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NYC Pets

The 10 best New York City dog parks

May 11, 2011

New Yorkers love their parks, but they also love their dogs. And since many of us live in close quarters, parks are an ideal place for dogs to run off pent up energy. While there are many parks in NYC, BellaDog Magazine has put together a list of their top 10 dog parks. McGolrick Dog [...]

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October is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month

October 16, 2010

If you’re thinking of adopting a dog, October is a great month to do so since it’s Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month. The ASPCA in New York City is inviting people to come out and adopt a dog (or a cat!) next weekend (Oct 23-24) during their special Adopt A Dog Month celebration. Here’s the info: You’re [...]

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New York City pet sitters are scheduling holiday pet sitting visits

October 5, 2010

If you will be going out of town for the holidays, we encourage you to book your pet sitting or cat boarding as soon as possible. Here at Katie’s Kitty we have a number of host families in New York City who will care for your cat or dog in their own home, so your [...]

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Kitty catios keep NYC kitties safe

June 20, 2010

Many cats in New York City don’t get out much. With outdoor space being at a minimum for most New Yorkers, it just isn’t an option. Kitty catios, though, are a way for pet owners to let their cats get some fresh air, and keep them safe at the same time. WHEN it comes to [...]

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New York dog diagnosed with H1N1

December 22, 2009

A dog in New York has tested positive for the H1N1 flu. Bedford Hills, NY – A dog in Bedford Hills, NY is believed to be the first reported case of a dog infected with the H1N1 influenza virus in the United States. Dr. Ann Hohenhaus of New York City’s Animal Medical Center, New York’s [...]

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NYC looking for leadership for city animal shelters

November 24, 2009

New York City is once again looking for someone to head up the city’s animal shelters. For the third time in six years, the struggling nonprofit group that handles animal control for the city is looking for a new leader. The search comes as the city Health Department is negotiating a new multi-year contract with [...]

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Dogs celebrate Halloween at Times Square

October 20, 2009

Pups and their people got an early start on Halloween at the Times Square Dog Day Masquerade this past Saturday. Entry fees for the costume contest went to help out Animal Haven. See The Huffington Post for more costumes from the party. Technorati Tags: Dog Day Masquerade, Halloween, dog costumes

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Italian dog breeds in NYC Columbus Day Parade

October 7, 2009

This year New York’s Columbus Day Parade, on October 12, will include Italian dog breeds. New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® is proud to announce its participation in the 65th Annual Columbus Day Parade, the world’s largest celebration of Italian-American culture, on Monday, October 12th from noon to 3:00 p.m. on Fifth Avenue [...]

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New York City ordered to create more animal shelters

September 25, 2009

New York City is lacking in animal shelters and a judge has ordered the city to build more. The ASPCA applauds a decision by the New York State Supreme Court to uphold a 2000 law mandating the existence of full-service animal shelters in all five New York City boroughs. In last week’s ruling, Manhattan Supreme [...]

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NYC residents forced to give up dogs

September 23, 2009

Due to new regulations in New York City, dog owners living in public housing must either move or give up their dogs. Tyson was a tough-looking, head-turning dog — a 60-pound, year-old Staffordshire bull terrier with a silver-gray coat and blue eyes. But the only thing tough about him was his name, his owner said. [...]

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