Tag: September

Posted on

Happy solstice to all. We have some special pets to share with you. September 24-25

Happy solstice to all. We have some special pets to share with you. September 24-25

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The shedding does not stop. Sweeping, brushing, washing, it keeps coming! Not a problem when you think of the love you get in return. It’s worth it.

Some breeds with a double coat, like German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, Akitas, Samoyeds, and Malamutes, experience “coat blow.” Coat blow is when dogs switch from their winter coats to their summer coats.

A grooming kit with three essential tools is good to keep handy.

  • Brushes: These come with rubber tines, synthetic or natural bristles, metal pins, or fine metal tines. Metal tines are often found on what are called “slicker” brushes. The Delomo Dog Grooming Glove is an eco-friendly tool that can give your cat or dog a massage while de-shedding and removing dander.
  • Blade-on-a-handle metal combs: These are de-shedding tools, like Furminator, Oster Shedmonster, or Paws and Pals.
  • Wide-toothed combs: They have widely separated teeth and come in plastic or metal. Shiny Pet offers a popular comb that removes knots and won’t hurt your pet.

While cats are generally low maintenance, experts say introducing your kitty to healthy grooming habits early on is your best option. Your dog or cat can use the brushes above.

On the other hand, cats are more self-sufficient when left with a clean litter box, food, and fresh water. Unlike dogs, they might not destroy things when dealing with separation anxiety. If you leave them with the necessities, they can be left alone for up to 24 hours.

If leaving your pet longer than the recommended time, it’s a good idea to have a dog walker or friend come and check on them to make sure they have what they need. And if they have a fur friend to keep them company, two heads are better than one.

WEEKLY EVENTS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Louie’s Legacy – 11:00am-2:00pm

Blessing of the Animals & Pet Adoption Event

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 347 Davis Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310

SICAW – SICAW will be at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave., from 1:00 to 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Louie’s Legacy – 11:00am-7:00pm – Staten Island

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice Fall Market & Adoption Event

Empire Outlets at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal

55 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301

(Located on the 2nd level across from the Old Navy Outlet)

SICAW: Bricktown Commons Petco, 165 Bricktown Way, Suite 1C, on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Petzey had a special event last weekend, and it was a huge success.

Pawrents have access to many local pet-focused small businesses emphasizing wellness, like canine massages, a healthy treat bar, complimentary nail trimming, pup-yoga, local dog-sitting services, dog delivery services, and tons of more paw-some fun! Check them out.

Thank you to those that work so hard. We are always grateful to the volunteers who organize pet events every week in and around the borough, send out announcements, hold fundraisers, help with supplies, clean cages, feed animals, make sure the pet’s medical needs are attended to, and so much more. All of this is done without pay, all for love, and behind the scenes.

GIFTS FOR ANIMAL LOVERS

Stellar Villa is a New York City-based artist who recently raised over $11,500 for pet shelters after she single-handedly created 1,252 custom art pieces of pets over 21 days. Now, she is working to create ongoing partnerships with local animal shelters to continue raising money. If you’re looking for a gift for a dog lover, check out Stellar’s work.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Do you love dogs? Do you love beer? Then fetch a cold one at the Flagship Brewing Co.’s Dog Club. The club meets every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Flagship Brewery taproom, 40 Minthorne St., off Bay Street.

The Flagship’s Dog Club is for that special breed of dog and beer lovers who can bring their (well-behaved) pups to the meetings. Once a month, there will be a guest speaker to talk about their own specialty or knowledge regarding the welfare of their treasured, loyal friends.

For more information, visit https://www.restaurantji.com/ny/staten-island/the-flagship-brewing-company-/ or call 718-448-5284.

ONGOING

1. Low-cost or free spay and neuter: The ASPCA’s free and low-cost mobile spay and neuter van travels throughout the five boroughs in every neighborhood.

Low-income pet owners in the five boroughs with proof of public assistance, such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), or public housing qualify for free spay/neuter services for their cat or dog. If you have a pit bull, pit-bull mix, or certain large breed dogs, it’s also free.

For exact times the van will be in your area, as well as pre-visit instructions, visit aspca.org/pet-care/spayneuter, or call 877-SPAY-NYC (877-772-9692).

