For those of you who have been following reports about last week’s suicide of actor Nick Santino after having his dog, Rocco, euthanized on Nick’s 47th birthday in reaction to alleged harassment by building management following the enactment of strict new dog regulations in his Upper West Side condo apartment building, we offer the following information. Animal Farm Foundation …
Efforts in New York City to create safe havens for victims of domestic violence and their pets was the subject of a New York Daily News article published on Saturday, January 28. According to the article, prepared by Daily News reporter Amy Sacks, nearly 85 percent of women who enter domestic abuse shelters report that their batterers had threatened, injured, …
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by Denise Kelly, Avian Welfare Coalition Time flies! This January 5 marks the tenth anniversary of National Bird Day, a day of action aimed at raising awareness to the plight of captive birds. Coordinated by Born Free USA and the Avian Welfare Coalition (AWC), National Bird Day is a good time to appreciate our native birds flying free outside …
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More Exciting News About the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals’ Holiday Pet Adoption Extravaganza, December 17 & 18 New York, NY – Friday, December 9, 2011 – Whiskers in Wonderland® is just around the corner, and the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals® has announced exciting additions to the event’s program. This annual holiday pet adoption extravaganza takes place from …
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Meet Hundreds of Cats and Kittens, Bunnies, Small Dogs, and Exotic Animals — with Big Dreams of Forever Homes — on December 17 & 18 The Cat Fanciers’ Association, Dr. Elsey’s, and Royal Canin Sponsor NYC’s Largest Holiday Pet Adoption Event New York, NY – Tuesday, November 15, 2011 – The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals® will present its …