Bernalillo County Animal Control and Protection Department

1136 Gatewood Sw Albuquerque, New Mexico 87121

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Bernalillo County Animal Control and Protection Department in Albuquerque, NM

Bernalillo County Animal Control and Protection Department operates in Albuquerque, New Mexico, situated about 2 miles northeast of the city center. It is one of 26 animal shelters and rescues serving Bernalillo County, working alongside 25 other such organizations in the area. Shelters and animal control departments like this one generally play a role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of animals within their communities. As part of Bernalillo County's network of animal welfare organizations, this department contributes to the broader efforts underway throughout the region.

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