2. Apply for a dog license. Save time and postage by applying online. For an application or more information, visit nyc.gov/doglicense. View the flyer in the gallery above.

ALFRESCO DINING WITH YOUR DOG

· Angelina’s Ristorante, 339 Ellis St., Tottenville, 718-227-2900

· The Burrito Bar, 585 Forest Ave., West Brighton, 718-815-9200

· Ciro Pizza Café, 862 Huguenot Ave., Huguenot, 718-605-0620

· Killmeyer’s Old Bavaria Inn, 4254 Arthur Kill Rd., Charleston, 718-984-1202

· Shake Shack, Staten Island Mall, 2655 Richmond Ave., New Springville, 929-529-0513

· Silver Lake Golf Course, 915 Victory Blvd., Silver Lake, 718-442-4653

Call ahead for reservations. For more information, check out NYC Dogs in restaurant rules.

DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS

· Allison Park, off-leash area, the field at the end of the trail bordered by Prospect Avenue, Sailors Snug Harbor Cemetery, and the pond

· Amundsen Trail, off-leash area, between Amboy Road and Hylan Boulevard

· Arthur Von Briesen Park, off-leash area, lawn area, mid-park on the right side

· Bloomingdale Park, dog run, Maguire Avenue behind athletic fields closer to Ramona Avenue

· Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, the open field above picnic area near Royal Oak Road and Rice Avenue

· Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, Brookside Avenue between Alpine Court and Kingsley Avenue (lawn area)

· Clove’s Tail Park, off-leash area, lawn area, corner of Victory Boulevard and Little Clove Road

· Conference House Park, dog run, Clermont Avenue and Massachusetts Street

· Cozzens Woods Park, off-leash area, Page Avenue between Hylan Boulevard and Amboy Road

· Crescent Beach Park, off-leash area, Tennyson Drive, and Glover Avenue. Located in the meadow area leading to the beach

· Evergreen Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue and Evergreen Street

· Father Macris Park, off-leash area, lawn beyond ball field

· Ida Court Playground, dog run, Ida Court between N. Railroad Street and Drumgoole Road East

· Lemon Creek Park, off-leash area, the bottom of Seguine Avenue at Johnston Terrace; just below playground

· Siedenburg Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue, and Evergreen Street

· Silver Lake Park, dog run, Victory Boulevard below the pavilion, across from the Parkview Apartments

· South Beach Park, off-leash area. Note: On sand only after Labor Day and before Memorial Day

· Willowbrook Park, off-leash area, Archery Range Field

· Wolfe’s Pond Park, dog run, to the left of Cornelia Avenue

For more information with rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.

Dogs cannot enter any bathing facilities, including New York City beaches. However, from Oct. 1 through May 1, leashed dogs are allowed on the sand and boardwalk at Midland Beach and South Beach.

Leashed dogs are allowed on the boardwalk/promenade at Midland Beach and South Beach.

For more information on rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.

PET POISON HELPLINES

If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, contact the Pet Poison hotline at 855-764-7661 or petpoisonhelpline.com, or contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 or aspca.org.

As the seasons change, keep in mind the plants that are poisonous to animals: https://www.rover.com/blog/poisonous-plants/

TO REPORT ANIMAL CRUELTY

To report an incident of animal abuse, call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or visit www.nypdcrimestoppers.com.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

To contact an environmental conservation police officer or report suspected violations, contact the DEC Law Enforcement Dispatch Center at 844-DEC-ECOS (844-332-3267) or dec.ny.gov/.

Posted on

September 6 update from Health Department on COVID-19 cases

September 6 update from Health Department on COVID-19 cases

At the finish of the extended weekend, the Tompkins County Health and fitness Section suggests there have now been 23,835 overall favourable instances in Tompkins County, 66 far more than on Friday, and a full of 1,936,179 exams executed. The Wellness Division is also now reporting constructive self-exam success that have been submitted by their on the web portal. They say there are 15 new good self-exam success for a total of 3,642 submitted.

Similar: TCHD: If you check positive on an at-property examination

As of Tuesday at 8:30am, the Wellbeing Division claims 336 exams were performed in the past working day. The Tompkins County Health Office publishes NYS vaccine monitoring data, displaying 88,104 Tompkins County inhabitants have a very first dose and 79,809 have accomplished vaccination (which could be one or two doses, based on vaccine).

