Pitties and Kitties Rescue of New Mexico

08/28/2024

Want to help us get noticed by one of the most influential orgs????? Go tag us!!!!!! Go cheer us on in the comments!!!! Villalobos Rescue Center - Life 4 Paws, Inc. does amazing things for our pibbles in this country!!!! Help us by going to THEIR post and commenting us and tagging us🥰🥰🥰

UPDATE: WE HAVE HAD A LANDSLIDE OF EMAILS, AND AT THIS TIME, I CANNOT TAKE ANY MORE INQUIRIES SINCE IT IS GOING TO TAKE ME A LONG TIME TO GO THROUGH WHAT I HAVE. BUT THE RESPONSE IS OVERWHELMINGLY EXCITING!

NEW MEXICO ANIMAL SHELTERS/RESCUE...WHERE ARE YOU?!

THE MOTO MAIDENS ARE ROARING INTO YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NEXT MONTH!

My daughter Mariah and her tribe of motorcycle-riding gal pals want to do a little fundraiser for a shelter/rescue on their route.

Their time in Albuquerque is already booked up but any other town along their ride, they are open to stop by and help raise awareness and donations for your great cause.

We realize that the rural areas of New Mexico have a very tough time with abandoned animals, and if we can help in even a small way, we would be honored.

If you are on the route (pic is in this post), please email us at: [email protected] It takes a village!

08/28/2024

🚨🚨🚨🚨**NEW MERCH ALERT**🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨

We have some new LIMITED EDITION PKR “Band Tees” up and posted on our Bonfire shop!

We have our Adoption World Tour shirt, featuring all our current adopted pets and their adoption dates on the back (can you find yours?!)

We also have a “Death Row Pitbulls” shirt, showcasing Mindy and Lovely, two dogs PKR recently saved from Euthanasia

& Last but not least, we have our MisPits tee, featuring our very own Misfit.. Brutus ❤️

All our Ltd Edition Band Tees come in TShirts and Crewnecks

Grab yours now and be the coolest dog pawrents ever 🥰

Link to order:

https://www.bonfire.com/store/pitties-and-kitties-merch-store/

08/26/2024

That post shelter slumber 😍

08/25/2024

❣️Saving Mindy: A Life Rescued from the Brink❣️

This is Mindy (or Hazel. Name is TBD 🙂 ), a young and adorable mixed breed pup who was just minutes away from euthanasia. With physical traits of a cattle dog and bully breed, Mindy had been experiencing extreme stress in the shelter environment. Thankfully, a temporary foster hero stepped in and SAVED her life, pulling her from the edge of tragedy.

As many shelters face overwhelming overcapacity, they often have no choice but to make heartbreaking decisions. We understand the challenges they face and don’t place blame. Mindy’s story is a reminder of the urgent need for solutions to combat pet overpopulation.

Mindy was given pre-sedation meds and was mere moments from euthanasia when we intervened. She is one of the fortunate few who made it out in the nick of time. Now, Mindy is looking for a loving home where she can thrive. We’re planning to transfer her to a rescue in another state, as her appearance might give her a better chance of adoption there.

If you’re interested in giving Mindy a forever home, please reach out! She’s great with other dogs, okay with cats, and loves humans. Help us give Mindy the second chance she deserves.

A foster hero made this rescue story possible. And this pup’s happily ever after has already begun 🥰

08/24/2024

Catch adoptable Lovely at the Albuquerque Downtown Growers' Market for the next couple of hours! We don’t have a booth but she will be walking around and sitting and rolling in the grass!🥰

08/23/2024

Adoptable Lovely and her foster humans are at ABQ Food Park for an hour or so! Come say hi!!!

08/22/2024

‼️🐶ADOPT ME🐶‼️

Brutus
Great Dane x bully/mastiff mix
Neutered male
3 years old
Fully vetted

Hiya! I’m Brutus Sullivan, and I’m your new best friend! Okay, okay, I know we don’t know each other yet so maybe I’m rushing things, but I’m everyone’s best friend! I love all the people, and everyone I’ve ever met is my favorite person ever! Now, to your next question, why do I have a middle name? Sure it’s silly since I’m a dog, but after my foster mom named me Brutus, she realized I’m the dog version of Sully from Monsters Inc.!

