agile and authentic, with a 2 to 3 foot vertical jump, so could be a great agility prospect.

At about 10 pounds she is a great size for an indoor dog, but big enough and young enough to go for long walks or play fetch with the family. Tess is obedient, with good house manners, although can be very vocal when exited.

Most likely a Pomeranian we think there may be a hint of Chihuahua in her background, too. Her long coat will require consistent grooming to keep her looking so lovely.

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Vinnie

Birthday approx January 17, 2006.

We were concerned that Vinnie was going to be a tough guy because he has huge scars from an attack by a neighbor dog. They say a Pit Bull mangled him through the fence. The owner didn’t have him treated for his injuries, but they have healed well - we just will have to wait and see if the hair grows back.

In the meantime, the owner released Vinnie and Tia, along with a ShihTzu to the shelter. We think Vinnie or the ShihTzu are the father of her puppies (to be born the end of May). Our guess is that Vinnie was being macho and protecting his girl friend. But, he is terrific with people and immediately got along with all of the foster dogs - mostly males.

Vinnie weighs just over eight pounds, has been vaccinated, neutered, micro chipped and a dental. He is a grand little dog with a tremendous presence. No purse or cutesy bling for him!

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Trucker II

Birthday approx November 11, 2007.

Picked up as a stray in Los Lunas, this sweet boy was adopted after the three day holding period. His new family took him home to several young children. The older kids did well with him, but the youngest thought he made a great speed bump for this Tonka toys. When he objected the new family brought him back to the shelter. That made him an owner release and he was scheduled to be euthanized the next day. Thank goodness we were there to take him into rescue. He deserves a chance for a good home.

We named him Trucker and think he is a wonderful dog. The other dogs bully him a bit because he is so submissive. That reinforces our policy of not adopting our dogs to homes with children under school age. Kids can be too rough with sensitive dogs and the dog takes the rap. Good boy Trucker!

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

McDreamy

Estimated Birthday April 10, 2008

Who could resist the bedroom eyes of our little McDreamy?! Black with “frosting” and tiny tuxedo markigs, this handsome little man is about one year old and weighs just under six pounds. He and his buddy, James Dean were picked up as strays in Artesia. The two of them are happy to have a second chance at a good life in northern New Mexico with a foster family that allows them to be a bit rowdy at play time.

McDreamy is friendly with everyone on a social basis, but is looking for a lasting relationship with that special someone who can appreciate his desire for a long term commitment. He is ready to give up the single life and settle down with a family, preferably without young children. This little fellow is a real gem.

ADOPTION FEE $250

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

James Dean

Estimated Birthday May 10, 2008

Just over a year old, James Dean is a free spirit like his name sake. He takes a few minutes to size up strangers but is happy to share his take on the world when he gets to know them. But his passion is to ride on the wild side - ready to rumble with his good buddy McDreamy, preferably on the couch with his couch potato foster family.

JD was picked up as a stray in Artesia and hitched a ride to Albuquerque with a rescue transport, where he has decided he wants to stay. A light weight at 6.5 pounds, JD will make a great companion for a home with older children and another active and friendly smaller dog.

ADOPTION FEE $250

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Conrad

Estimated Birthday February 2, 2008

This sweet little guy was adopted at the City of Albuquerque Animal Care Center, but when they pre-processed him for his neuter he tested positive for heartworm and the adopted opted not to take him. The shelter asked if we could take him into rescue, treat his heartworm and find him a good home.

Because he is young and doesn’t show symptoms of the disease Conrad should recover quickly when the worms have died off through treatment. He will be available for adoption after we have him neutered in August.

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Theresa

Estimated Birthday January 19, 2009

The shelter called us to say a woman brought in a very sick little Chihuahua; she had diarrhea, not eating, and lethargic. Fortunately our veterinarian was able to take her in immediately, start fluids and begin testing. We assumed she had parvo, but she tested negative.

We had recently had several dogs from the southern part of the state test positive for erhlichia - a bacterial infection carried by ticks. We started her on antibiotics in an effort to head off whatever was killing her. Then we ran a IDEXX 3DX test which showed positive for erhlichia. Thank goodness we were able to get her in right away and begin treating her. I have never seen gums so white on a live dog. After three days of IV fluids, medication and a nice warm incubator little Tessie was able to come home.

A precious and delicate little princess weighing 3 ½ pounds at five months, Theresa will do best in a home with a doting mom who will keep her bundled in blankies, sweaters, and draped in jewels.

