FAVS veterinary surgeon Ross Doust, DVM, and Philip Pacchiana, DVM, demonstrate emergency response techniques and examination with NYPD K-9 Unit Officer Michael Fadl and his canine partner, Cagney.
Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists Supports NYC's Animals
Pet Food Drive
Again this year, Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists (FAVS) — a Mayor's Alliance veterinary partner that has treated numerous animals through our Picasso Veterinary Fund program — is conducting a food drive that will benefit Mayor's Alliance Participating Organizations. They are asking that people donate canned cat food, canned dog food, dog biscuits, and pet toys. The donations will be dispersed by the Mayor's Alliance to selected member organizations throughout the city.
Manhattan: Anjellicle Cats Rescue, City Critters, KittyKind
Bronx: Paws All Around, Poor Animals of St. Francis
Brooklyn: Slope Street Cats, Animal Care & Control
Queens: CSM Stray Foundation, Linda's Feral Cat Assistance, SaveKitty Foundation
Staten Island: P.L.U.T.O. Rescue of Richmond County, Feline Rescue of Staten Island
Donations will be accepted through January 2, 2008. If you'd like to donate items to the drive, you can bring them to Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists, 1 West 15th Street (at 5th Avenue), Manhattan. Preferred drop-off times are 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. If you have questions about the food drive, please contact Monica Dunn, FAVS Hospital Manager, at (212) 924-3311.
NYPD K-9 Unit First Aid Training
In another show of support for a special breed of NYC animals, FAVS provided New York Police Department K-9 Unit handlers with extensive emergency intervention training as a part of an exclusive NYPD Emergency Veterinary Training program.
During the three-hour course and live demonstration, officers learned first aid techniques and procedures to administer vital first aid care for their four-legged partners in case of an on-the-job injury or accident. Subjects covered included physical examinations, airway management, heat stroke, electrocution, poisoning, gunshot and stab wounds, and breathing tube insertion, among other topics.
The training course is part of a support program provided by FAVS to contribute its services and expertise to local law enforcement and the community.
About Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists
Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists and 24 Hour Emergency Care (FAVS) is a unique facility specializing in referral and emergency care. Located in the heart of lower Manhattan, FAVS offers a full spectrum of medical and surgical services, including digital radiography, emergency and critical care, fluoroscopy, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, and pain management. In partnership with referring veterinarians, FAVS is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards with a team of specialists, nurses, and support staff to ensure pets receive the very best specialty and emergency care.
