Watermelon Mountain Ranch

Category: Animal shelter

Address: 3251 Westphalia Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, USA

Phone: +15057710140

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–4PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11AM–4PM

Thursday: 11AM–4PM

Friday: 11AM–4PM

Saturday: 11AM–4PM

Reviews

Chris Perkins

Oct 30, 2022

Horrible experience. Ran by a bunch of liberal dummies. Went literally right across the street to another adoption agency and had no problems

Perkon

Oct 1, 2022

Kitten payed $125 for. Came with Ringworm, 104°F fever, and Malnourished. What the heck is going on with Watermelon Ranch

Mary Evelyn Hudson

Sep 30, 2022

I have made multiple attempts to get in touch with you guys on adoption of a kitty I saw at PetSmart. Are you interested in getting these animals in to good homes? Your lack of responsiveness makes it seem like you aren’t.

gohunting13

Sep 30, 2022

Very nice 👍 facility. Great staff. Animals well taken care of

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Questions & Answers

For three weeks nobody has answered the phone at Watermelon Ranch (I have called over two dozen times) and nobody has returned my call after leaving more than a dozen messages on their voicemail. Are they still in business, or have they “gone south”

Ellen Tracy | Nov 7, 2018
Space | Nov 7, 2018

I volunteer there on occasion and can tell you they are VERY short staffed and depend entirely on volunteers and donations, so they likely are not prioritizing non-emergent calls. It is MUCH better to go up in person or go into the resale shop/adoption center in Cottonwood Mall, Going to the Dogs and Cats. They have a ton to do at the “ranch” and not enough people to do it so taking care of the animals will always come before returning phone calls, and that work is never ending.

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Do they have puppies for adoption?

Somer Martinez | Nov 6, 2020
Cassandra Romero | Nov 6, 2020

They have dogs from puppies to senior. They take the puppies to their events. They have a store at Cottonwood Mall as well as their main ranch in Rio Rancho. The events are usually held at Petsmart at Cottonwood Mall. You should go check them out.

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About how many people per day go there to adopt ? What's our adoptions per month. If cat is already spay and rabies shot given how much to adopt

Julie Leonard | Nov 7, 2019
Russell Austin | Nov 7, 2019

Everytime I go there they're busy and about 150

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How much would it cost for them to take in a cat. Got a 9 year old tabby that we can no longer have because we will be moving into an apartment. No pets allowed.

Jose Quintana | Nov 6, 2020
Nana Belle | Nov 6, 2020

The website gives fees and conditions. Wmranch.org/cat-surrender

Where would you honestly go to look for a large poodle mix dog adoption? Would it be at lucky Paws in Coronado Center? Or would it be out at watermelon Ranch? I seriously want to make the best use of my time w/adopting and thought y'all could help me

Kat West | Nov 7, 2019
Grace Q | Nov 7, 2019

You're better off calling around or checking the ABQ animal welfare dept. As you are looking for a specific breed, it will be hard find. Good luck.

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Do they allow dogs who aren’t good with other dogs ?

Andi Carriere | Nov 7, 2019
Kristen Walker | Nov 7, 2019

They allow all dogs and cats.

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I had a foster dog transfered there from alamogordo on sunday morning. I was just checking to make sure he made it safely.

Shannon Larimer | Nov 7, 2019
T S (MammaBoo) | Nov 7, 2019

Make sure you call them first thing in the morning if they don't contact you first

Mt son has a pitbull/lab mix and he is getting super aggressive and growls and barks at everyone! Its kinda scary and worrisome! Can the Watermelon Ranch help me and possibly take this dog off my sons hands for me? Please!?

Jackie Sanner | Nov 7, 2019
El Beefo | Nov 7, 2019

Don't call, Go in person. I would recomend speaking to Kevin or Brigid. They should be able to help.

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Do they do a background check on potential buyers?

Chris Lagunas | Nov 7, 2019
T S (MammaBoo) | Nov 7, 2019

They do an interview on potential animal parents if your honest with them they can help you find your next fur baby they also have on the older dogs a way to take them home to see if the fire baby fits in your home

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How much do they pay over there

Tianna Gonzales | Nov 7, 2019
El Beefo | Nov 7, 2019

kennel staff starts at minimum wage i believe.

Does watermelon do foster care for dogs. Im new to new mexico and im going out of town for 10 days dont know anyone here. Or does anyone know of any recommendations?

Suzanna Ramirez | Nov 7, 2018
T S (MammaBoo) | Nov 7, 2018

You could call them but there is a place with a good reputation called the Canine Country Club on 4th street also you can contact Petsmart

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Is this a non kill organization?

Judi Haight | Nov 7, 2018
Franklin Adams | Nov 7, 2018

Yep, they even take animals from Rio Rancho Animal Services and Sandoval County and other Governments and organizations in the State that would otherwise be killed. They're really good people. If you ever want to donate to a worthy local charity, this is who I wholeheartedly recommend.