Sure my size may be scary to people and other dogs at first, but I’m the biggest, sweetest, cuddle monster there is. My dream life would be to spend all day every day cuddling with you. I’m the type of dog that will make someone who is afraid of dogs/big dogs… fall in love! Anytime I’m out in public, people absolutely SWOON over me. At the Growers Market, people would stop me every 10 seconds to interact with me. It took us 1 hour to make a circle around the market. I’m seriously a star! And I LIVE for that attention😍

Dogs: I haven’t met a dog that I don’t like! I have met plenty that don’t love me though💔 Not all dogs love my size when they first meet me… but they don’t understand that I am playful and cuddly with my doggy friends! I tend to take on a more submissive role with other doggies and I will take their directions if I’m given some! Some doggy friends in my future home would be my extreme preference! I like to learn from them and hang out with them. Especially since humans can’t constantly pay attention to me… if no human can be with me every second… I want a doggy friend!

Cats: You know what’s even scarier than being alone? Cats. I give them their space and respect all their commands. I always ask them if they want to play, but I’ve never met one that said yes. So little, so scary.

Kids: uh. Yes. Absolutely. Tiny humans that pet me and play with me? PUHLEASEEEE! But I think my future adult humans will need to guide me a little bit on making sure I maintain polite and gentle mannerisms with kiddos. I’m a biiiig giant puppy! But I never mean harm!

Potty trained: yesssss! Woohoo!

Kennel trained: Let’s debate on this one 😉 My foster mom has been working on kennel training me, because I don’t want to be alone. Why be alone when we can be together is what I say! I really don’t love my crate. I have been okay in a regular wire crate, okay in the sense that I’m not hulk smashing out of it, which I absolutely could if I tried!! My foster mommy has dogs… but I’m not allowed to hang out with them because she says they aren’t nice to new dogs. I keep trying to tell her that I’ll make sure they are nice to me… buuuut alas…. So I do spend more time in my crate than I would personally like. BUUT! This gig is a whole lot better than the shelter… and I treasure the time I get to spend cuddling and playing😍 I’m also about to start healing from a surgery… so being kenneled will help my recovery. Read more for info about my surgery!

I already walk nicely on the leash, because we’re best friends and I don’t want to leave you! I know sit, shake, and down, but sometimes these can be difficult for me. When I came into the shelter, the nice vets noticed I wouldn’t stand on my hind right leg. I stretch it out and point my toes like a beautiful ballerina sometimes. They took some photos (x-rays) and found out that I had broken a bone at some point. So that’s why some of those commands can be tough for me. I listen and I want to do good, but it takes me a moment to do that without the owies. I still like to gallop and run after the ball, even if sometimes I forget to bring it back to you…oops. After the humans consulted with a few vets, they have decided to make me even more unique… and apparently they are going to make my leg disappear? Freaking magicians! So I will soon be a tripod. But I’m young and full of life… so adjusting will be fine. I won’t have any specialized needs once my leg disappears! In fact, you’ll hardly notice… I think my huge head and big personality will distract most people from the lack of limbs🤣

I am looking forward to cuddling my forever human while we binge watch your favorite shows. Are you ready to become official best friends?? Me too! Fill out an application so we can meet!

Adopt Brutus: application link in our pinned posts!

08/22/2024

Goodnight ~Lovely🥰😍🐶

08/21/2024

Just give me my money prank! Poor Brutus! Starring Bug, Lovely, Brutus and PKR alum Quincy!

08/20/2024

‼️🐶ADOPT ME🐶‼️

Lovely
1-2 years old
Spayed female
Pitbull mix (Dogo? BT? Who knows)
Fully vetted

Are you in need of a dog who can turn even the rainiest day into a cozy cuddle fest? Look no further than Lovely, our two-year-old bundle of affection with a knack for snuggling!

Lovely is a true people-pleaser!!! She knows sit, and that’s about it for now. But she is absolutely able to learn FAR more.

Dogs: dog-friendly, Love seems to love being around other doggies. She has been able to politely meet every dog she’s been introduced to in her foster home and at doggy daycare. She has been able to play politely with those that need polite/slow play…. But has been able to go balls to the wall with some crazies!!!! She does get overexcited on leash and can introduce play on leash that’s not desirable. But she is so far non reactive on leash. She does pull towards other dogs, but with some directions and corrections? Love will be an amazing leash walked, she has a solid base for it!!!

Cats: cat-curious (with no hard feelings if the cats aren’t keen on playing along). Love did great with meeting a cat initially! Love was scared and avoidant. Love will need some direction and instructions on how to behave properly around kittens with some slower intros. The kitty she is currently fostered with is… NOT kind and she gets swatted for even coming close. If kitties are in Love’s future, Love would prefer slow intros. No kitties is easiest and best… but a home with kitties does not seem impossible. (We will update this bio as she improves and/or degrades with her kitty foster sibling.)

