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It’s A Pawsitive Life Rescue Animal rescue in Albuquerque, NM

We are a nonprofit aimed at serving the underserved pets of New Mexico. We try to fill the gaps in rural areas and pull from high risk areas.

Contact Allison Sikorski
Email itsapawsitivelife@gmail.com
Phone (505) 570-2063
Website
Address
Albuquerque, NM 87199
Donation PayPal-itsapawsitivelife@gmail.com
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Adoptable pets at It’s A Pawsitive Life Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Delilah's adoption status with email updates.
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Delilah

Labrador Retriever

Female, 5 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Shandi Willow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shandi Willow

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Candy's adoption status with email updates.
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Candy

Labrador Retriever

Female 2 yrs 2 mos
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Fiji's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiji

Husky

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Dobby's adoption status with email updates.
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Dobby

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on George's adoption status with email updates.
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George

Akita

Male, 3 yrs 9 mos
Albuquerque, NM
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Rescue FAQs

All of New Mexico. We will often make an exception for out of state

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

https://tinyurl.com/PLRcats

Cat adoption link

Adoption application

https://tinyurl.com/PLRdoggo

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Pets at shelters & rescues near It’s A Pawsitive Life Rescue

Lodestar Dog Ranch/Luvin Labs

PO Box 52212,
Albuquerque, NM 87181

Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside

11800 Sunset Gardens Road SW,
Albuquerque, NM 87121

All Ears Basset Sanctuary, Inc. - CO

Albuquerque, NM 87123

We'll also keep you updated on MERCY's adoption status with email updates.
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MERCY

Rottweiler

Female, 6 yrs 3 mos
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Cutie Pie Chici ~ Snuggle UP !'s adoption status with email updates.
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Cutie Pie Chici ~ Snuggle UP !

Dachshund/Chihuahua

Female, Young
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Michele’s Wolfberry's adoption status with email updates.
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Michele’s Wolfberry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Los Lunas, NM
We'll also keep you updated on HANSEN's adoption status with email updates.
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HANSEN

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on MISSY's adoption status with email updates.
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MISSY

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 12 yrs 10 mos
Albuquerque, NM
We'll also keep you updated on A167746's adoption status with email updates.
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A167746

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 mos
Santa Fe, NM

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