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Misty the pit bull. (credit: Second Chance Rescue/Facebook)

Missing Pit Bull ‘Misty’ Found Safe, Back Home In New Jersey

Misty, a 6-month-old puppy, was being walked in Riverdale, New Jersey when she became fixated on a bird and took off, according to Second Chance Rescue. She darted into the woods and was out of sight in moments.

2013/05/20

Got Hairballs? ASPCA Offers Tips On National Hairball Awareness Day

It was one of those moments that I usually meet with a series of four letter doozies, but this time, I reacted to the giant grey blob on my couch (which was forming a giant stain) with a resounding “Yes!”.

1010 WINS–2013/04/26

A Baby Gull Rescued By The Wild Bird Fund. (Photo Credit: Wild Bird Fund/Facebook)

1 Year Later, Wild Bird Fund Sees Plenty Of Wild Birds — And More — On UWS

New York (CBSNewYork) It’s been nearly a year since the Wild Bird Fund opened New York City’s only center for wildlife rehabilitation, located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. “Once those doors opened, more and more people came”, co-founder Rita […]

1010 WINS–2013/03/31

(Photo: Stonehill & Taylor for NYC Feral Cat Initiative)

‘Architects For Animals’ Gives Shelter To Street Cats In New York

New York (CBSNewYork) This is no dog house. According to the Mayor’s Alliance for New York City’s Animals, there are as many as a million homeless animals living on the streets of New York, most […]

2013/01/13

Dog In Post-Sandy Shelter (Photo Credit: ASPCA/Facebook)

Hurricane Sandy Emergency Pet Shelter Seeks Volunteers Over New Year’s Holiday

The ASPCA and the Mayor’s Alliance for New York City’s Animals are looking to rally their troops over the New Year’s holiday to help pets displaced by the superstorm.

2012/12/28

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

(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

(1010 WINS Anchor Susan Richard meets Sunny the dog, the new Sandy in the 2012 revival of Annie The Musical. Photo Credit: 1010WINS)

Annie The Musical Returns To Broadway With A New Star And A Four-Legged Co-Star

In the role of Sandy is Sunny, a two year old terrier mix discovered by William Berloni of Theatrical Animals at the BARC Municipal Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas, when she was just 24 hours away from being euthanized.

1010 WINS–2012/09/30

(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

(Photo Credit: Midtown International Theatre Festival)

Midtown International Theatre Festival Brings Dozens of New Works To The New York Stage

The 13th annual Midtown International Theatre Festival kicks off Monday in Manhattan, featuring more than thirty new plays, musicals and special events.

1010 WINS–2012/07/15

Lovable Dog (Photo Credit: Mayor's Alliance For NYC's Animals)

‘Broadway Barks’ For Homeless Pets In Manhattan’s Famed Shubert Alley

Dozens of dogs and cats from 27 New York City-area animal shelters and rescue organizations will be available for adoption.

1010 WINS–2012/07/14

FILE - A dog in a shelter (Photo by David Paul Morris/Getty Images)

New Program Aims To Help New Yorkers Find Lost Pets

A grant from the ASPCA has allowed the Mayor’s Alliance for New York City’s Animals to hire a staffer to coordinate a group of volunteers, who will respond to lost pet reports filed with AC&C.

2012/06/29

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