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Do you keep records of adopted animals?

Chris Newbill | Nov 7, 2018
Josette Davis | Nov 7, 2018

Yes

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Do you hire people

Vicki Taylor | Nov 7, 2017
Josette Davis | Nov 7, 2017

Yes they do .

Why don't you test the dogs for giardia its is very dangerous. I think you are about the money and not the dogs. This is crazy. Never again will I adopt from you and I will not recommend this agency to anyone.

Vanessa Shackleford | Nov 6, 2021
victoria yorton | Nov 6, 2021

Consider helping this group w a donation to further their care.

do you take donations...when is a good timeto bring stuff?

Meloyde Sanchez | Nov 6, 2021
RosAnna Curley | Nov 6, 2021

I would call them for a time. Yes they take donations.

Is it open to the public?

Margie Gorski | Nov 6, 2020
Whitney Whetten | Nov 6, 2020

It's currently open by appointment. Check out their website to see which animals are available and if there is one you're interested in meeting, you can set up a meet and greet appointment

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Does wmr take medications for canines? I had a senior dog pass recently and dont want them to goto waste. The vet is unable to accept them.

Rick Jockisch | Nov 6, 2020
Christina C | Nov 6, 2020

I do believe so. Also, Pawz to Care does as well. I just had exact situation happen and I split my leftover food and meds between the two. Sorry for your loss.

Does this facility even have a phone number? I can't find one. MY dog just passed & I was hoping to donate his dog food.

Christina C | Nov 6, 2020
anime critic | Nov 6, 2020

Unfortunately it does not but you can drive up there Wednesday through sunday and drop it off anytime before 4pm

My dog broke his nail he wont let me cut it off moves too much its not bleeding but he's in pain I need help for him but I am on a fixed income can they hwlp me?

Teresa Wyatt | Nov 6, 2020
Paul Anderson | Nov 6, 2020

If you have clear nail polish it will act as a cover may help

Am trying to arrange a meet and greet for tomorrow 3/5/2020. Do I just show up or do I need to schedule time?

Cindy Johnson | Nov 6, 2020
Rylea Birrenkott | Nov 6, 2020

I would call and check because it is a pretty far drive.

Can my daughter volunteer here she is 11 years old.

Did You | Nov 7, 2019
Sky Lucero | Nov 6, 2020

Only if she's accompanied by an adult I believe

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Good afternoon. My foster dog named chevy was transferred ther on sunday morning. I was trying to get a hold of someone to see how he was doing.

Shannon Larimer | Nov 7, 2019
Andres gallegos | Nov 7, 2019

Best thing is to leave an email with the note an your email on it as well they try to get back to you patience is a vertuk k

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What is the cost to adopt a dog here

dale bertola | Nov 7, 2019
Joshua Robbins | Nov 7, 2019

I paid 250 in December.

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Wait are they open at this address ? Because someone said they moved to the mall?

jazzy marie | Nov 7, 2018
Stuart Silloway (Schmoid) | Nov 7, 2018

This is the main facility. They have an adoption location at Cottonwood Mall that just moved store fronts.

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What time do the kennels open?

mariyah file | Nov 7, 2018
Lawrence R | Nov 7, 2018

11am I believe

This store in Rio Rancho has been closed for some time.

Jeff Pasquier | Nov 7, 2018
Rachael | Nov 7, 2018

It moved to Cottenwood mall.

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Do you have any golden retriever puppies for adoption?

Aaliyah Lucero | Nov 7, 2018
Rachael | Nov 7, 2018

Check there website. They have all there animals up for adoption on the website.

A cat owner died and left three cats behind, i want to help, but I have full house of pets. What can I do about the cats?

Niome Pacheco-Chavez | Nov 7, 2017
Rachael | Nov 7, 2018

Call them. They can give you more information.

Do we need to fill out an application

lily hernandez | Nov 7, 2017
Josette Davis | Nov 7, 2017

Yes you can fill out a app there just a reminder they are closed Monday and Tuesday.

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Can I just come without an appointment for shots? Thanks.

Laurence R. | Nov 7, 2017
Josette Davis | Nov 7, 2017

On website I believe there are days that you can just go in .

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What is the fee for surrendering my pet?

Laurell Johnson | Nov 7, 2017
Hosting and Ghosting | Nov 7, 2019

Surrenders are by appointment only and there is a fee to surrender your pet.

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Can teens volunteer after school to help

Richard Jemtland | Nov 7, 2017
Space | Nov 7, 2018

Yes, they can! There are some jobs you can’t do unless you’re 16 (I think it’s 16), but they can use all the help they can get! You need to attend the orientation they do there, it’s only about 30 minutes and they’ll show you around too. You can also volunteer at the location inside Cottonwood Mall.

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