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Pet Access Resource Guide
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Pet Access Resource Guide 2019
Table of Contents
Section 1: Low Cost Vet Care
ASPCA…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 PAWS ……………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 Vet Mobile ……………………………………..……………………………………………………………………………..6 24 Hour Animal Helpline ……………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Vetco Clinics……………………………………………………………………………………………………………........8 NY Save …..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 The Humane Society of NY …………………………………………………………………………………………..10 Pets for Life ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 Animal Care Centers of NYC………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Animal Medical Center…………………………………………………………………………………………………13
Section 2: Pet Food/Pet Training
Pet Help Partners………..……………………………………………………………………………………………… 15 New York Common Pantry… ………………………………………………………………………………......... 16 Animal Alliance NYC……………………………………………………………………………………..................17
Section 3: Dog and Cat Grooming
American Academy of Pet Grooming …………………………………………………………………………..19
Section 4: Pets that are Dying or Deceased
Animal Care and Control of NYC …………………………………………………………………………………20 ASPCA…………………………………..………………………………………………………………………………........22 Pet Grief, Burial and Cremation Information ……………………………………………………………….23
Section 5: Volunteering with Animals
List of Opportunities…………………………………………………………………………………………………….26
Section 6: Hurricane Sheltering
Evacuation Centers……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 29 Evacuating with Pets………………………………………………………………………………………….……….. 30
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Section 1Low Cost Vet Care
ASPCA Mobile Clinic (877) 772-9692: The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter services
throughout the five boroughs, targeting the most underserved communities via a mobile
spay/neuter van. For more information on cost and logistics, check the
website: www.aspca.org/nyc/aspca-mobile-spayneuter-clinic
Operation Pit: (877) 900-PITS (7487) offers free spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping
for healthy Pit Bulls and Pit mixes between four months and six years of age, by
appointment. For more information, visit www.aspca.org/nyc/operation-pit.
NEW YORK CITY SERVICES: https://www.aspca.org/nyc
Cruelty Prevention Programs: The ASPCA's cruelty intervention efforts in New York City are focused in three main areas: animal hoarding, emergency veterinary care for underserved communities and resources for domestic violence survivors. Referrals are made for pet owners with mental health, financial or structural barriers that prevent them from providing necessary care to their pets. The ASPCA works with clients to find the best possible resolution for the animals involved.
Animal Hoarding: Animal hoarding is a widely misunderstood, complex public health issue that affects the animals and humans involved. Collecting animals is a symptom of underlying issues that cannot be appropriately addressed without also focusing on the needs of the hoarder. Hoarding situations may go unreported for fear that the people will get in trouble or that the animals will be taken away; however, early intervention allows for the best possible outcome for the animals and humans involved. Without intervention, animal hoarding situations will worsen, putting an increasing number of animals at risk.
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Domestic Violence: One in four women will experience some form of domestic or intimate partner violence in their lifetime. In a recent survey of women in a domestic violence shelter in Ohio, 42.5% reported an abusive partner harming or threatening to harm a pet. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 25% to 45% of survivors of Intimate partner violence stated that their pet was a barrier to them leaving an abusive situation, as they could not take their pet with them to a domestic violence shelter. If you are in need of identifying a domestic violence shelter,please contact the Safe Horizon Hotline at (800) 621-HOPE. Hotline volunteers can also assist in identifying shelters that accept pets and can guide you through how to care for your pet while maintaining your own safety.
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www.pawsny.org - [email protected] - (212) 203–4760, Ext. 302
Our Services: PAWS NY services are designed to help our clients overcome the physical and financial limitations they face caring for their animal companions. If you are a senior or someone with an illness or disability, and you are struggling with the day to day care of your pet, then PAWS NY might be able to assist. Please note our focus is on physical assistance, and we are unable to provide financial assistance.
House call program: This is our core program through which PAWS NY volunteers provide on-site home visits to our clients. Visits generally include: dog walking, litter maintenance, medication administration, and provision of food and water. Other services may be provided to existing clients who are already receiving the aforementioned services.
