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Safe Summer Fun with Your Pets

Some of t ways you can give your pets a memorable summer while being safe and sensible.

OOTC Editor June 29, 2022

East Village Fifth Graders Tackle Animal Welfare Challenges

East Village Community School students focus their spring Service Learning Project on the issues of pet abandonment and separation of pets from their owners, reach out to the Mayor’s Alliance for information.

OOTC Editor May 24, 2022

Domestic Violence Survivors with Pets Get New Pet Park at URI Residence

Urban Resource Institute (URI) has announced plans to create a new outdoor pet park at Brighter Days shelter, in Queens, with a grant from the Banfield Foundation.

OOTC Editor April 17, 2022

March is Adopt a Guinea Pig Month!

If you’re thinking about adopting a guinea pig, here is want to consider about their care.

OOTC Editor March 17, 2022

Thinking About Adopting a Rabbit? February is Adopt-a-Rabbit Month!

Rabbits are not the ideal pets for everyone. They require particular kind of care in a safe environment. But if you love rabbits and are willing to care for them properly, you’re in for a rewarding adventure.

Rob Scarpa February 22, 2022

Urban Birds vs. Big City Dangers: How We Can Help

Birds face many perils in urban environments. Human behaviors cause many of these dangers. And New York City is a microcosm of the global threat to bird populations.

Rob Scarpa January 24, 2022

Holiday Wishes from the Mayor’s Alliance

The holidays are a great time to give to the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC Animals.

Rob Scarpa December 21, 2021

Three Good Reasons to Adopt A Little New Yorker Today®!

Three reasons why National Senior Pet Month is a good time to open your home to a senior pet.

Rob Scarpa November 18, 2021

Global Cat Day 2021: Killing Cats is Not the Answer

Cats worldwide are under attack. Governments and lawmakers continue to enact legislation that supports animal control practices that trap and kill thousands of cats around the globe.

Rob Scarpa October 26, 2021