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Texas Two Step

Estimated Birthday July 7, 2007

Texas Two Step is a sweet two year old southwestern kinda guy with a bit of a cowboy’s swagger. He was picked up as a stray in Roswell and made his way to our rescue to find a new home on the range. He is a very smart fellow that enjoys socializing and going for a ride.

He has been well mannered in his foster home - no marking or spitting. If you are looking for a small companion (ten pound size) that is patient and able to think for himself (not a silly little trinket) Tex could be your boy.

This handsome fellow will be a great companion for a family with other small dogs that like to play a bit rough, but are not dominant since he considers himself the herd boss.

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Chelsea II

Estimated Birthday: December 9. 2008

The unusual wolf color and texture of Chelsea’s coat makes her look like a wild dog in miniature. And she is a wild child! Very active and playful. She loves to run with the other foster dogs and play with toys.

Chelsea is a lovely little girl, weighing just under eight pounds. She is probably a Chihuahua x Pomeranian mix. She is looking for a home with a yard and hopefully another dog to play with when the family is not there. Someone who likes to take walks would be great!

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Mija

Estimated Birthday August 8, 2008

We picked up precious little Mija from a shelter in Carlsbad; two days later she delivered two puppies. Mija was only about a year old when she had her babies, so is really just a puppy herself. She didn’t know how to care for them properly, or perhaps knew that they were not healthy puppies. Both El Nino and La Nina are deaf. La Nina was born with a deformed right eye and her tail was amputated because it was deformed, as well.

With her puppies weaned and playing happily together, Mija has been enjoying a care free life with her foster brothers and sisters. Full of energy and has a life is good attitude. It doesn’t seem that she was abused in her previous home - just neglected.

Mija weighs about eight pounds and has the happiest smile all the time. She has huge upright ears that flag over at the tips. She is a delightful little dog without a care in the world.

ADOPTED! 11/14/2009

Magnolia

Birthday October 31, 2008

My mommy is Sunflower, a black Chihuahua mix and daddy is an apricot Poodle. I and my sisters were all adopted into homes months ago. But my new mommy got sick and can’t keep me because I am still a puppy and she needs her rest.

I love to cuddle and get a bit jealous if another baby is looking for cuddles, too. I know it makes me look nasty when I growl at them but I really just want the biggest share - I wouldn’t hurt them!

If everyone just understood that I am a princess and will grow up to be a regal queen in a home that can set and stick with the rules; well I promise to bring happiness to their kingdom!  

ADOPTION FEE $300

ADOPTED! 10/24/2009

Kiwi

Birthday February 21, 2007

A tiny little boy found as a stray in Artesia, Kiwi is a bit shy with strangers. Hardly bigger than a kiwi, this tiny boy is craving affection. Just over four pounds he could fit in a pocket, inside a jacket and certainly inside a big heart.

Just imagine him snuggling under the covers with his new best friend, YOU!

ADOPTION FEE $250

ADOPTED! 10/24/2009

Margarita

Estimated Birthday April 10, 2008

At first glance you might mistake this pretty little girl for a fox because of her bright red coat, long legs, and refined muzzle. But our tiny Margarita is most likely a Chihuahua and Pomeranian mix. This beautiful little girl came in as a stray with four newborn puppies from a shelter in southern New Mexico.

She has a heart murmur and is being treated for Ehrlichiosis, a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks. Margarita will be ready for adoption in mid June, when her puppies have been weaned and we retest to see that she is clear of Ehrlichia.

UPDATE: The heart arrhythmia was apparently due to the bacterial infection Ehrlichia. Since her treatment her heart is back to a normal rhythm. This little 15 pound darling is ready to go into a new home. Margarita is full of energy and would love to find a family with preteen kids and another dog or two to play with.

In the meantime, if you would like to make a donation to help cover her treatment and assist in the spay and neuter of her puppies please send your donation to: 

Quixote Humane

P.O. Box 1285

Peralta, New Mexico 87042

use the PayPal link below. 

Jewel

Estimated Birthday may 3, 2007

We could not have picked a better name for the lovely little long haired Chihuahua we call Jewel. This amazing little dog delivered SEVEN puppies the night before we took her in from a shelter in Southern New Mexico -  and all are doing well.

Another momma, Dolly Parton, came with her and delivered four puppies two weeks later. One of her puppies was still born. The other three nursed for a week but momma was looking so poor we took her back to the vet and ran blood tests. We learned that she has erhliciosis, a bacterial infection of the blood carried by ticks. The vet said she would not survive without treatment, but the medication would be harmful to the puppies. We asked Jewel what she thought and she said yes, she could nurse them, too. 