Client Eligibility: In order to qualify for services, individuals must meet each of the following criteria:
Be in need of on-going house call services as outlined above Be a New York City resident Be a senior citizen (60+), or individual suffering from a temporary or permanent
disability or illness Have an impaired ability to provide day-to-day care for your pet(s) Have a maximum gross monthly income of no more than $1,850 *Please note that PAWS NY focuses on in-home care for clients who are living at home
and are in need of on-going assistance.
SERVICES WE DO NOT PROVIDE:
Assistance when individuals are hospitalized if they are not existing clients Adoption/Placement services Spay/Neuter services Temporary boarding for pets not in our House call Program (foster only provided in
cases where an ongoing client is facing a medical emergency) Veterinary care for pets not in our House call Program
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Vet Mobile
Office: 718-544-7387InfoLINE: 718-770-7387HelpLINE: 718-321-7387
Low Cost “Vet Mobile” has served 10,000 pet guardian families in its first three years! There are two major programs introduced by Companion Animal Network. A telephone “hotline” to assist pet owners in times of crises, called “The Safety Net” Hotline, and a super low cost full veterinary service, the “low Cost Vet Mobile.” Please note: Proof of income status may be required.
Some of the Vet Mobile Services Available
Dentistry Cherry eye tie-down surgeriesMost surgeries Eye and ear infectionsGlucose curves Blood testsFIV/FELV test MangeHeartworm snap test Heartworm treatmentFecal test Splints and castsVaccinations OrthopedicsParvo test Mammary tumorsUrinary and bowel blockages Giardia testLaser therapy Board certified specialized surgeries
BRONX - TUESDAYSFordham Plaza – East 189th St. & 3rd Ave. (in front of Applebee’s)
QUEENS - WEDNESDAYS159-19 Horace Harding Expy, Fresh Meadows, Flushing – (side road of the LIE)
STATEN ISLAND - THURSDAYS1838 Victory Blvd. (near Manor Rd. & Slosson Ave. by S69 bus)
MANHATTAN - FRIDAY & SATURDAYSCorner 111st Street and First Ave. (next to Thomas Jefferson Park)
BROOKLYN – QUEENS – SUNDAYSCorner of 149th Ave. & Cross Bay Blvd. at Linden Blvd, Ozone Park/Howard Beach/East NY, Brooklyn
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24/7 Animal Help Line
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www.vetcoclinics.com
https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/
Bring your dog or cat into a Petco or Unleashed location in your neighborhood and save on the cost of vaccinations, heartworm and Lyme disease testing and purchase prescription flea, tick and heartworm prevention products. Don't risk losing your best friend - get your dog or cat microchipped at Vetco for only $15.
Vetco offers affordable, low cost vaccination services and preventive veterinary care during convenient evening and weekend hours. Our state licensed Veterinarians administer high-quality vaccines with no appointments and no exam fees. You'll find low cost dog and cat vaccinations, puppy and kitten vaccine programs and the great prices on quality pet meds at our nation-wide vet clinics at Petco. We offer heartworm tests and rabies shots, bordetella (kennel cough), distemper vaccines and much more. Visit our website and enter your zip code at the top of any page to find a Vetco clinic near you.
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P.O. Box 140486, Staten Island, NY 10314www.nysave.org /[email protected]
Phone: (917) 669-7281 / Fax: (718) 720-1110
The goal of NY SAVE is for any pet owner residing in one of the five boroughs of New York City who is truly in need of financial assistance to be able to take their pet to any participating veterinary hospital for emergency veterinary care. Pet owners can apply directly to NY SAVE or obtain services through a referral by a veterinarian who is a member of the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City. To qualify, pet owners need to provide identification and some form of documentation indicating that they are currently unemployed, on public assistance, disabled or living at or below the poverty level. There is a $2,000.00 annual limit per household. Pet owners who are able to pay a portion of the veterinary care will be asked to do so on a sliding-scale basis. Veterinarians participating in the program will reduce their fees in order to care for animals accepted for treatment under NY SAVE. The pets treated through NY SAVE will receive the same level of care as any other veterinary patients. After treating the emergency condition, the veterinarian will institute the appropriate therapy for the continued stabilization of your pet.
