3 To See At ACC: Meet Kinu, Zipporah and Jaime (Click For Video!)
New York (CBSNewYork) CBSNewYork.com and 1010 WINS have teamed up with Animal Care Centers of New York City to let you know about some of the adoptable animals looking for loving homes in the city's shelters, and, where ACC's mobile adoption units are headed with even more great pets.
This week, we're featuring Kinu, Zipporah and Jaime! Watch Kinu enjoy a cheeseburger (!):
Kinu (A1065289) Beautiful Kinu has been at the care center for three and a half months, arriving at ACC around Valentine's Day. "When Kinu first arrived," a volunteer notes, "she was quite stoic. Having been surrendered because her owner was moving, she seemed to be in a bit of shock. She was friendly, but calm and not overly emotional. Over the last couple of weeks it has been a real pleasure to see Kinu come out of her shell. When she sees a ball, her eyes light up and she literally smiles. She prances on her back legs until you throw it and, though she's middle-aged at 7 years old, runs after it like a teenager. Once she's fetched the ball, she amuses herself by dropping it, watching it roll a few feet, and then bounding after the ball to pounce on it. This puppy-like attitude is quite the departure from her behavior when she first arrived. Similarly, she's super friendly and when the moment strikes her will cuddle on your lap." Fall in love with Kinu at ACC's Brooklyn Care Center, 2336 Linden Boulevard.
Zipporah (A1074837) "Zipporah is a beautiful girl with her tuxedo-like coat and white underbelly (which she likes to show off)," writes an ACC volunteer. "She is so sweet and serene, and she will give a little 'chirp' to get your attention. Her pastimes include rolling over and graciously accepting treats." Meet this roly-poly cutie at ACC's Staten Island Care Center, 3139 Veterans Road West.
Jaime (A1071384) This adorable and active bunny, only about one year old, was surrendered by her previous owner along with 13 other rabbits. "Jaime needs a home with lots of room for exercise and bunny-savvy people who can socialize her as she matures," writes an ACC volunteer. Meet Jaime at ACC's Manhattan Care Center, 326 E. 110th Street.
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the only open-admissions animal shelter in New York City and takes in approximately 30,000 animals every year. ACC's three Care Centers in Manhattan (326 East 110th Street), Brooklyn (2336 Linden Boulevard), and Staten Island (3139 Veterans Road West) are open for adoptions 12pm-8pm Monday thru Friday, and 10am-6pm Saturdays and Sundays.
If you're interested in one of the animals featured here, email ACC's Adoption team at adoption@nycacc.org with the animal's name and "A#", or head directly to the Care Center where the animal is located. Please note, animals featured here may already be placed by the time you arrive, but there are hundreds of great cats, dogs, and rabbits looking for loving homes every day! You can view available animals online, and at the Care Centers, ACC Adoption Counselors will help you find the best match.
You can also meet your new best friend at ACC's Mobile Adoption Center, which travels throughout the city. (Note: dates and locations are subject to change. Information will be updated as quickly as possible. Also check http://nycacc.org/Events.htm)
This week's mobile adoption events:
- Saturday, June 4, 12 - 4 pm: Pet Adoptions at lululemon athletica, 1146 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10028
- Saturday, June 4, 11 am – 3 pm: ACC's Mobile Adoption Center at Saint Philip's Episcopal Church Fair, 11th Ave. between 80th and 81st St., Brooklyn, NY 11228
- Sunday, June 5, 12 – 4 pm: Pet Adoptions hosted by the Girl Scouts, Marlborough Road, between Cortelyou and Beverly Road, Brooklyn, New York 11226
- Sunday, June 5, 12 – 4 pm: ACC's Mobile Adoption Center at Riverdale Riverfest, 6301 Riverdale Ave., Bronx, NY 10471
To adopt an animal, you must have a valid photo ID, be 18 years of age or older, and bring proof of current address. ACC adoptions include vaccinations, spay/neuter, a pre-registered microchip, an identification tag, a collar, and a certificate for a free initial exam at a participating veterinarian.
For more information, visit http://www.nycacc.org/Adopt.htm.
