Meet your adoptable dog of the week: Dominique! Dominique originally came to HSNY with a broken back leg. Since then, this sweet girl has underwent multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation. Now, this spunky lady is back to her normal self, running and jumping like nothing ever happened! As you can see from her pictures, Dominique […]
Poodle Profile
By Lauren Tharp The perfect mix of beauty and brains, the Poodle has rightly earned its spot as the 8th most popular breed in America and the 2nd most intelligent by the American Kennel Club. The Poodle, originally used as a hunting dog, has had an ever-changing role throughout its history. Being employed as anything […]
Meet Gloria
Attention Lap Dog Lovers! Are you looking for a little pup to give you unconditional love? Then meet Gloria, your adoptable dog of the week! She is an affectionate and loving Chihuahua mix pup. Gloria is looking to spend the rest of her golden years with a kind, gentle family. This super sweet girl is […]
Protect your pets from Hi-Rise Syndrome
With temperatures above normal in many parts of the country, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is urging all pet owners, especially those who live in multi-story residences, to place screens in their windows to prevent their pets from falling out—incidents commonly referred to as “high-rise syndrome.” Unscreened windows […]
Rottweiler Profile
by Lauren R. Tharp Opinions of Rottweilers vary wildly. While many remember Alexandra Day’s Good Dog, Carl children’s book series, still more remember the breed as the “evil” dogs from The Omen. The one thing everyone seems to agree on? Rottweilers make excellent guard dogs! Most commonly used as guard dogs, this breed is also […]
Happy Hilda
Today is March 23rd which means it is National Puppy Day! Do you need another reason to consider pet adoption today? If adopting a new furry animal isn’t in your immediate plans, please visit one of the many local New York City animal shelters or rescues and give these homeless animals some desperately needed attention. […]