What is NY SAVE? NY SAVE is a philanthropic organization established to provide funding for the emergency veterinary care of companion animals when their owners are unable to pay the costs of such treatment. NY SAVE's overall purpose is to alleviate suffering of companion animals.
How does a pet owner qualify for financial aid under NY SAVE? Any New York City resident pet owner may apply when he/she truly needs financial assistance to pay for emergency veterinary care. To verify your financial status, we will ask you to provide identification and some form of documentation indicating that you are currently unemployed, on public assistance, disabled, or living at or below the poverty level.
How do pet owners apply for funding? Pet owners may apply directly to NY Save, or they may be referred through veterinarians who are members of the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City. NY SAVE can provide up to $2,000 per emergency case.
Are there any instances when the pet owner will be expected to contribute to the cost of veterinary care? If it is determined that a pet owner can afford to pay a portion of the treatment costs, we ask them to do so. Any contributions by pet owners will be requested on a sliding-scale basis.
Will veterinarians reduce their fees in order to care for animals accepted for treatment under the NY SAVE program? Yes. Veterinarians are asked to reduce their fees by at least 20%.
Will the pets treated through the NY SAVE program receive the same level of care as other veterinary patients? Yes. Also, after treating the emergency condition, the veterinarian will institute the appropriate therapy to ensure the continued stabilization of the animal.
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The Humane Society of New York
(212) 752-4840 - (212) 752-4842http://www.humanesocietyny.org – [email protected]
Clinic Hours: Open 7 days (by appointment only) 8:30 a.m. - 4: 00 p.m.Clinic Appointments & Inquiries: between 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Address: 306 E. 59th St (between 1st and 2nd Avenues) NYC 10022
On any given day the Humane Society of New York is responsible for hundreds of animals with diverse needs. For many, the Society is the only place they will find help:
Seven days a week, dog and cat owners with limited means turn to the Society for quality veterinary care at affordable rates.
Services range from basic wellness care to spay/neuter to advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Neediest cases (frequently elderly or disabled owners with acutely ill pets) receive full or partial underwriting for care; costs are covered through the Society's Animal Emergency Appeal. Each year, hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of life-giving care for animals in need is made a reality through such underwriting.
The Animal Multi Free Spay/Neuter Program covers 100% of spay/neuter costs for pet owners. The service is available by appointment.
Also by appointment, owners of pit bulls and pit bull mixes may have their pets neutered at any time, costs covered by the Society.
The Outdoor Cat Spay/Neuter Program - the New York area's first such effort-prevents much unnecessary suffering by underwriting spay/neuter and basic wellness care for feral cats.
Adoption dogs are evaluated and trained under the supervision of renowned animal behaviorist Bill Berloni, the Society's Director of Dog Training. After dogs go home, Bill continues to guide and assist new owners.
Clinical Services Office Visits Wellness ExamsInoculations Blood TestsX-rays/Ultra Sound Geriatric CareSurgical Mgmt. EKGSpay/Neuter HospitalizationEndoscopy Dentistry
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The Humane Society of the United States
Pets for Life NYCHotlines: (917) 468-2938
http://www.humanesociety.org/about/departments/pets-for-life/200 West 57th Street – Suite 705, NY, NY 10015
What is Pets for Life? Pets for Life builds humane communities using innovative strategies and fresh approaches designed to extend the reach of animal services, resources, and information to underserved areas. Addressing the critical need for accessible, affordable pet care, our program helps animals by empowering the people who care for them.
