Pet Safety Tips from City of Belen Community Preservation

With the summer months arriving please keep your furry friends at home where it is cool. Don’t leave your pets inside your vehicle while out running errands, it can be fatal.

If your pets are kept outside, ensure that they have access to shade and fresh water at all times.

City of Belen Community Preservation Pet Safety Awareness Keep your furry friends safe and cool. Car temperatures can be deadly! How hot is my car? Outside - 75 Inside after 10 mins 94 after 30 mins 109. Outside - 80 Inside after 10 mins 99 after 30 mins 114 Outside - 85 inside after 10 mins 104 after 30 mins 119. Outside - 90 Inside after 10 mins 109 after 30 mins 124 Outside - 95 Inside after 10 mins 114 after 30 mins 129

4th of July

As our community prepares to celebrate the 4th of July, please remember to bring your pets inside. The loud noise from fireworks can cause anxiety and discomfort and an unsecured pet may runaway. Runaway pets are exposed to many dangers including strays and vehicles. Bring your pets inside or provide safe areas for them to retreat this 4th of July season.

If you need Animal Control assistance please call Valencia Dispatch at (505) 865-7501.

Thank you and have a safe and happy 4th of July!

City of Belen Community Preservation the Number of runaway pets increases due to the loud noise of fireworks. Keep pets inside and keep them safe. Animal Control - 505-865-7501 Have a safe and happy 4th of July!