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New York City Pet Adoption Events
New York City Pet Adoption Events
Mayor's Alliance/Maddie's Pet Adoption Festivals
and Other Special NYC Adoption Days
Following is a listing of adoption events in and
around NYC where you can go to adopt your next companion animal
— that is, your new best friend! Listed below (highlighted
in boxes) are Mayor's Alliance/Maddie's Pet Adoption Festivals where
multiple shelters and rescue groups show animals for adoption. Also
listed below are special one-time adoption days held by Alliance
Participating Organizations (APOs) at locations in or near New
York City. APOs may click here to submit
a New York City animal event.
October 2008
Marsha
Boulton / St. Martin's Press: Wally's Week – Get a Life. Give
a Dog a Home!
October 1–8, 2008
Call for adoption hours
ASPCA, 424 East 92nd Street, Manhattan
Adopt a shelter dog and receive a free adoption gift
bag (while supplies last) with useful and fun items to help make
the transition from shelter life to loving home. Pet-Valu stores
have provided goodies ranging from Homeopath Hemp and Tree Tea Oil
shampoo (for dogs) to Bags-on-Board biodegradable carry-along poop
bags (for responsible owners). Also included are holistic natural
food samples from Wellness and human-grade biscuits and treats from
Old Mother Hubbard. Adopters also get to know the dog who inspired
this event — Wally, a Bull Terrier who looks like a bicycle
seat. St. Martin's Press is providing free copies of author Marsha
Boulton's latest book, Wally's World: Life with Wally the Wonder
Dog.
For more information, visit the Wally's
Week web site. For adoption information, visit the ASPCA
web site.
General
Theological Seminary: Blessing of the Animals and Microchipping
Clinic
Saturday, October 4, 2008
2:00–3:00 p.m.
General Theological Seminary, 21st Street (midblock,
between 9th and 10th Avenues), Manhattan
General Theological Seminary celebrates the life
of St. Francis of Assisi, renowned for his love of animals, by offering
a "Blessing of the Animals." The event also commemorates
World Animal Day. All are welcome at our service — every animal,
every human! The service will take place outdoors on the steps of
our Chapel, weather permitting; in case of rain, the service will
be moved indoors. Please remember to leash your dogs. Small animals,
including fish, reptiles, and pets in travel cases are all welcome.
The service will last about 20 minutes. City Critters will be present
to provide pets for adoption, and the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's
Animals will be providing low-cost ($25, includes registration)
microchipping services.
For more information, contact the General Theological
Seminary at (212) 243-5150, or visit the General
Theological Seminary web site.
New
Rochelle Humane Society: Dog Adoption Day at Walter's Hot Dogs
Saturday, October 4, 2008
11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Walter's Hot Dogs, 937 Palmer Avenue, Mamaroneck,
NY
Eat at Walter's, meet and greet a hot dog
from the New Rochelle Humane Society!
For more information, visit the New
Rochelle Humane Society web site.
Church
of the Resurrection: Blessing of Pets
Saturday, October 4, 1008
11:00 a.m.
Church of the Resurrection, 85-09 118th Street, Kew
Gardens, Queens
Bobbi and the Strays will be attending the mass with
a few of their senior and sick dogs. The church has also decided
for a second year in row to donate money collected at this mass
to Bobbi and the Strays. Following this event, Senator Serf Maltese
will host a pet adoption day at Bobbi and the Strays at Atlas Park.
Refreshments will be provided.
For more information, visit the Church
of the Resurrection web site or the Bobbi
and the Strays web site.
KittyKind:
"Seniors for Seniors" Adoption Event at PETCO
October 4 & 5, 2008
1:00–6:00 p.m.
PETCO - KittyKind Adoption Center, 860 Broadway (near
17th Street), Union Square, Manhattan
KittyKind is proud to announce its second Seniors
for Seniors adoption event of the year. The first event held in
April was a success and resulted in the adoption of six cats. Seniors
for Seniors offers a unique opportunity for seniors (or anyone interested
in a calm loving cat!) to meet some of KittyKind's senior cats,
all of whom are looking to find their "forever" home,
and will provide infinite amounts of love, affection, and joy in
return. Knowledgeable adoption representatives will be available
to make the perfect match with a new feline friend.