Associated: Several are qualified for second booster or further doses, states Well being Department

The Wellbeing Division says four people today are now hospitalized for COVID-19, just one less than in Friday’s update. As of a shift in details past wintertime, “TCHD is reporting only energetic situations who are hospitalized,” instead than together with people recovered from COVID who stay hospitalized for other good reasons.

“Of the the latest uptick in hospitalizations, a extensive vast majority have been of vaccinated people,” Tompkins County Public Well being Director Frank Kruppa tells us, but “of the persons who are vaccinated and have been hospitalized for COVID-19 similar explanations, the trend holds that they are largely older grown ups, age 65+. This data details to the worth of boosters and 2nd boosters for these age 65+.”

Associated: CDC and Food and drug administration have licensed vaccines for 6 months and up, suggests Wellness Division

There have been 66 fatalities from COVID-19 recorded between Tompkins County residents, including the death of an area resident claimed in late August.

On September 4, Cornell University documented 252 lively college student conditions and 60 active faculty and employees instances. Cornell has switched to weekly updates, and the timing of their updates doesn’t allow for a direct comparison to the county’s stats.

As of September 5, Ithaca Faculty reported 40 lively university student situations, with 66 recovered, and 7 active personnel instances and 17 recovered staff members. (Ithaca College reset its recovered count to zero on August 1 to reflect the new academic year.)

The Health Division claims the community needs to protect against the spread of COVID-19 not just to protect them selves, but other individuals in our group who are most vulnerable to finding extremely ill – more mature adults, those who are immune-compromised, and people with underlying serious health disorders.

TCHD’s Frank Kruppa states, “There is a incredibly large vaccination price for our group, in particular with the successes that have been claimed by our local colleges. In addition to the arrival and surveillance testing, many of our new circumstances are arising from sustained near contact with a beneficial specific, meaning much more than 10 minutes in just 6 ft of a constructive case. These close contacts are happening extra regularly in huge indoor gatherings that blend distinctive teams of people today.”

“Over the past couple of months, our efforts have targeted on vaccinating our youthful people and furnishing booster doses to those who are suitable,” Kruppa states. “We are distributing self-exams and masks through the county as we receive shipments and thank our community companions for aiding in this effort and hard work.”

For more, observe 14850.com on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or subscribe to the 14850 Journal Every day newsletter.

Associated: Coronavirus coverage in 14850 Today

Posted on

PET FOOD EXPRESS HOSTS MONTH-LONG VIRTUAL PET FAIR PLUS SPECIAL PET ADOPTION EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS IN ALL STORES SEPTEMBER 24 & 25

PET FOOD EXPRESS HOSTS MONTH-LONG VIRTUAL PET FAIR PLUS SPECIAL PET ADOPTION EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS IN ALL STORES SEPTEMBER 24 & 25

Pet Food Express Partners with 120+ Shelters and Rescues to Find Homes for 5,000 Rescue Animals During September

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Pet Food Express, a leading retailer and trusted partner in pet health, kicks off its 12th annual Pet Fair to find forever homes for 5,000 California rescue animals. From September 1-30, Pet Food Express will partner with over 120 rescues and shelters throughout the state to offer virtual and in-person pet adoptions, and host special pet-centric events in all 64 stores, including vendor meet and greets and fresh food sampling from top brands like Stella and Chewy’s, Primal, and Nutrisource. In addition, September 24 and 25 mark the big Pet Fair weekend with Pet Adoption Extravaganza events in all stores and live virtual events such as educational seminars led by experts on topics like pet anxiety, dog training, and CBD.

From Sept 1-30, the Pet Food Express Pet Fair offers CA animal lovers a chance to adopt a new pet, participate in virtual seminars with experts, and participate in local store events. (Credit: Ellen Shershow)
From Sept 1-30, the Pet Food Express Pet Fair offers CA animal lovers a chance to adopt a new pet, participate in virtual seminars with experts, and participate in local store events. (Credit: Ellen Shershow)

“We’re really excited to host the Pet Food Express Pet Fair virtually and in-person again this year!” said Mike Murray, director of community relations for Pet Food Express. “A big benefit that we saw last year was in the reach we can achieve through an online platform. It not only supports a wider range of incredible rescues and shelters to find loving homes for more animals in need, but also gives pet parents anywhere in the US, even globally, the opportunity to educate themselves with new knowledge from experts. During the 2021 Pet Food Express Pet Fair, new homes were found for 5,662 animals which resulted in Pet Food Express distributing $141,550 in donations to participating rescues and shelters!”

