Dog Expert Says Key to Understanding Dogs
Is to See World from their Point of View

"Chaining dogs unleashes bad behavior"

Life on the end of a chain is no life for a dog. Animal Protection of New Mexico is working to help dogs who are continuously chained by suggesting alternatives to chaining, including the best option: train the dog.

We were happy to come across a terrific guest article in USA TODAY speaking up against chaining, by dog expert Victoria Stilwell. Stilwell’s article “Chaining dogs unleashes bad behavior” touches on the mistakes that many people make when they keep their dogs confined in a yard, and chained.

For a more in-depth study of the impact of keeping dogs on chains, you’re welcome to download a free copy of “The Public Safety and Humane Implications of Persistently Tethering Domestic Dogs” by APNM in collaboration with the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.

Train. Don’t Chain.®



Honor Your Sweetie in the Name of Animals!

Does your special someone have a long-standing appreciation for animals? Does it trouble his or her good heart to hear some of the bad news all too common in New Mexico? Animals in trouble—not being treated right. Dogs. Cats. Cows. Horses.

Animal Protection of New Mexico works hard every day to help animals in our state. APNM is offering a Valentine’s Day certificate that will let your special someone know you’re thinking of his or her good heart, and making a greatly appreciated donation to APNM in his or her name.

Honor your sweetheart with an APNM Valentine’s Day certificate. It will do a lot of hearts good.



APNM Valentines Week at Teca Tu
Draws to a Close this Sunday!

From Feb. 7–14, a percentage of Teca Tu’s sales will be donated to Animal Protection of New Mexico as a fundraiser for APNM’s hard work! APNM is a statewide animal advocacy organization that has fought for over 30 years to make animals matter in New Mexico.

If you haven’t shopped Teca Tu this week, don’t miss this opportunity to make your shopping dollars go much further:

Location: 500 Montezuma Ave. #116, Santa Fe
Phone: 505-982-9374
Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, and Sun. 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Online: www.tecatu.com 



Animal Humane Cuts Red Ribbon
on New Retail Adoption Center

Albuquerque has a shiny new permanent location for animal adoptions. On February 6, Animal Humane New Mexico opened a retail adoption center in the northeast heights, which the private shelter hopes will increase its adoptions, 3,900 in 2009, by an additional 800 animals per year.

By offering adoptable animals in closer proximity to more potential adopters, the 2,390 square foot adoption center extends the shelter’s reach from its campus on Virginia St. in Albuquerque’s southeast heights, offering many of the resources and items for sale that the original location offers. A meet and greet area for dog-to-dog introductions is ready for new pals’ introductions. The shelter’s new Animal Outfitters location at the adoption center will offer the same quality foods available on Virginia St., and necessities such as leashes, collars, dishes and toys.

Location: 9132 Montgomery NE, Albuquerque
Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Online: www.AnimalHumaneNM.org

APNM's mission is to advocate the rights of animals by effecting systemic change, resulting in the humane treatment of all animals. Click to see our 2009 accomplishments and how we are making a difference for animals in New Mexico and beyond in 2010.

Please make a secure, online donation to support our work, or download a pdf mail-in form to send in your donation. Thank you!