For more information, contact KittyKind at kittykind_events@yahoo.com,
or visit the KittyKind
web site.
Bideawee:
Adopt a Shelter Dog Weekend
October 4 & 5, 2008
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Manhattan: Bideawee, 410 East 38th Street (between
1st Avenue & FDR Drive)
Wantagh: 3300 Beltagh Avenue
Westhampton: 118 Old Country Road
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and Bideawee
encourages you to contribute to the homeless dog solution by adopting
a shelter dog! When you adopt a dog, you don't only save that dog;
you also make room for Bideawee to be able to save more dogs in
his/her place. Bideawee dog trainers and matchmakers will be available
for consultation at all locations. All dog adoptions include spay/neuter,
age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, heartworm test, and one
free dog training consultation. Adoption event guests will have
a chance to win gift certificates to Bideawee Veterinary Practices,
a dog training series in Wantagh, and other prizes. Also enjoy agility
demonstrations in Wantagh and Westhampton and a search and rescue
exhibition in Westhampton.
For more information, contact Dolores Stormo at dolores.stormo@bideawee.org,
or visit the Bideawee
web site.
The
Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine: St. Francis Day Fair Blessing
of the Animals
Sunday, October 5, 2008
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, 1047
Amsterdam Avenue (between West 111th and West 112th Streets), Manhattan
Join Animal Care & Control, Bideawee, and other
shelters and rescue groups at the annual St. Francis Day Fair Blessing
of the Animals, where thousands of New Yorkers, their animal companions,
and many international guests gather to honor St. Francis' message
of compassion for all of creation. The event also commemorates World
Animal Day. In addition to a blessing of the animals on the Cathedral
green, enjoy artists and performers, as well as exhibitors including
animal advocacy groups, pet adoption agencies, environmental lobbyists,
peace and social justice advocates, and social service organizations.
Event is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit the Bideawee
web site or Animal
Care & Control web site.
ASPCA
/ Love Thy Pet: ASPCA Mobile Adoption Van
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Sunday–4:00 p.m.
Love Thy Pet, 164 Union Street, Brooklyn
The ASPCA comes to our establishment Approx: 6 to
8 weeks apart. Cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies will be available
for adoption on the ASPCA Mobile Adoption Van.
For more information, visit the ASPCA
web site.
Social
Tees: Adoption Van at Whiskers Holistic Petcare
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Noon–7:00 p.m.
Whiskers Holistic Petcare, 235 East 9th Street (at
2nd Avenue), Manhattan
Cats, dogs, kittens, puppies, and exotic animals
will be available for adoption in the North Shore Animal League
America adoption van outside Whiskers Holistic Petcare.
For more information, contact Robert at (212) 614-9653
or robert@socialtees.com,
or visit the Social
Tees Animal Rescue web site.
SaveKitty
Foundation: Adoption Day at Forest Hills Festival of the Arts
Sunday, October 5, 2008
11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Forest Hills Festival of the Arts, Austin Street
(between 71st and Continental Avenues), Spot #132, Forest Hills,
Queens
Come see our beautiful cats and kittens. Adoptions
have been slow lately and we have plenty of them — more than
many of the major shelters in NYC! We'll also have gift items for
sale, including new SaveKitty tote bags at a special discounted
rate of $5.
For more information, contact Rosary at (718) 507-6843
or rosaryzap@aol.com, or
visit the SaveKitty
Foundation web site.
Sean
Casey Animal Rescue: Happy Pets Adoption Event
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Noon–5:00 p.m.
Happy Pets, 9818 4th Avenue (between Marine Avenue
and 99th Street), Bay Bridge, Brooklyn
Cats, dogs, and exotic pets will be available for
adoption.
For more information, contact Charles Henderson
at (718) 436-7387, or visit the Sean
Casey Animal Rescue web site.
AC&C
/ Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals: Adoption Day and Microchipping
Clinic
Saturday, October 11, 2008
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Church of Notre Dame, 405 West 114th Street (at Morningside
Drive), Manhattan
Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens will be available
for adoption in the North Shore Animal League America adoption van.