Kids: Love has been great with kids! She’s a gentle soul who’s shown nothing but kindness to the little humans she’s met. Love is handshy… show slower/kinder/savvy kids/parents may help her thrive

Crate: Crate training? She’s a pro! Lovely is an absolute angel in her crate, only making noise when she’s letting you know she needs to go outside. She seems to be potty trained, but she might still need a little nudge to perfect her routine.

Now, let’s talk about her energy level: Lovely has enough zest for a game of fetch or a romp in the yard, but if you’re more into lounging on the couch, she’s more than happy to join you there. She might be tempted to engage in an enthusiastic game of tug-of-war or a spirited chase, but if cuddling is on the agenda, she’ll happily hit the brakes to snuggle up next to you. Actually… she would much prefer to be in your lap, on top of you, and as close as she can possibly be…. Her foster humans are just in awe of how cute she is when she cuddles up… hence her name, Love!

In a nutshell, whether you’re up for active play or just chilling on the couch, Lovely’s your girl. She’s ready to bring her big, loving heart and her unparalleled cuddling skills to her forever home. Are you ready to give this sweet girl all the love she’s been dreaming of?

Come meet Lovely and experience firsthand how a little Love can make a big difference in your life!

Adoption application: check our pinned posts or our website!

08/19/2024

‼️🐱ADOPT ME🐱‼️

Feather
16 weeks old
Spayed female
Fully vetted upon adoption

Who wants the cutest ball of energy, that almost never stops playing??? Well step on up!!! Feather is all love and all games and is looking for her forever humans! Feather was found by one of o ur fosters, sick… frail… and had high chances of not making it. But with love, medical attention, and TLC… here we are! A happy and healthy kitten🥰

Feather is exploratory, smart, sometimes a little too smart for her own good. Boxes and old paper bags are two of her favorite things on this earth.

Dogs: She would actually do really well with a doggie friend, as long as the doggie friend is able to put up with/correct her safely. She tries to play and snuggle with alumni Winnie the Blue, and Winnie isn't having that…🤣

Cats: with Feather’s age, Feather could easily transition into a home with some kitty friends!!! All of her past kitten friends have been adopted so right now she is a solo kitten.

Kids: Does fine with kiddos - they tend to wear her out the best! More humans for her to share love and games with… the better!

Feather really is the snuggliest little cuddle bug. Loves to lay on your chest and rap around your neck, she gets right up to your ear and purrs. She is ALWAYS purring. She's very very clean, and she will extend her efforts to cleaning her humans as well.

Apply to adopt Feather!: Adoption links in our pinned posts!

08/19/2024

You all are AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for donating so much kitten food for our babies!!! This wet food supply will surely last us at least another month! And we are absolutely fully stocked on kitten dry food for months to come!

We are seriously so grateful for this community 🫶🏻

The fact that kittens go through this much wet food in such short amounts of time…. Goodness🤣🤦🏼‍♀️

08/19/2024

❣️Good News for Daisy!❣️

Meet Daisy, a sweet mixed breed pup who was rescued just in time, thanks to a dedicated foster hero! Daisy, who might be a blend of shepherd, Akita, and bully, was struggling immensely in the shelter, her mental health deteriorating rapidly. Thankfully, her amazing foster stepped up, offering Daisy the care and love she so desperately needed.

Now, Daisy is decompressing in her foster home and is working on learning how to show the world what a wonderful companion she can be. She will soon be available for adoption through Albuquerque Animal Welfare (AWD) and will also be cross-posted with Pitties and Kitties Rescue (PKR), who are helping to spread the word about this special girl.

Daisy is an extremely shy and reserved pup, but with the right person, she will blossom into a loyal and loving friend. Keep an eye out for more updates about Daisy and her journey, and stay tuned for information on future PKR events where she may make an appearance, depending on her foster’s availability and shelter’s approval.

Daisy is currently being fostered in a home with some wonderful humans, 2 dogs, and several cats/kittens. Her foster mama believes the kitten chaos is helping her get densensitized to cats, we didn’t know how Daisy was with cats or dogs aside from testing well initially!

Let’s give Daisy the second chance she deserves and find her the perfect forever home! 🌟 there are soooo many ways for you to help the animals in our community. Daisy isn’t the classic pitty that our audience typically looks for, but since she has some bully looks… we will surely do what we can to help her. Here’s your sign to go to the shelter and sign up to foster (or adopt) a dog that is struggling!!!!

08/18/2024

Still looking for a foster for this sweet boy!! The shelter has graciously given him some extra time while we find somewhere for him, but he needs out urgently!

08/17/2024

Adoptable Brutus at the Albuquerque Downtown Growers' Market !!!!

