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Otero County Animal Shelter in Alamogordo, New Mexico

Directions (575) 434-2959 co.otero.nm.us
Overview

About Otero County Animal Shelter

Otero County Animal Shelter is an animal shelter in Alamogordo, Otero County, New Mexico. It is operated by Otero County. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Alamogordo Husky Rescue, about 0.7 mi away.

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32.85350, -105.97441

Animals & services

What Otero County Animal Shelter does

  • Pet adoption Yes
  • Accepts owner surrenders Not available
  • Lost and found pets Not available
  • Foster program Not available
  • Volunteer program Not available
  • Spay and neuter clinic Not available
  • Vaccination clinic Not available
  • Microchipping Not available
  • No-kill (stated) Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Dogs Yes
  • Cats Yes
  • Rabbits and small animals Not available
  • Birds Not available
  • Reptiles Not available
  • Horses Not available
  • Farm animals Not available
  • Wildlife Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Otero County Animal Shelter located?

Otero County Animal Shelter is at 601 Wright Ave, Alamogordo, NM 88310 in Otero County.

What are the hours of Otero County Animal Shelter?

The recorded opening hours are Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00; PH closed. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (575) 434-2959 before you go.

How do I adopt from Otero County Animal Shelter?

Start on co.otero.nm.us, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.

Can I surrender a pet to Otero County Animal Shelter?

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

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