We are bottle feeding in between and the bigger puppies are starting to eat baby food and are round and happy pups.

This gorgeous little girl weighs about seven pounds and has a sweet but very sensitive temperament. Sh needs a home that is as quiet and nurturing as she is.

Jewel's Puppies

Birthday May 2, 2009

They don’t come much cuter than this! All seven of Jewel’s babies are just adorable and super sweet. Each is cuter than the next and then you start over again saying the first is the cutest of them all, but then  . . .

We named Jewel’s puppies; Onyx (the only boy), Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Garnet, Opal, and Amethyst (Amy).

When they are three months old they will be available for foster-to-adopt homes. Adoptions will be finalized after they are spay or neutered and microchipped at five to six months old.

We are accepting application now.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Mae

Estimated Birthday February 3, 1996

One of five dogs left behind when her 82 year owner was placed in a nursing home, Mae has been a bit confused about why her life has taken this odd turn. Our volunteer, Jim and his mom, are giving her a stable life in their foster home with several other elderly Chihuahuas. Mae has a heart condition, and in her advanced age, we doubt there will be anyone who will want to take her in for the last years of her life.

However, if you are one of those special people who want to give some one-on-one loving to a lovely old lady, please submit an application. She enjoys spending time outside when it is warm and burrows under the pillowcase and sleeps on the pillow with a light covering when it is chilly.

Mae has been vaccinated and microchipped. We believe she was spayed earlier in her life. All she needs now is someone to cuddle with and tell her how beautiful she is in her old age. Can you just imagine how cute she was as a pup!? She is lovely in her old age.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Betty Grable

Birthday approximate January 13, 2009

Lovely little “BG” is a solid white Miniature Australian Shepherd mix with one marble blue eye and one brown eye. She’s a fluffy ball of puppy energy at just over four pounds at about four months of age. She loves to play ”puppy stuff” with toys, other dogs and people.

Unfortunately she was born deaf, likely from a breeding of a merle to merle colored parents. Her owner didn’t want to deal with Betty Grable’s hearing problem so surrendered her to a humane organization in Artesia. She is lucky in that many breeders “cull” puppies with health issues that make them hard to sell.

The hearing impairment may present some initial difficulties with potty training, but this little dear has many years of happiness and joy to give to the right home. We have had an offer by a trainer experienced with deaf dogs to get her started on the right track. After basic training and spaying, vaccinations and microchip we will place her in a home that will continue to bring out the best in this bright little girl.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Paul Newman

Estimated Birthday May 5, 2007

We named him Paul Newman because of his “to die for eyes”. And he plays the part of Cool Hand Luke very well. In fact, we think he could be cast as the star in a Chihuahua movie. Unbelievable that he was picked up as a stray in Carlsbad and no one claimed him!

Paul Newman would prefer a home with only one or two other pets and middle school aged, or older, children. He is mellow and gets along well with other dogs his size. His current foster home has cats and an array of other pets, so we will know more about his preferences when he gets settled in there. This amazingly handsome boy weighs five pounds.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Peggy Sue

Estimated Birthday March 5, 2009

She is “sweet as pie” as daddy used to say. This darling little girl is beyond cute. But then I am partial to scruffy faced little dogs. The best part is that she is as loving as she looks.

As wonderful as she is it is baffling how she could have been picked up as a stray in southern New Mexico. No matter what her past was we are going to make sure her future is sunny and bright. If you think you can offer that promise to our little Peggy Sue, please submit an application. Since she is so small we will be looking for a home with school aged children and well mannered companion pets.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Black Velvet

Estimated Birthday January 5, 2008

If you don’t like wiggly, squiggly, kissy dogs, Black Velvet probably isn’t the right match for you. However, she is still a puppy so she will probably settle down a bit when she gets older. The fact remains, she loves to be loved.

Velvet was found as a stray in Valencia County. In fact she was found under the bed one morning in a home where owners had left the door cracked open on a warm evening. They put her out to find her way back home, but she ran to a neighbor when she drove up from running errands. After contacting other neighbors, reporting to the shelter, and placing ads it was determined she was not going to be reclaimed. After two weeks the finder released her to our rescue to be placed in a loving home.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Lollipop

Birthday approx June 25, 2007

The owner of this little dog handed her over in the parking lot. He was on the way to turn her in at the shelter, but one of our volunteers was there and said we would take her in. She was tiny and sweet and very sick. Her tests were negative for Parvo, Giardia and worms, but she was dehydrated and needed veterinary attention. After a few days of fluids and lots of loving care, Lollipop bounced back and hasn’t looked back!