Low-cost microchipping will be offered to neighborhood cats and
dogs for $25 (cash or check). If you'd like to have your cat or
dog microchipped, please bring him/her to the event in a carrier
or on a leash. We'll ask for your contact information and the name
and phone number of someone you trust in case you can't be reached
and your dog or cat is found. Ready New York will be on hand to
answer questions about disaster preparedness and your animals.
For more information on adoption, visit the AC&C
web site. For more information on microchipping, contact the
Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals at (212) 252-2350 or info@AnimalAllianceNYC.org.
AC&C
/ Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals: Camp Bow Wow: Adoption Van
and Microchipping Clinic
Saturday, October 11, 2008
2:00–5:00 p.m.
4716 Austell Place, Long Island City, Queens
Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens will be available
for adoption in the North Shore Animal League America adoption van.
Low-cost microchipping ($25, cash or check) will be offered by the
Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals.
For more information on adoption, visit the AC&C
web site. For more information on microchipping, contact the
Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals at (212) 252-2350 or info@AnimalAllianceNYC.org.
Sean
Casey Animal Rescue: Adoption Van at Willie's Dawgs
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Noon–5:00 p.m.
Willie's Dawgs, 351 5th Avenue, Brooklyn
Cats, dogs, kittens, puppies, and exotic animals
will be available for adoption in the North Shore Animal League
America adoption van outside Willie's Dawgs.
For more information, visit the Sean
Casey Animal Rescue web site.
Anjellicle
Cats Rescue: Adoption Van
Sunday, October 12, 2008
1:00–6:00 p.m.
West 66th Street and Columbus Avenue, Manhattan
Cats and kittens will be available for adoption in
the North Shore Animal League America adoption van. Visit our web
site and e-mail us if there is a specific cat you want to meet.
For more information, contact Tracey Toole at (917)
216-1748 or anjelliclecats@yahoo.com,
or visit the Anjellicle
Cats web site.
Social
Tees: Adoption Van at Whiskers Holistic Petcare
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Noon–7:00 p.m.
Whiskers Holistic Petcare, 235 East 9th Street (at
2nd Avenue), Manhattan
Cats, dogs, kittens, puppies, and exotic animals
will be available for adoption in the North Shore Animal League
America adoption van outside Whiskers Holistic Petcare.
For more information, contact Robert at (212) 614-9653
or robert@socialtees.com,
or visit the Social
Tees Animal Rescue web site.
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at CFA-Iams Cat Championship New York
Saturday, October 18, 2008
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Madison Square Garden (Garden Terrace), Manhattan
Come out to Madison Square Garden and meet
your new feline love! Cats and kittens of all kinds, sizes,
colors, and breeds will be available for adoption from more
than a dozen shelters and rescue groups. The cat show's agility competition will be open to the feline
public (pre-registered) and adoptable rescue cats!
For more information, contact the Mayor's Alliance
for NYC's Animals at (212) 252-2350 or info@AnimalAllianceNYC.org.
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Times
Square Alliance: 4th Annual Times Square Dog Day Masquerade
Sunday, October 19, 2008
1:00–3:00 p.m.
Times Square, intersection of 7th Avenue and Broadway,
Manhattan
Costumed canines will compete in a contest to raise
awareness for Animal Haven's Adopt-A-Pet program. Dogs of all breeds
and sizes are invited to dress up and enter. Top prizes will be
awarded to the dogs whose costume best evokes "Times Square,"
"Broadway," or the "2008 Election." Dogs will
be available for adoption. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, contact at (212) 768-1560
or events@TimesSquareNYC.org,
or visit the Times
Square Alliance web site. To pre-register, visit the Times
Square Alliance web site.
New
Rochelle Humane Society: HowlO-Ween/Grand Re-Opening Party
Saturday, October 25, 2008 (rain date is October
26)
1:00–4:00 p.m.
New Rochelle Humane Society, 70 Portman Road, New
Rochelle, NY
Fun for our two-legged and four-legged friends!
Costume party, along with fun and games with the adoptable dogs
from the New Rochelle Humane Society! Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit the New
Rochelle Humane Society web site.