Throughout September, potential adopters can use Pet Food Express’ Find a Friend search option to filter for location, breed, or even age as they scroll through and learn about adoptable animals from over 120 California-based shelters and rescues. Those who adopt receive a special 20{35112b74ca1a6bc4decb6697edde3f9edcc1b44915f2ccb9995df8df6b4364bc} off coupon for Pet Food Express as a part of the 20/20 program. Once the coupon is redeemed, the adopting organization receives a $20 donation from Pet Food Express. In 2021, the 20/20 program donated over $400,000 to rescues and shelters.

VIRTUAL PET FAIR DETAILS

September 1-30: Virtual Fair & Animal Adoptions

  • Search for, virtually meet, and adopt rescued animals from 120+ California rescues.
  • Connect with product vendors, non-profits, and more at https://petfair.petfood.express/

September 24 & 25: Virtual, Live Educational Seminars for Animal Lovers

  • All seminars are live and will be held on the Pet Fair platform at https://petfair.petfood.express/events
  • Saturday, 9/24 from 10am-4pm:
    • Topics include: “Chinchillas 101” with California Chins Chinchilla Rescue; “Surviving & Thriving with a New Dog – What To Do (and Not Do!) in the First Few Days” with Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue; “Microchips Demystified” with Rohnert Park Animal Shelter; and “Sustainability in the Pet Food Business” with Open Farm Pet
  • Sunday, 9/25 from 10am-4pm:
    • Topics include: “Whole Food Nutrition” with JustFoodForDogs; “CBD & CBG for Pets” with Primal Pet Foods; “Healthy Joint Care for Pets of All Ages” with InClover; and “Hisses to Kisses: Helping Fearful Cats Live Their Best Life” with East Bay SPCA

IN-STORE PET FAIR DETAILS

September 1-30: In-Store Food Sampling

  • All 64 Pet Food Express stores will host food sampling with top brands all month long.
  • Locate a store for sampling event times and details at https://www.petfood.express/stores/

September 24 & 25: Pet Adoption Extravaganza Events

From September 1-30, all Pet Food Express shoppers will receive 25{35112b74ca1a6bc4decb6697edde3f9edcc1b44915f2ccb9995df8df6b4364bc} off select products in-store and online at www.petfood.express with promo code PETFAIR-22.

Pet Food Express is proud to support California’s animal rescue network through its Community Outreach programs such as its Kitten Season and Fill the Food Bank efforts. Learn more at https://www.petfood.express/community-outreach/.

ABOUT PET FOOD EXPRESS

Pet Food Express is California’s trusted pet expert dedicated to helping pets live longer, healthier lives. With a reimagined experience delivered by animal-loving team members, Pet Food Express sells a variety of high quality products that they trust to give their own pets, puts pets above profits, and leads the way as a committed partner to 275+ non-profit animal rescue and shelter organizations annually. Shop and learn more at PetFood.Express. Get social on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter.

CONTACT: Sarah Andrus | Pet Food Express | [email protected] | 415.624.5617

SOURCE Pet Food Express

Posted on

Recovering addict to walk from Green Bay to Cudahy in September 2022

Recovering addict to walk from Green Bay to Cudahy in September 2022
Recovering addict to walk from Green Bay to Cudahy in September 2022

Whilst Greg Studzinski is walking away from his habit — literally. 

As a component of that journey, Studzinski, a Cudahy resident, will be walking 123 miles from Lambeau Area to the Cudahy Significant Faculty soccer subject as element of National Restoration Thirty day period in September. His wander will just take location from Sept. 1-5.

Studzinski, 44, explained when he started out likely as a result of a divorce with his spouse of 15 a long time at the very same time his organization partner at a freight firm preferred to purchase him out, “things in lifetime acquired hard, they acquired a minor backwards.” He reported he did not tackle the situation very well and built poor existence choices.

Just one of individuals alternatives led to a heroin dependancy, that associated the two promoting and working with the drug.

“Basically, for the last 10 years, my everyday living has form of been in shambles,” Studzinski claimed.