Pets in Poverty: Here’s a snapshot of the United States in the 21st century: One in six Americans lives in poverty, one in five Americans speaks a language other than English at home and six out of ten U.S. households include at least one pet. As our cultural landscape changes, so must our approaches to addressing animal welfare in all of our communities. There are tens of millions of people living with their pets - and our research shows that 87% of pets in these communities haven’t been spayed or neutered. To respond effectively to this, we must reach out to people who have the least access to animal wellness information and services. Pets for Life is creating informational change for dogs and cats by going into these communities and staying there for the long haul, closing the service gap.
Helping People and Pets: Building trustful relationships with people and establishing an ongoing presence in the community is critical to making a real impact. Experience has shown us that when we extend our compassion to human beings as well as animals, we can create long-term and meaningful social change. Pets for Life embraces the human component of the human-animal equation by approaching people in a respectful way and recognizing that people’s love for their pets transcends socioeconomic circumstances and cultural differences.
Working with Communities: Pets for Life conducts in-depth community assessments, provides ongoing neighborhood outreach and offers free services such as dog training, spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, pet supplies and general wellness care. We strive for partnerships with animal welfare organizations and other important community leaders and service providers, including faith-based entities, social service programs, health care agencies and local businesses. We also develop tools for and offer training and mentorship to other animal welfare organizations. We’ve combined the valuable lessons our program staff have learned over time with extensive data collection and innovative strategies for reaching new audiences. We are meeting people where they are instead of waiting for them to come to us—building relationships and giving people and pets life-changing resources.
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212-788-4000 - http://www.nycacc.org [email protected]
Our Animal Care Centers: Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) has three full-service Animal Care Centers located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island, as well as two Admissions Centers located in the Bronx and Queens. Whether animals arrive at our shelters due to homelessness, family crisis or abuse, we do not turn away any animal in need.
Spay & Neuter: To ensure that the dogs, cats and rabbits in our Care Centers do not add to New York City's population of unwanted animals, ACC requires every healthy animal adopted from our Centers to be surgically sterilized (spayed or neutered). Not only is it required by law, it is also beneficial to the health and behavior of each animal. If the animal you are adopting has already been spayed/neutered, it will be able to go home with you after your adoption is complete. If not, you will be required to leave a $150 deposit, which will be returned when you bring your pet back for surgery (which must be within 60 days of adoption). Appointments for post-adoption spay/neuter can be made online at our Spay & Neuter Online Appointment page.
Volunteer Program: ACC's volunteers are central to the welfare of the animals in our Care Centers. Volunteers help in the care and placement of shelter animals, foster animals in need, and give valuable administrative and fundraising support. Please visit our Volunteer Opportunities page for more information.
Lost & Found: Many of ACC's animals are lost pets. To ensure the return of your missing pet, ACC encourages you to have current identification on your animal in the form of a license or microchip so that if your pet comes into our Care Centers, we can return your pet to you. If you've lost your pet, you can search for your pet at any one of our three full-service Care Centers open seven days a week.
Field Operations: Animal Control Officers are in the field to assist animals and people in need in all five boroughs. ACC's Field Operations respond to calls from the public regarding animals that are in need of rescue, pose a threat to public safety, stray dogs, and injured dogs and cats that need extra help. To help such an animal, please call 311. Please visit our Field Services page for more information and details
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ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER
510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065Main Phone Number: 212- 838-8100
Appointments: 212- 838-7053Financial Assistance Inquiries: 212-329-8767
http://www.amcny.org/# / https://www.amcny.org/financial-assistance# Email: [email protected] – Financial Assistance Dept.
Applicants must reside in the tristate area (New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut) and receive a medical referral for their pets by an AMC. Financial assistance is available for care and treatment rendered at AMC. 24 hour emergency service available.
About Us: The Animal Medical Center in New York City is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit veterinary center that has been a national leader in animal care since 1910. As an academic veterinary hospital, AMC promotes the health and well-being of companion animals through advanced treatment, research and education. Our staff is comprised of nearly 100 veterinarians who utilize an interdisciplinary team approach in our Elmer and Mamdouha Bobst Hospital, combining expertise in more than 17 key specialties and services to care for your pet 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Our Mission: The Animal Medical Center (AMC) is dedicated to providing compassionate and collaborative care to animals and to leading the advancement of veterinary medicine through innovative clinical research and education. Compassion, Advancement, Respect, Excellence!
