Cats

Northern N.J.’s 5 Best Animal Shelters

Adopting a new dog or cat can be a bit overwhelming. We did our research and found five exceptional animal rescues and shelters in north Jersey to help you find your furry friend.

2012/09/10

(Photo Credit: Sara Oren/Mayor's Alliance For NYC's Animals)

Mayor’s Alliance Holds ‘Adoptapalooza’ Pet Adoption Event In Union Square Park

The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals, in partnership with the Petco Foundation, is holding an “Adoptapalooza” pet adoption event on Sunday in Union Square Park.

1010 WINS–2012/09/09

(Photo Credit: Rick Edwards/Mayor's Alliance For New York City's Animals)

Brooklyn Cyclones Invite Fans To Bark In The Park For Homeless Animals

The Brooklyn Cyclones are teaming up with the Mayor’s Alliance For New York City’s Animals for the annual “Bark In The Park.”

1010 WINS–2012/08/21

Adoptable cats at Pets4Luv (Photo Credit: Pets4Luv Foundation)

35 Cats From L.I. Rescue Group In Need Of Homes As Eviction Day From Mall Arrives

The rescue organization, which has a nine month discounted lease, is being kicked out to make way for restaurants and a bowling alley.

1010 WINS–2012/07/30

Pets4Luv Faces Eviction From Westfield Sunrise Mall – Seeks Temporary Housing For Dozens Of Cats And Dogs

New York (CBS New York) The Long Island based animal rescue organization Pets4Luv Foundation is being evicted from their location at the Westfield Sunrise Mall and is in urgent need of adopters and foster homes. […]

1010 WINS–2012/07/20

Tips From ‘The Couch’: Keep Your Pet Safe & Cool In The Summer Heat

As you head out this weekend, it’s one thing for us to say cool – but there are specific things you need to do to keep your pets safe for the summer.

2012/07/13

Lord & Taylor Stores Team Up With Best Friends Animal Society For A ‘Perfect Pair’ Adoption Event

The department store has teamed up with the Utah based Best Friends Animal Society and animal shelters across the East Coast and Midwest to host a “Perfect Pairs Pet Adoption Day” in celebration of the retailer’s biggest sandal sale of the season.

1010 WINS–2012/06/23

Tips on finding the best pet from the ASPCA

Local Pet Owners Seek Closure With Funerals For Deceased Animals

The loss of a pet can be a devastating experience, and a rising number of people are treating that loss the same way that they would treat the death of any other family member.

2012/05/30

ASPCA “Operation Spring Break” Offers Free Spay-Neuter Surgeries In New York City

New York (1010 WINS) – This season, the ASPCA is “Springing” into action to help prevent unwanted litters of dogs and cats from ending up at area shelters with “Operation Spring Break”. 1010 WINS Susan […]

1010 WINS–2012/04/08

A box that contained a dead cat found along the Hutchinson River Parkway (credit: Edward G. Reich / Westchester County Department of Public Safety)

Police: Animals Found Along Hutchinson River Parkway Were Euthanized

Westchester County Police Captain Thomas Gleason told WCBS 880 reporter Monica Miller that it didn’t appear that the animals were mistreated prior to their deaths.

2012/04/06

Animal Care And Control Of NY Seeks Towel And Blanket Donations To Comfort Shelter Animals

All donations will be accepted, but laundered towels and blankets are preferred, so that AC&C won’t have to bear the expense of washing the items before use.

1010 WINS–2012/03/10