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Toss That Tinsel! The ASPCA Issues Pet Safety Tips For The Holidays

The ASPCA recommends non-toxic decorations such as wood, fabric or even pine cones.

1010 WINS–2012/12/16

Over 100 Pets Being Boarded At Emergency Post-Sandy Shelter

While they would rather stay with their pets, many New Yorkers are taking advantage of the services of the Emergency Boarding Center in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn until they’re back on their feet.

2012/11/24

ASPCA Offers Deep Discounts On ‘Cat Friday’

Cats over a year old will have their adoption fees waived, while kittens — ages four months to one year — will have an adoption fee of only $50. Normally, the adoption fee for kittens is $125.

2012/11/23

Shelters Step In For Superstorm Sandy Victims Who Can’t Keep Their Pets

Many victims of Superstorm Sandy have lost a lot, including their homes, possessions and everything precious, and now as they try to rebuild their lives, some families are also faced with the danger of losing their pets.

2012/11/20

One of the pets boarded at the ASPCA's emergency boarding facility. (credit: Facebook/ASPCA)

ASPCA Makes Emergency Boarding Available For Pets Displaced By Sandy

Many families who suffered catastrophic losses in Superstorm Sandy are struggling to get back on their feet. For some families, caring for a pet in such circumstances can be simply overwhelming.

2012/11/19

Dog up for adoption featured on Furry Friend Finder (credit: CBS 2)

ASPCA Opens Emergency Boarding Facility For Displaced New York Pets

The ASPCA has opened an emergency boarding facility for New York City pets displaced by Superstorm Sandy. The shelter is being funded with $500,000 donated by celebrity chef Rachael Ray.

2012/11/17

Grant From Rachael Ray Sets Up Shelter For NYC Pets Displaced By Sandy

A $500,000 grant from celebrity chef Rachael Ray has made it possible for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to set up a shelter for pets displaced by Superstorm Sandy.

2012/11/17

A resident and his dog are evacuated from a neighborhood in Little Ferry, New Jersey on October 30, 2012. (Photo credit: MEHDI TAAMALLAH/AFP/Getty Images)

Animal Rescue Groups Helping People & Pets Displaced By Superstorm Sandy

The ASPCA and others have been rescuing animals throughout New York City and in parts of New Jersey that were left behind after their owners were forced to evacuate.

2012/11/05

Humane Law Enforcement Badge (credit: ASPCA)

Queens Woman Accused Of Neglecting Dog Found Tied To A Tree

Crystal Lashley, 18, was arrested earlier this week, months after her 6-year-old German Shepherd mix, named Briana, was found tethered to a tree with a visible neck wound, the ASPCA announced.

2012/10/26

(Photo Credit: Central Park Conservancy)

Central Park Conservancy Hosts Tenth Annual My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair

Central Park goes to the dogs on Saturday as the Central Park Conservancy hosts the 10th annual My Dog Loves Central Park Country Fair.

1010 WINS–2012/10/13

Queens Resident Arrested For Alleged Dog Starvation And Neglect

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Law Enforcement Agents arrested a 55-year-old Queens resident for allegedly neglecting and starving her 3-year-old male Yorkshire terrier.

2012/08/22

Joey the pit bull (credit: Suffolk County SPCA)

Reward Grows In Case Of Pit Bull Puppy Tossed Out Of Moving Car In Brentwood

The 3-month-old pup named Joey was found in a black plastic bag at the closed Pilgrim Psychiatric Center near the Sagtikos Parkway in Brentwood Saturday afternoon.

2012/08/16

ASPCA: Bronx Woman Arrested After Dog Found Tied To Fence

Back on June 23, a passerby called Animal Care & Control after finding a dog tied to a fence in a park near the intersection of Seward and Underhill avenues, officials said.

2012/08/02