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City of Las Vegas Animal Care Center

1680 North Grand Ave. * Las Vegas, NM 87701 *  (505) 426-3289

Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday & Monday: Closed

Animals Available for Adoption 

Updated Thursday, August 7, 2025

Olaf

Olaf

1 yo Pitbull Breed

Mushu

Mushu

2 yo Akita

Dakota

Dakota

2 yo Rottweiler

Boone

Boone

1 yo Pitbull Mix

Fiona

Fiona

1.5 yo Rottweiler/Doberman Mix

Thistle

Thistle

10 month old - Heeler Mix

Wallace

Wallace

8 yo Pitbull Breed

Omlet

Omlet

12 yo Chihuahua

Who We Are

"Compassion in every paw print."

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At our Animal Care Center, we are driven by a deep passion for animal welfare and a commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care to every pet in need. From daily care and medical support to behavior enrichment and adoption, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure each animal feels safe, healthy, and loved. We also engage with our community through outreach and resources, all with the goal of giving every animal a second chance at a happy, forever home.

Beatriz "Bea" Gallegos

Shelter Manager

505-426-3289

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With over six years in animal welfare, Bea brings deep compassion and leadership to her role as Animal Shelter Manager for the City of Las Vegas. Her journey began with the Animal Welfare Coalition, where she built a strong foundation in shelter operations and animal care. When operations transitioned to the City in 2022, Bea stayed—not for the title, but for the animals who needed her.

Originally set on becoming a veterinarian, she discovered her true passion in animal behavior and advocacy while working as a kennel tech. Since then, she’s dedicated her career to guiding animals from intake to adoption and supporting the community through education and outreach.

Starting as a one-person operation, Bea built the shelter from the ground up, now leading a passionate team focused on innovation, partnerships, and compassionate care. She’s been instrumental in expanding programs, improving ordinances, and securing funding for a future facility—all while continuing to prioritize the welfare of animals and the people who love them.

Certifications:

  • Animal Services Management Leadership (SUU)

  • Canine Human Relationship Institute (Behavior & Leash Handling)

  • Certified Euthanasia Technician (NM)

Areas of Expertise:
Animal behavior, shelter operations, community engagement, feral/fearful dog rehabilitation, staff management, and animal ordinance development.

Member: International Association of Canine Professionals (since 2021)

Mychaela Ortiz

Animal Care Technician

505-426-3289

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Mychaela is a dedicated Animal Care Technician with a strong passion for animal welfare and hands-on experience in daily care, cleaning, feeding, and monitoring of shelter animals. She plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, healthy, and enriching environment for every animal in her care. Known for her attention to detail and compassionate approach, Mychaela ensures each animal receives the care and comfort they need while supporting the shelter team in its mission to help pets find loving homes.

1700 North Grand Avenue

Las Vegas, NM 87701

505-454-1401

City of Las Vegas, NM

© 2025 by the City of Las Vegas, NM

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