Stray Hearts Animal Shelter
Our Mission
Stray Hearts Taos Animal Shelter is a socially conscious animal shelter and adoption center dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families and providing compassionate, humane care for homeless animals. We serve Taos and the surrounding communities, offering safe shelter, medical support, and clear pathways for animals to find their forever homes.
Our Commitment to the Community
We are proud to champion the Socially Conscious Animal Community model, a compassionate and transparent approach to animal welfare. By focusing on the respectful treatment of every animal, we prioritize placing healthy and safe pets while leading our community through thoughtful public policy and dedicated outreach.
How We Care for Our Animals
Our shelter operates as a central hub for animal care, providing medical attention, daily enrichment, and a safe, stable environment. In addition to our facility on St. Francis Lane, our robust foster program allows vulnerable animals—such as nursing mothers, those needing surgery recovery, or pets overwhelmed by the shelter—to thrive in loving homes while they prepare for adoption.
Your Role in a Happy Ending
Adoption is a joyful partnership, and we are here to help you find your perfect match. Whether you are looking for a playful pup or a gentle companion, we work closely with you to understand your lifestyle and ensure a successful, lasting connection between you and your new furry friend.
Join Our Mission
We believe in full transparency and invite you to see the impact we make together, verified by our Candid GuideStar Platinum designation. Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer your time to walk dogs or socialize cats, or support our community pet food bank, there is a place for you in the Stray Hearts family. Visit us to meet our adoptable pets or check our website to learn more about how you can make a difference.
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7/22 - Stray Hearts Animal Shelter Report
The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Monday (April 13) through Sunday (April 19). Animals currently in care: 57 Total intakes this week: 8
5/23 - Taos animal shelter enters into municipal contract with town 3 years after severing ties
Years after cutting ties with local governments over how much they were being paid, the Taos-area’s only animal shelter has a new agreement with the town, to help fund operations.
5/20 - Stray Hearts Animal Shelter Report
The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Monday (April 13) through Sunday (April 19). Animals currently in care: 57 Total intakes this week: 8
