Letter from The President
Spring 2018 It's every pet owner’s worst fear.... a door is open, a screen is clawed through, the back gate is ajar and your beloved pet isn't anywhere. You search high and low calling their name, shake the favorite treat…
Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week
Rochester Animal Services is proud to celebrate Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, April 8-14, 2018. Our officers are at the heart of what we do. They provide care and compassion to countless animals each year. The Animal Control Officers are…
Harris Beach, PLLC Raises Money for Verona St. Animal Society
Many thanks to our friends at Harris Beach PLLC, Attorneys at Law for raising over $500 for Verona St. Animal Society. They also held a cutest pet contest and as you can see, Lucy is definitely a winner! Lucy is…
It’s a Happy Tail for Mila & Milo!
We adopted Mila and Milo on March 24 free adoption day. We just wanted to thank you so much ! Milo was so scared when we brought him home but after 4 days he really started coming out of his…
It’s a Happy Tail for Bruce Wayne!
Hi!! I just wanted to give a update on Roady!! We have named him Bruce.....Bruce Wayne to be exact. It was the first name he actually responded to lol. Him and our current dog Franklin get along great, they haven't…
Introducing a New Pet to Your Home
Introducing a New Pet to Your Home By Shireen Haynes As spring and summer approach, many people are inclined to introduce a new pet to their home. The increased daylight hours and warm sunshine put everyone in a nice frame…
New York State Animal Rights Legislation
New York State Animal Rights Legislation By Andy Gallant and Shireen Haynes There are two pending bills in the New York legislature that would greatly benefit our pet population. The first bill is Assembly bill A-653 which promotes understanding, awareness…
Is Your Backyard Dog-Safe?
Is Your Backyard Dog-safe? By Lucy Fagan Common Backyard Dangers to Dogs Dogs are a crucial part of American's lives, with 89.7 million registered as pets in the United States in 2017. Dogs are wonderful companions who offer unconditional love…
How to Stop Your Dog’s Excessive Barking
How to Stop Your Dog’s Excessive Barking By Shireen Haynes After months of long, cold winter, who doesn’t want to be outside soaking up the sun and fresh air? Our canine companions often long to be outdoors as well. With…