This little baby doll will make someone so happy to have her in their home. However, if it is you be prepared to be wrapped around a little paw. She is a bit of a Diva. 

UPDATE: Lollipop was adopted but returned to our rescue because her adopters boy friend and the little Diva did not get along.

ADOPTED! 09/26/2009

Thumbelina

Estimated Birthday June 6, 2006

Thumbelina needs a home with someone who understands that they are the boss and can teach this little gal that she is NOT the queen of the palace. If you have had pushy little dogs in the past and can help her learn how to behave you will find a gem in the rough.

About five pounds of black and tan personality, she needs to find a home that will gently lay down the law. In no time at all she will turn into a snuggle bug with her perfect person. All she needs is love and a confident, experienced owner. 

Sonny

Estimated Birthday February 6, 2000

Sonny is about six years old. He came into the shelter with Cher and they were loving companions. He is just a bit shy at first but will make a great companion for an adult (no young children) family. What a wonderful opportunity to fill an empty nest with lots of love!

ADOPTED! 09/26/2009

Applebee

Birthday approx July 2004.

The family moved out and left this little guy to fend for himself in the back yard. Neighbors were sympathetic and brought him food and water. After several weeks we were able to bring him into rescue. He is still very worried about what life might bring and is working hard at settling in with his foster family. AppleBee is a handsome dark fawn, seven pound boy. He loves to run and play with the other foster Chihuahuas his size. His foster mom is working with him to walk on a leash and use the doggie door - both with much success. He needs a bit more contact with other people to become more confident and comfortable with strangers.

ADOPTED! 09/26/2009

Sassy

Birthday approximately January 5, 2003

The photos of the house this sweet girl came from is enough to turn your stomach. All of the pets were confiscated and the owners found guilty of neglect. Every surface of the entire house was infested with cockroaches and covered in trash. It is hard to imagine the life the people and those poor animals lived.

But now that she is in a clean home and eating good food, Sassy is getting spunky! She walks with a wiggle and a big smile now.

We are not sure of her age, but our vet did a dental in December and thinks she is about six or seven years old. Sassy is most likely a Chihuahua and Dachshund cross. She apparently has had at least one litter of puppies - probably more. It is time for this sweetie to find a forever home so she can live the good life.

ADOPTED! 09/12/2009

Hans Solo

Birthday approx June 28, 2005.

This incredibly handsome boy came from the Artesia shelter. The staff found him tied to the shelter gate with a rope. No note to say why; was he a stray or discarded by his owner? He was very thin and dirty.

We think he may have been kept in a small space for a long period of his life, as he circles a lot. He is unassuming and very easy to get along with, but not clingy. Perhaps he was used for breeding and has not learned how to develop a loving relationship with people yet.

It will take a while for him to build a bond, but we believe it is possible for him to become a loving and trusted companion for someone who is willing to make the effort. Hans Solo is about three years old and currently weighs  five and a half pounds, though he needs to gain about half a pound more to fill out well.

ADOPTED! 08/22/2009

Spike

Estimated Birthday August 20 , 2006

Spike was released to our rescue by the City of Albuquerque shelter because his owner said he was being dominant. The shelter does not place dogs into families if they are concerned about their temperament.

Fortunately we have some foster homes that understand how to help insecure dogs build confidence and learn to live happily in a loving home. In his foster home he has been rewarded for good behavior and discouraged for unacceptable behaviors.

His foster mom says; “He has a new girlfriend (Isabella) and it’s softened him even more! He has turned into the best little man who loves to please, chase and be chased around and around the house. I can’t wait for him to find a forever home and he deserves the best. I think a home with teenagers or older children who know doggy boundaries and are full of energy will have the best little brother companion in Spike. At the same time, a tough biker dude would match also (he looks absolutely fantastic in leather and spikes) and loves to be on the road (he can almost put his halter on himself)! I should mention, that he does talk (we are working on his potty mouth) and we have actually contemplated sending a video of him sassing back to me to AFV because it is absolutely hilarious! He is truly a wonderful little man with a heart bigger than seems possible in his stocky 7 lb. Body.”

If you enjoy a dog that can think for himself yet listen to your opinion and obey, Spike could be the perfect little buddy for you.

ADOPTED! 08/22/2009

Adirondack

Estimated Birthday May 5, 2007

Six pound male. Rescue from Artesia.