08/17/2024

Marbles and Bug reporting for duty at the Albuquerque Downtown Growers' Market come say hi!

08/17/2024

Marbles and Bug are at Marble Brewery in the NE heights for a couple hours! Come say hi!!!

You can also say hi to Marbles, Bug, and Brutus tomorrow at the Albuquerque Downtown Growers' Market! We don’t have a booth, but we will be walking around with them 🙂

08/16/2024

***ADOPTED***

Jolly was going to be evaluated for quality of life tomorrow. But the shelter has kindly granted us time to find him a foster or adopter, through us OR the shelter.

But… this is serious, friends😪 Jolly needs your help! He doesn’t have an exact date anymore, but if he continues to degrade in the shelter environment, it is not humane to allow him to suffer mentally like that!

08/16/2024

🚨 URGENT DOG IN NEED 🚨

***ADOPTED***

Hey everyone, it's Jolly here! 🐾 I have something important to tell you!

I’m a 50 lb bundle of love. I’m reaching out with a big, happy heart to find a foster home (or better yet, a forever home!) ASAP! I’ve been at the shelter since December, and while I love my shelter friends, I really need a cozy place to call my own.

Here’s a bit about me: I’m a goofy, lovable pibble who loves having fun zoomies when I’m bursting with energy, but I also know how to mellow out and be the best snuggle buddy. I absolutely adore car rides, giving kisses, and playing with other dogs. I haven’t met a cat yet, but I’m meeting one soon to see how we get along. 🐶🚗💕

I’ve been held like a baby by some of the shelter staff and loved every second of it. I’m a big fan of belly rubs, walks on a leash, and even bath time (yep, I was a perfect gentleman for that, too). People always call me a goofball because I’m just so happy and playful!

I really need to get out of the shelter and into a loving foster or forever home. You can foster me through Pitties and kitties or visit Albuquerque Animal Welfare at the Westside location to adopt me. If you’re interested in fostering, just email [email protected].

Please share my post and help me find my way to a home filled with love and belly rubs! I promise to be your most loyal, jolly companion!

With tail wags and happy smiles,
Jolly 🐕💕

🐶Dog Adoption Application:
https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/53715/generic

🐶🐱Dog/cat Foster Application:
https://petstablished.com/foster_form/53714/generic

08/15/2024

Adoptable Legolas is being fostered with adoptable Universe! They are working on getting used to each other🥰

08/15/2024

‼️🐶ADOPT ME🐶‼️
Bug
Pit bull
1.5 years old
Neutered male, fully vetted

Piggy grunts, heart felt eyes, loyalty to last a lifetime…That is a bare bones summary of our sweet adoptable Bug. This goofy lovebug is special and was saved by PKR from being euthanized at a shelter that was unsuccessful at getting him a home. Is it because he is a black dog, whom are overlooked so often? We will never know why so many people walked past his kennel and showed no interest in this loveable guy. He is an earth angel that will love any human that comes into his life. Bug is about 2 years old and around 60lbs.

Bug is quite possibly the best kept secret in the world. Get him one-on-one and he reveals his charm and easygoing nature. He gives the gentlest kisses, loves affection and cuddles, and will insist on sitting in your lap. A stranger doesn’t exist in Bug’s world. He is so very different from what you would first think when meeting him in the kennel at the shelter. Bug was stressed out and losing his sanity. Out of the shelter environment, Bug will melt into your arms and give all the love you could ever need.

Someone was good to this dog once upon a time; they taught him things, like how to give love and also some cute little tricks. Tricks like sit, down, stay, shake! He’s smart, curious and generous. He’s easy and tolerant, the way goofy boy dogs nearly always are. He settles fast and snores loud. We hope someone gets a chance to see him the way we do and makes him their own. Bug knows how to live in a home environment as he has lived his life with a family, or so we can only assume.

Dogs: He has been known to get along with dogs, and we haven’t seen any issues yet with him and the dogs he has met. He spends some time at a small scale doggy daycare and does great with the various genders and temperaments. He LOVES to play with other doggies. So a dog friend would be perfect in his future home, but one that would love to play and cuddle with him. He will gently nibble on other dog’s ears for play, which may turn some dogs off. But he takes corrections well from humans or dogs. He is currently fostered with a small male dog, 2 females, and various other dogs that come in and out of his Foster’s daycare/boarding.

Cats: Bug has met some cats, and has been overall a scaredy cat towards them. He doesn’t fight back when he’s swatted, he gets sad and doesn’t know what he did wrong. A home with cats is possible!

