A rescue takes shape
LDRNM was founded in response to the needs of New Mexico's small companion dogs.
Lap Dog RescueOF NEW MEXICODonateSmall rescue. Statewide heart.
Built on kindness.
Powered by people.
Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico gives small companion dogs safety, healing, and thoughtfully matched homes—one foster family and one second chance at a time.
Meet LDRNM
Our mission
Rescue. Rehabilitate. Rehome.
Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome small companion dogs throughout New Mexico.
We work toward loving, permanent placements through careful screening, foster insight, veterinary care, and thoughtful matches that serve both the dog and the adopting family.
Our story
Rooted in New Mexico. Growing through compassion.
Official nonprofit status
LDRNM received federal 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and continued building a statewide network of foster homes and volunteers.
Thousands of new beginnings
Led by a volunteer board and supported by a dedicated volunteer community, LDRNM continues to respond wherever small dogs need a safe path forward.
We are not a physical shelter. Dogs come into family-style foster homes from crowded shelters, owner-surrender situations, hoarding cases, and other unsafe circumstances. There, they are treated as part of the family while they regain health, confidence, and trust.
Fosters coordinate veterinary care, learn each dog's personality, and help identify the home where that dog can thrive. It is personal, patient work—and it is made possible entirely through volunteerism and community generosity.
How we work
Care at every step.
Every dog's needs are different. Our approach keeps the dog at the center of every decision.
Family-style fostering
Dogs live in foster homes, not kennels, where they can decompress, socialize, and learn the rhythms of family life.
Complete medical care
Fosters arrange examinations and approved treatment so each dog can become healthy, comfortable, and ready for adoption.
Thoughtful matching
We review applications and conduct home visits to seek a stable, loving fit for both the family and the dog.
Awards & recognition
2026 Readers' Choice—Best Pet Rescue
We are honored by the recognition, but the greatest reward will always be seeing a once-frightened dog safe, loved, and home.
View Our Awards1,000sof dogs helped
100%volunteer powered
501(c)(3)nonprofit since August 2001
Stewardship
Board of directors & officers
LDRNM is guided by volunteer leaders committed to responsible rescue, careful stewardship, and the welfare of New Mexico's companion dogs.
Brian SpencePresident / Board Member
Marie SteeleVice President / Board Member
Barbara HoffmanSecretary / Treasurer / Board Member
Dr. Vickie AverhoffBoard Member
Vivian Spinn, CPABoard Member
Tim OskingBoard Member
Roberto HolnessBoard Member
A heartfelt thank you
Rescue is a community promise.
To every foster, volunteer, veterinary partner, donor, adopter, rescue partner, local business, and social-media friend: thank you. Your time, trust, and generosity make every second chance possible.