Bio to come.

ADOPTED! 08/22/2009

Glacier

Estimated Birthday February 20, 2009.

Picked up as a stray in Artesia.

Bio to come.

ADOPTED! 08/22/2009

Levi

Estimated Birthday March 5, 2009.

Levi is a precious stout hearted little guy! He is super friendly with the other dogs; puppies, adults, and even the shy adult dogs think he is special. He is about four pounds at three months so will probably be around ten pounds when he is fully grown. Happy and brave, Levi should be a good dog for a family with school aged children and an active life style. 

Wouldn’t he be cute in a denim collar! Levi will be available to go to a foster-to-adopt home when he is three months old and current on all of his puppy shots. We will finalize the adoption after he is neutered and microchipped.

Laverne - ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Laverne and Shirley

Estimated Birthday August 3, 2008

Harkening back to their namesake TV series, if we hadn’t picked up this pair of pretty girls on a Sunday, they would have been ”cancelled” on Monday and never seen the light of day on Tuesday. Picked up as strays in Carlsbad, our rescue was this pair’s last hope for a new home.

Laverne (ears up) and Shirley (ears down) are probably Jack Russell Terrier/Chihuahua mix and at under a year old are high energy very active like teenage girls. Laverne currently weighs five and a half pounds and Shirley weighs four and a half. They get along great with other dogs and people and are very affectionate. How cute do two little dogs need to be? Though they are great buddies, they do not have to be adopted together.

ADOPTION FEE $300 each or if adopted together $500

ADOPTED 7/18/2009

Smith and Wesson  

Birthday approx April 15, 2008.

The owner released these two little boys, along with their litter mate Remington, because she is moving to Nevada and couldn’t take them along. She wanted our rescue to find them good (really good) homes.

Their mother is a small Chihuahua x Pug and their dad is an even smaller brindle Chihuahua. Smith is a dark fawn with heavy black sabling and resemble his mother. Wesson is a reverse brindle and looks more like his Chihuahua dad. They weighed just over a pound at eight weeks of age and should end up at about seven or eight pounds full grown. They are happy little boys and should do well in homes with school aged children.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Bonita

Birthday March 31, 2006.

Pretty little Bonita was pregnant and gave birth to five puppies, one of which died at birth. The owners could not afford to keep her so surrendered her to us after they sold the four surviving puppies. She was spayed, vaccinated and micro chipped and is now ready for adoption.

No need to go into detail about her personality, you can see how wonderful she is by the sweet look on her face. She weighs about seven pounds and is three years old. Bonita is pretty much perfect.

ALL ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Momma Cass' Puppies

Birthday December 19, 2008

Momma Cass is their mother, but she isn’t saying who poppa is . . . We will have to wait to see what these little darlings will be. Most likely they will be under fifteen pound and have good solid bones so will not be to fragile. One boy and three girls, all dark brindle tri-colors - or so it seems now. If you would like to submit an application we can start the adoption process.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Sir Lancelot

Birthday Estimated January 9, 1999

He was bought as a purebred Chihuahua, but his body says otherwise. He is a tad chunky and the ears look more like a Pug.  The woman who bought him ten years ago passed away and her granddaughter asked us to take him into our rescue rather than taking him to the pound.

He had been neutered but we have no record of other care so we had him micro chipped, vaccinated and had a dental done right away. Sir Lancelot weighs just under 12 pounds and could use a bit of a diet. They said he will sit-up like a Meerkat and wait for ever for treats. It will be pretty hard to avid his sad, beggars eyes. He has lived with other large and small dogs, cats and children, though it would be best to place him in a home without young children.

ALL ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Marie Antoinette Puppies

Estimated Birthday January 17, 2009

Their mother is Marie Antoinette, an owner release from Las Vegas, New Mexico. She and her four puppies were going to a shelter if not taken in by rescue and the puppies were a bit too young to be exposed to the hectic and scary shelter life and exposure to disease.

Mom is a Chihuahua cross, probably mixed with a terrier breed. The puppies are fluffy and cute as can be. It will be a while before we can give a good guess of their mix and how big they will grow up to be. They are very healthy and happy puppies and in a great foster home that is teaching them how to behave socially with people and other dogs.

They will probably require more grooming than a smooth coated breed, so please keep that in mind if you are interested in adopting one of these sweeties: Andre, Basil, Chloe, and Monique.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Esperanza

Estimated Birthday April 7, 2008.

