01Adoption
Interested in adopting?
Meet our currently available dogs. If one feels like the right match, begin with the secure online adoption application.
Meet our dogs →
Lap Dog RescueOF NEW MEXICODonateWe're here to point you in the right direction
Let's get you to the right person.
LDRNM is a foster-based, volunteer-run rescue—not a public shelter. Choosing the topic that best fits your question helps our volunteers respond more efficiently.
Telephone(505) 934-2202Please leave a detailed message.
MailLap Dog Rescue of New Mexico
PO Box 1316
Tijeras, NM 87059-5001
PO Box 1316
Tijeras, NM 87059-5001
Start with your topic
How can we help?
These direct routes answer many common questions and make sure your information reaches the right part of the rescue.
02Approved adopters
Ready to pay an adoption fee?
Use the fee confirmed by your LDRNM representative. Adoption payments are kept separate from charitable donations.
Pay an adoption fee →03Dog assistance
Need help with a dog?
Start with our Get Help page for surrender requests, returning an LDRNM dog, and other responsible options.
Find the right help →04Fostering
Want to open your home?
Learn what fostering involves, how LDRNM supports foster families, and how to take the next step.
Explore fostering →05Giving
Want to give or sponsor a dog?
Make a donation, sponsor a dog's adoption fee, or learn about planned and tax-smart ways to give.
Sponsor an adoption →06Community partners
Interested in partnering?
Learn about the businesses, organizations, and veterinary teams helping New Mexico's small dogs.
Visit our partner page →Send us a message
Contact Lap Dog Rescue
Choose the topic that best fits your question. Your message is saved securely and routed to the team member who can help.
A note about replies
Real people. Volunteer time.
Our telephone and email are monitored by volunteers. Please include your name, telephone number, the reason you are contacting us, and the best way to reach you. A detailed message helps the right volunteer respond.
If your message concerns a dog, include the dog's name and any LDRNM identification number you have.
Urgent situations
We are not an emergency service.
For an animal in immediate danger or needing urgent medical care, contact your local animal-control agency or an emergency veterinary hospital. For help recovering a missing pet, visit Lost Pet Assist.