Jaxson

About Jaxson (Queensland heeler) in Albuquerque

Jaxson is waiting for you at Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside in Albuquerque, NM 87121. Meet Jaxson, a 1-year-9-month-old Queensland Heeler / Pit Bull mix who’s currently showing off an impressive glow-up in the shelter’s Shy Dog Program. When he first arrived, he wasn’t so sure about people—but now he’s leaning in for pets, giving sweet kisses, and proving that he’s ready to trust again.Jaxson is easy to leash and heads out for walks with a little nervous energy at first, but quickly settles in. He’s very interested in other dogs and has shown polite, curious behavior—even when another dog got reactive, he handled it like a gentleman and kept his cool.Once you sit down, Jaxson is all about the affection. He’ll lean into you for pets, wags his tail, and happily hands out kisses. He already knows “sit” and takes treats gently (though he may be a bit picky about his snacks).Jaxson is a shy but incredibly sweet boy who just needs a little patience to fully shine—and once he does, you’ll have a loyal, loving best friend for life.