Shelter

Success for the ASPCA’s Canine Rehab Center

ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center Prepares Last Group of Canine “Graduates” in New Jersey for Adoption Hundreds of dogs successfully graduate behavior rehabilitation program; ASPCA prepares for permanent relocation, expansion in North Carolina As the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) approaches the four-year anniversary of its Behavioral Rehabilitation Center pilot program, staff members […]

Breed Profile: Yorkshire Terrier

by Lauren R. Tharp Known as “Yorkies” to those who love them, the Yorkshire Terrier originated in Yorkshire, England (how appropriate, no?) where they were originally used to catch rats in clothing mills. Perky, fun, and utterly adorable, this toy breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1885 and currently reigns as the third […]

Dog Film Festival – Saturday, October 15th in NYC

See a dog film – and help shelter pets, it’s just that easy. The Dog Film Festival returns to New York City during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. The festival celebrates the remarkable bond between dogs and their people and will benefit the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals with 50% of proceeds. On Saturday, October […]

Meet Olivier

Friday is here, NYC! Time to check out a deserving dog ready for adoption this week: Meet Olivier! This tuxedo gentleman is a Boston Terrier mix. Olivier takes his time to get to know you but once he accepts you, you’ll have a best friend for life! He’s an extremely loyal guy and quite the […]

Sophie Succotash

Fun fact: Did you know that 1 in 3 American families owns a dog? If you’re without, then meet the adoptable dog of the week, Sophie. This darling girl has been through so much in her short life. Sophie was given up to a local shelter and was the most terrified dog on the block. […]

It’s Cold Outside, Baby

Hope you’re staying warm out there, city-dwellers. Need a new snuggle buddy in your life? Then meet Baby. She is a long-haired, red coated Dachshund. She’s also just absolutely adorable and completely aware of it. The HSNY shelter will be celebrating her 4th birthday on April 19th, unless of course she’s adopted! Baby is playful […]