This weeks Pet Of The Week is Chico. Chico is a male chihuahua mix, he is 1 to 2 years old. Chico is looking for his forever home. If you are looking to adopt, please drop by the shelter and consider Chico. If you can’t adopt, you can still help Chico by sharing this post to your Facebook page.
The Shelter is always in need of volunteers and supplies, please consider buying an above the floor bed. You can order one and drop off at the shelter. Click Here to buy from Walmart.
Animal Shelter is open:
Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 4:30 PM
Closed on Saturday, Sundays and City Holidays
The Portales Police Department provides full-service animal control to all residents within the Portales city limits. Animal Control Officers attend state certification classes and are trained to handle calls for service that involve domestic animals or wildlife.
All dogs and cats kept within the city limits must get a Portales city license. This license can be picked up at the Animal Shelter. Owners should bring proof of vaccination for their pet(s). The license costs $5.00 per year. In addition to the individual animal registration, Animal Control is responsible for issuing Domestic Livestock, Residential Multi-Animal and Commercial Permits.
Animal Shelter
1700 N Boston Ave
Portales, NM 88130
ADOPTION FEES
Adoption Fee $25.00
Spay / Neuter Fee $30.00. This fee is refundable upon proof that the animal was spayed or neutered.
Vaccination Fee $30.00. This fee is refundable upon proof of vaccination. For a total of $85.00
If you are considering a pet, please go by and check out the many dogs and cats that are up for adoption.
Click here to view more pets. City of Portales Animal Shelter
Animal Control Staff include:
Supervisor : Sgt Lisa Smith
Vernon Collins – Animal Control Officer
David Acosta- Animal Control Officer
