Dec. 12, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen & Adam Daly How much is that doggie in the window? The state says it’s not for sale. Brooklyn’s pet store owners, known for selling furry friends, are hoping legal intervention will halt the incoming statewide ban, which they say will be detrimental to business in the lead-up…
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The state of animal welfare in New York City? Not great, advocates say at City Council hearing
Sep. 17, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Veterinarians, animal rescuers and nonprofit leaders packed City Hall on Friday for a six-hour hearing on the state of animal welfare in New York City. What is the state of animal welfare? Not great, according to the testimony of more than 100 people. Rescuers and shelters are struggling,…
‘A solvable problem’: Brooklyn’s animal rescuers say city-funded veterinary clinics could help end shelter crisis
Aug. 29, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Brooklyn’s animal shelters are facing a crisis: there are too many animals in need of a home, and not enough adopters. Shelters are overcrowded, rescuers are working overtime, and a break seems unlikely. Local experts say they can’t adopt their way out of the crisis, and large-scale change…
Flatbush Kitty Limits: Flatbush Cats opens new clinic to address feral feline overpopulation
Aug. 28, 2023 By Melissa Fishman
A brand new 3,700-square-foot veterinary clinic is coming to Flatbush to provide care for cats and dogs in need of a good home.