Probably a Chihuahua, Dachshund and Terrier mix, Esperanza is a delightfully happy little seven pound little girl. Because of her exuberance we feel a family with a youngest child should be at least seven or eight years old.

Esperanza came from a shelter in southern New Mexico without any details about her past. We assume she was picked up as a stray and was not adopted before her time was up. Lucky for someone that she made it to our rescue where she will be cared for until the right home comes along. She has all the ingredients to make a great companion - all you need to add is love.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

James Bond

Estimated Birthday May 11, 2008

Sometimes things just happen in rescue. James Bond is one of those unexpected events. On mother’s Day our volunteer Margaret was meeting a transport to pick up a pregnant mama dog and help transport several others to two other rescue groups. Unfortunately the rescue who was to take this little guy didn’t show up and did not follow-up to take him; so we did. It is quite a stretch to include him in our program because most people who come to look at our web site and meet us at adoption clinics are looking for Chihuahuas. Or, at least looks mostly like Chihuahuas. On-the-other hand, we placed a Chocolate Lab last week. But that is another story.

James Bond is probably a mix of some kind of terrier, a touch of Dachshund and a hint of Chihuahua. He is a very sweet little guy weighing about eleven pounds. Already close to a year old he should not get much bigger.  

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Mandy II

Estimated Birthday April 10, 2006

Running back and forth through traffic in Los Lunas, this little gal was terrified as cars honked, the police car broadcast telling people to ignore the dog, as she dashed, stopped, and dashed again not knowing where to run to next. Fortunately, one of our volunteers was in the line of cars almost at a stop. She opened her door and offered a whiff of hamburgers she had just picked up for the grand kids in the back seat. Mandy jumped in and settled down for the ride to her new foster home.

Sadly, we don’t know where her puppies are or were. She was still heavy with milk from nursing babies. Perhaps they were weaned and given away by then. Ruth reported finding Mandy to the local animal control office, the Los Lunas Village office, posted her in the news paper and even with Albuquerque shelter and Animal Humane.

Someone is going to be lucky to adopt this lovely little three year old, Chihuahua mix. We are guessing she may be part Pug or Shih Tzu because of her delightful, slight under bite and roundish face, thick white coat with golden patches and heavy bone. She is about 12 pounds and as sweet as she could be now that she is safe and warm.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Symphony

Estimated Birthday March 13, 2008

Not the kind of girl to kiss on the first date, Symphony would prefer a slower introduction to strangers. She is a little timid and submissive at first, but is just dying for a true love to hold and hug her. Released by her owner because the Section 8 housing unit would rather not have dogs there at all, made it difficult for the owner to keep her. She is the second dog we have taken into our program from that housing facility.

Symphony is a long legged and elegant little dog. Weighing just over nine pounds, we think she is a longhair Chihuahua mix. Her sister is with another family in the facility and we are waiting to see if they will need to place her - a smaller, smooth coat Chihuahua - too.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Margarita's Puppies

Birthday April 10, 2009

All four of Margarita’s puppies are girls: Tequila , Sangrita, Agave, and Juanita Cuervo, the only one left. Mom is a long hair Chihuahua cross, but we don’t know who the daddy is. It is likely that they will be near the size of Margarita when they grow up, but there is no way to know until they are much older. In the meantime they are full of energy and lots of puppy breath. 

Amica

Estimated Birthday January 17, 2009

A darling little Chihuahua x Terrier, Amica will become some ones best girlfriend. She is very active and loves to run and play with our other small terrier mix puppies. She currently weighs five and a half pounds but most likely will mature at about eight pounds. She was picked up as a stray in Artesia, no history known, but we do know she had some kind of injury to her left front foot at an early age. It has healed with a lump and slight offset of her foot. It doesn’t seem to bother her, as she can run non-stop with the other kids.

We think she is perfect just the way she is - scruffy face and all.

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Treasure

Estimated Birthday June 2, 2000

In the dark of night this dainty little black girl was scratching at Laura’s door. There is no way to know if she was abandoned or simply lost her way from home. She is a tiny little five pound sweetheart that must have been loved by someone. Unsuccessful in finding her owner; Laura asked us to take her into our rescue organization as she already has her hands full with a couple of dogs and her ill husband to tend.

Treasure is very affectionate, and wants to be with a person all the time. She will be a terrific lapdog for an older family that wants to have a tiny dog to cuddle. 

ADOPTION FEE $150

ADOPTED! 07/25/2009

Dolly Parton and Puppies

Estimated Birthday May 3, 2002

Almost bred to death, poor Dolly Par