If you have lost or found a pet please report it to us within 24 hours at 505-891-5075.
Hours of Operation
Office Hours
Monday through Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (New expanded Sunday hours begin September 1, 2025)
Kennel Hours
Monday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (New expanded Sunday hours begin September 1, 2025)
Pets in Rio Rancho
Find out what requirements and laws there are regarding animals by viewing our City Pet Regulations.
Volunteers
Thanks for your interest in volunteering for the Animal Resource Center. With the devoted assistance of volunteers like you, the ARC can maintain a higher quality of care for the animals in the shelter while our Officers continue to enforce safety and promote education throughout our community. We have many fabulous opportunities where volunteers can assist staff including:
- Kennel and Cattery Cleaning
- Feeding
- Cat and Dog Enrichment
- Grooming
- Offsite adoption events
- and more
The first step is to submit an application here: