Animal Humane New Mexico, for instance, cares for about 300 animals at its main Albuquerque campus at any given time.

Wildlife groups warned that purchasing and owning snakes not only breaks the law, it also causes the animals to suffer.

Mia was found outside the Mueller's home on a cold, snowy December night. While she's healthier than ever, Mia is part of a growing animal dumping problem in the area.