Community
Foundation for Greater New Haven / Friends of the New Haven Animal
Shelter / Hot Water Rescue / Bikers Against Animal Cruelty: "Lies,
Myths and the Truth" National Pit Bull Awareness Day Event
Saturday, October 25, 2008
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Edgerton Park (Corner
of Whitney Avenue and Cliff Street), New Haven, CT
Join us for a fun-filled educational day to celebrate
this noble breed, the responsible owners, and advocates who love
them. Meet the real dog behind the headlines, not the stereotype
media uses to catch public attention and see that it is an owner
problem, not a dog problem! Special guests will be Rescue
Ink and John Voket of 99.1 WPLR and STAR 99.9 FM. Pet adoptions
by North Shore Animal League; obedience and agility demonstrations;
Canine Good Citizen testing; ASPCA presentation by Deborah Bresch;
dog couture fashion show by Uniquely Yours; positive Pit Bull videos
by Vicky Spinella; Pit costume contest; games, vendors, raffles,
food, and much more. All well-socialized, well-behaved, leashed
(no retractables, please) dogs are welcome.
For more information, visit the Bikers
Against Animal Cruelty web site.
AC&C: Adoption
Van at Inwood Park
Saturday, October 25, 2008
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Inwood Park, Seaman Avenue and Isham Street, Manhattan
Cats and dogs will be available for adoption in the
North Shore Animal League America adoption van at Inwood Park.
For more information on adoption, visit the AC&C
web site.
K-9
Kastle: Adoption Van
Saturday, October 25, 2008
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
1st Avenue and 14th Street (SE corner), Manhattan
Cats and kittens will be available for adoption in
the North Shore Animal League America adoption van.
For more information, visit the K-9
Kastle web site.
SaveKitty
Foundation: Adoption Van
Saturday, October 25, 2008
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
PAustin Street and 71st Avenue, Forest Hills, Queens
Cats and kittens will be available for adoption in
the North Shore Animal League America adoption van.
For more information, contact Rosary at (718) 507-6843
or rosaryzap@aol.com, or
visit the SaveKitty
Foundation web site.
Animal
Center of Queens: Adoption Van
Sunday, October 26, 2008
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Street Fair, College Point Boulevard (between 14th
and 20th Avenues, Queens
Cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies will be available
for adoption in the North Shore Animal League America adoption van.
For more information, contact Boris Niyazov at (718)
424-3340 or borisbowwow@aol.com,
or visit the Animal
Center of Queens web site.
November 2008
Bideawee:
Adopt an Adult/Senior Dog Open House Weekend
November 1 & 2, 2008
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Bideawee Manhattan, 410 East 38th Street, Manhattan
Bideawee Wantaugh, 3300 Beltagh Avenue, Long Island
Bideawee Westhampton, 118 Old Country Road, Long
Island
Join Bideawee as we celebrate the reasons why adult
and senior pets are so wonderful, during our "Adopt an Adult/Senior
Pet Open House Weekend." Meet Bideawee matchmaker and training
staff at our Westhampton, Wantagh, and Manhattan locations and learn
why adopting an older cat or dog may be the right choice for you.
If adoption at this time isn't an option, you can also learn more
about fostering older cats and dogs. We'll also have light refreshments,
and be offering our guests a chance to win a door prize.
For more information, contact Dolores Stormo at (516)
785-4079 x0 or dolores.stormo@bideawee.org,
or visit the Bideawee
web site.
Sean
Casey Animal Rescue: Happy Pets Adoption Event
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Noon–5:00 p.m.
Happy Pets, 9818 4th Avenue (between Marine Avenue
and 99th Street), Bay Bridge, Brooklyn
Cats, dogs, and exotic pets will be available for
adoption.
For more information, contact Charles Henderson
at (718) 436-7387, or visit the Sean
Casey Animal Rescue web site.
December 2008
Sean
Casey Animal Rescue: Happy Pets Adoption Event
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Noon–5:00 p.m.
Happy Pets, 9818 4th Avenue (between Marine Avenue
and 99th Street), Bay Bridge, Brooklyn
Cats, dogs, and exotic pets will be available for
adoption.
For more information, contact Charles Henderson
at (718) 436-7387, or visit the Sean
Casey Animal Rescue web site.
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