Kids: Bug is so gentle and loving… any kiddo would be SOOOO lucky to have him as their best friend. He doesn’t chomp treats from your hand, instead he gently takes them! As with any dog with young kids, monitoring is key… Bug means no harm but hims gots LOTS of love to give!!!

Potty trained: Bug hasn’t had any potty accidents in the house so far, he has marked (which isn’t abnormal for dogs, especially males)

Leash trained: Bug does have a tendency to pull on leash, but he is working on his leash skills! He is very treat or attention motivated and hasn’t been reactive to people or dogs thus far.

He is a sensitive soul full of love and kisses. He is gentle and loveable. The more people to love Bug, the happier he is. His kisses and loving nature would surely bring the biggest smile to any kid (or adult for that matter) that is lucky enough to receive his love. Bug is longing for that final destination, a place to call home!

Apply to adopt Bug! See our application links in our pinned posts. (See comments for adoption status)

08/14/2024

Just two brothers!!! Waiting for their forever humans to come and scoop them up…. Boo and Casper are about 3-4 months old, males, and their adoption fees include all their vetting!!!!

We would much prefer Boo and Casper to be adopted in separate homes, to avoid any sort of littermate syndrome… even though they DO ADORE one another 😉 We would prefer Boo and Casper be adopted into homes where they will have a doggy sibling to help maintain good doggy social skills in their futures! This is not a strict requirement, just a preference!

Boo and Casper love other dogs and take direction well, even as puppies! They are doing amazing with potty training! Boo and Casper would be fine in a forever home with cats and/or kiddos as well!

What are you waiting for??? Apply to adopt one of these adoraBULL puppies🥰 Boxer x American Bulldog

08/14/2024

URGENT!!! Our city shelter needs a temporary foster for Stella Rose while MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue continues their search for a foster home to save her life! MARR has some great leads for fosters for her but need to process the applications

Are you a foster for the ABQ city shelter? Can you sign up to be a foster? Stella’s life and wellbeing depends on YOU! Help us find a temporary respite for Stella Rose🥰

UPDATE
♥️🎉We have found a Foster to Adopt home for Stella Rose!!!🎉♥️

This is such an amazing win!! Thank you to the Foster for stepping up to save Stella Rose from Euthanasia and for all of the amazing people behind the scenes processing applications and making this happen on such a short timeline!!
We at MARR are so grateful for all of you for supporting our mission to rescue as many Rottweilers as we can!!

Stella Rose is a Rottie mix with gorgeous brindle coloring in her coat. She is looking for a Foster or Foster to Adopt home (ASAP).

She is in a shelter in NM but transport will be available to Foster within our coverage area.

Stella Rose really is a Good, Good, Good Girl! 💖

Stella Rose is big, goofy, bouncy, lively, and would make a very fun house guest! She has enjoyed being around any dog she is placed with. She seems to somewhat take on a submissive role with other doggies. She was able to play for HOURS with a female pitbull and a male border collie. Running back and forth and shoving toys into each others mouths. A K9 friend would do her wonders! She is likely cat friendly and when tested with cats she did okay during the intro but after being swatted several times became agitated (which is completely understandable). She is great with both men, women and older children. While she is friendly and outgoing, she doesn’t know her strength or size so placing her around little kids is a possibility but she would need to be closely monitored while she is developing manners. This good girl is also house trained and crate trained making transitioning into a new home easy. If you are looking for a good girl who will be a great addition to your home, this is your girl. 🐶

You can check out this Google drive folder of Miss Stella…..the good, the bad, and the ugly! (Only ugly so far was her determination to jump the fence. And if that’s her worst trait… oh my goodness… this girl is a gem!!!!)
Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-KtoyyMYZqpUJJtQWPkkNDybZ-MnypgO

💥If you are an APPROVED MARR Foster, please email us at [email protected]💥
You can also apply to Foster at www.adoptarott.org/Foster.

✨MARR covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.✨
✨Transportation is available for adoptions within our coverage area.✨

Www.adoptarott.org/donate

08/14/2024

📣 Urgent Request: Cat Food Donations Needed! 🐾

We're in urgent need of dry cat food and wet kitten food to support our furry friends. We currently have 3 adult kitties in our care and 4 ferociously growing kittens. If you have any to spare or can make a donation, please send us a message and we can meet you somewhere or set something up! Easiest way is to order some through our Amazon wishlist! Your generosity will make a huge difference in their lives. Thank you for your support! ❤️

Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35877JV9RXEP2?ref_=wl_share

💰Paypal: pkrescue

💰Zelle: [email protected]

💰Venmo: PKrescue

💰Cash app: pkrescue

💰Cash or check? DM us!

08/13/2024

Brutus. The biggest baby.