Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico

06/16/2026

Want to share your Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico adoption story? 🐾

Who rescued whom?! Share your touching pet rescue story for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue of Albuquerque The Magazine!

Email your story to [email protected]

06/15/2026

Meet Gracie! 🐾
Gracie is a precious 12-year-old, 14-pound Maltese who is ready to spend her golden years being loved and adored by a family of her very own.
This sweet, mellow girl is happiest when she is close to her people, whether she is curled up beside you in bed, snoozing nearby in her dog bed, riding shotgun on a car ride, or joining you for a peaceful neighborhood stroll. She simply loves being part of everyday life.
Do not let her age fool you. Gracie still enjoys treats, walks, cuddle time, and all the little joys life has to offer. She walks nicely on leash, uses a doggie door like a pro, has wonderful house manners, and will go into her crate when asked. She is also low shedding, making her an easy and lovable companion.
Gracie would thrive in a calm, quiet home where she can be the center of attention and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle full of love and companionship. She would do best without other dogs and with respectful older children only. A doggie door would help her feel right at home.
Gracie’s adoption fee is generously sponsored by Perfection Honda.
Apply to adopt here: https://ldrnm.rescueivey.com/
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06/14/2026

Prepare now for fireworks week! 🎆🐾

The 4th of July can be terrifying for pets. Please check ID tags, update microchips, secure gates, prepare a quiet safe space, and contact your vet early if your pet needs calming support.

Keep pets indoors June 28–July 6.

www.lapdogrescue.org

06/13/2026

🌾🐾 FOXTAIL SEASON IS HERE — PLEASE KEEP YOUR DOG SAFE! 🐾🌾

They may look harmless, but foxtails can be extremely dangerous for dogs. These barbed grass seed heads are designed to move in one direction—into the body—and they do not work their way back out on their own.

⚠️ Foxtails can:
• Become lodged between paw pads
• Enter the ears, eyes, or nose
• Embed in the skin and cause painful infections
• Be inhaled into the lungs
• Migrate through tissue, causing serious medical complications
• Require emergency veterinary treatment

🐕 Dogs with long coats, feathered ears, and active outdoor lifestyles are especially at risk.

After every walk, hike, or play session, take a few minutes to check your dog's:
👂 Ears
👃 Nose
👀 Eyes
🐾 Between the toes and paw pads
🐕 Underbelly and armpits
🦴 Coat and tail area

🚨 If your dog suddenly starts sneezing, shaking their head, limping, licking a paw excessively, or develops swelling, seek veterinary care right away.

A quick inspection today could prevent a painful and costly emergency tomorrow.

Please share this post to help keep more dogs safe this season! ❤️

🌐 Learn more about keeping pets safe and find adoptable dogs at:
www.lapdogrescue.org

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06/13/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to help Billie! ❤️

Because of your generosity and support, Billie is scheduled to have her surgery on June 18th. This surgery will help give her a more comfortable, pain-free future, and we couldn't have gotten to this point without all of you.

We are incredibly grateful for every donation, share, and kind word that helped make this possible.

Please keep Billie in your thoughts as she prepares for surgery. We will continue to keep everyone updated on her progress and recovery.

Thank you for helping change Billie's life! 🐾❤️

— Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico

06/12/2026

🏢 Local business partners needed!

Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico is looking for a local business to host us indoors for an adoption event on Saturday, July 11th, from 11 AM–2 PM.

We’ll bring the adoptable dogs, supplies, volunteers, and event materials. We just need a welcoming indoor space where the community can meet some wonderful dogs looking for forever homes.

Hosting is a great way to support a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue, bring positive attention to your business, and help save lives.

Interested in partnering with us? Please message us or visit www.lapdogrescue.org.

Small Dogs. Big Hearts. 🐾

06/12/2026

🐾 Did you know dogs "talk" with their whole bodies? 🐶👀

Most people wait for a growl or a bark to know a dog is unhappy, but by then, the dog is already at the top of their stress "ladder."

The secret to a happy, safe relationship with your pup is learning to recognize the quiet signs they give us long before they feel they have to act.

How to read the ladder:

🟢 Bottom Rungs: These are "polite" requests for space. If your dog is yawning (when not tired), licking their lips (or a person or other dog), or turning their head away, they are saying, "I'm a little uncomfortable right now."

🟡 Middle Rungs: As they move into the yellow and orange zones, their body becomes stiff and they may stop blinking. This is a clear "Please stop" signal.

🔴 Top Rungs: When the lower signals are missed or ignored, a dog feels they have no choice left but to growl, snap, or bite to protect themselves.

Understanding this chart helps us advocate for our dogs and prevent stressful situations before they start! 🛡️❤️

Note: Most dogs won't show every signal, and some dogs may skip "rungs."

Thank you to Dr. Kendal Shepherd, who initially developed the Ladder of Canine Communication, and Dr. Rhiannon Sandoval for helping educate dog lovers and advocates about canine body language and communication.

Which of these signs was most surprising to you? Let us know below! 👇

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06/12/2026

🎉🐾 The Friday Couch Report is here! 🐾🎉

Please help us celebrate this week’s happy adoption success stories!

Every adoption means another life saved and another open lap for a dog still waiting for their chance. Thank you to our adopters, fosters, volunteers, supporters, and community for making these happy endings possible week after week.

Because of YOU, tails keep wagging and hearts keep healing. 🐶✨

🏡 Rescue • Love • Adopt • Repeat
💻 www.lapdogrescue.org
🐾 One lap at a time

06/12/2026