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…
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…
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…
As a member of the New York State Animal Protection Federation, we’re asking you to take action for animal shelters across NY. Tell Governor Cuomo how important it is to include the $5 million Companion Animal Capital Fund in his…
Holiday Home Safety Tips for Pets Shireen Haynes No time of the year is more beautiful than the December holidays. Lights, greenery and decorations of all kinds turn our mundane worlds into something magical. The wonder of the season appeals…
Holiday Food Safety Tips for Pets Shireen Haynes December is a festive month with celebrations of all kinds. The upcoming holidays are a time of joy and cheer but nothing can ruin your holiday spirit like a trip to the…
Holiday Visiting and Travel Tips Shireen Haynes One of the greatest joys of the holiday season is getting together with family and friends. Visitors may come in from out-of-town or we may even travel ourselves to go visit loved ones.…
Holidays are always a chaotic time of year with many holiday parties, shopping excursions and often extra house guests. Although we find ourselves with these ‘once a year’ happenings, it’s still important to maintain a consistent schedule when it comes…
We adopted Scarlett and her sister Ava from you and they are such a joy to have around. They love to snuggle. —Brenda to our family. -- ToniLyn
I adopted my two dogs from Verona Street Animal Society. Jasper came to my home in August and Jarvis in January. (Jasper is on top, Jarvis on the bottom.) They love each other and are great dogs. The staff at…
The 11th annual event was a tremendous success drawing in 622 registered runners and 280 registered dog walkers to raise funding and awareness for the animal shelter. The event resulted in adoption of 11 dogs and 2 cats. During the…
After searching for the perfect addition to our family after Buffy passed away over a year ago, fate and good vibes brought us to Maxi. She was a stray that was found running down a busy road and was severely…
We adopted Milton and Charlotte one month ago tomorrow! They are absolutely everything we could've asked for, we are lucky pet parents ❤️ - Tonilyn
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Animal Services. We have begun the new fiscal year much as we ended the prior one, with monthly Save Rates above 80%. Intakes are down from historic levels as a result of our commitment…
Written by Jennifer Brown, Founder and President of VSAS. It’s summertime again and with that, lots of fun to be had with your furry friend; camping, hiking, family picnics or even the beach. However this season also brings many other…
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Animal Services. As the fiscal year comes to a close I would like to highlight some of our achievements and plans for the coming year. This year we achieved a Save Rate of over…
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Animal Services It has been an unusual winter with temperature fluctuations and sporadic snowfall but progress continued undaunted at Animal Services. Proactive outreach efforts were emphasized in our field services and were bolstered by…
Written by Jennifer Brown, Founder and President of VSAS As VSAS looks forward to its next 10 years, we recognize the need to expand our impact. There are so many ongoing challenges yet to overcome, and others that will be…
Written by Jennifer Brown, President of Verona Street Animal Society When it comes to major life changes, considering how to help your pets through it should help reduce stress for both the human and the companion animal. Pets can sense…
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Rochester Animal Services With a new year comes a time of reflection on where we come from, what we have accomplished, and also looking ahead to where we are headed. When the City assumed…
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Rochester Animal Services I wrote a separate and lengthy piece that included reflections on where we started, our many accomplishments, and where we are heading. I encourage you to read that one too, however…
Written by Jennifer Brown, President of Verona Street Animal Society When you bring a new member of your family home, you may want to include him or her in your plans, including travel. Cats, which are customarily attached to their…
Written by Chris Fitzgerald, Director of Rochester Animal Services In the previous issue, I shared some tips for ensuring that your pets stay safe and secured at home with their owners. I thought I would take the opportunity to devote…