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Comprehensive Pet Care: Pets receive inpatient and outpatient care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. AMC offers a comprehensive range of services and treatments including, but not limited to: Brain and spinal cord surgery.
Brain and spinal cord injuries Cancer treatment Computerized tomography (CT) and MRI Diagnostic ultrasound Emergency services Internal medicine Minimally invasive surgery Pacemakers Routine care Surgery
Education: The Education Division is dedicated to advancing veterinary care. The Animal Medical Center offers internships and residencies to doctors of veterinary medicine who wish to pursue formal advanced training.
Clinical Investigation: The Caspary Research Institute conducts clinical investigation of naturally occurring disease in companion animals to enable more effective diagnosis, advanced medical and surgical treatment and prevention of disease in all pets. Investigations are conducted by observing and treating naturally occurring disease. Animal Medical Center does not induce disease for research and does not maintain any laboratory animals for research.
Community Outreach: AMC meets special needs by offering a variety of free or subsidized services to those in need:
401K-9 Fund AMC to the Rescue The Buddy Fund Frank V. D. Lloyd Fund for Guide Dogs Honey Bunny and Rou German Shepherd Fund Kiki White Umbrella Cockatoo Avian Fund The Monty and Minny Fund Patient Assistance Fund Seniors’ Animal Veterinary Effort (SAVE) Pet Loss Support Group Financial Assistance
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Section 2Pet Food and Pet Training
The Humane Society of the United States
Pet Help Partners(917) 484-3169
www.humanesociety.org
Is Your Cat’s Behavior Frustrating You?
Pet Help Partners has free expert cat behavior assistance to help you and your cat live together happily. Call (917) 484-3169 for assistance.
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New York Common Pantry
8 East 109th Street, New York, NY 10029 - 917-720-9700*CALL FIRST AS SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED!
PET FOOD:
Emergency pet food is available during business hours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Note: There is no information on the actual website but we contacted organization and they do in fact provide pet food (while supplies are available).
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Free & Low-Cost Pet Food, Litter & Supplies
http://www.animalalliancenyc.org/yourpet/food.htm
If you live in the New York City area and need a little help affording food and supplies for your pets, these programs can help.
Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) Pet Food Pantry: BRONX RESIDENTS ONLY! ACC's Pet Food Pantry, housed at their Bronx Admissions Center, is open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for dog and cat owners who may be experiencing difficulties in providing for their loved ones. With a generous grant from Animal Farm Foundation and donations from New Yorkers, ACC’s Bronx Admissions Center provides dog and cat food to those in need in the borough. Owners must bring their pets in for free microchipping and sign an enrollment agreement in order to begin receiving pet food. http://www.nycacc.org/services/community-pets-program
Pet Food Pantry - ACC Bronx Admissions Center464 East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458
Animal Relief Fund (ARF): Animal Relief Fund (ARF) helps to keep pets with their families and reduce the number of abandoned dogs and cats by distributing pet food to local food pantries that serve New York families in need. http://arf-ny.org/
Food Bank For New York City: Food Bank For New York City sometimes has pet food available at its food pantries (availability depends on how much food has been donated). Contact them for more information. https://www.foodbanknyc.org/
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Healthy Pets Project of NYC : Healthy Pets Project of NYC offers free spay/neuter services, pet food, and supplies for low-income pet owners, and assistance to those facing financial hardship due to a veterinary emergency, with the goal of keeping pets in their homes. Applicants are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and must meet certain criteria. http://www.healthypetsnyc.org/
PAWS NY: PAWS Pet Pantry: PAWS NY partners with food banks and food delivery services, and distributes pet food and supplies on a limited basis to people who are having trouble buying food for their pets. We evaluate each client on a case-by-case basis and offer services accordingly. https://pawsny.org/services
Pets of the Homeless: Distributing Organizations: Pets of the Homeless works with distributing organizations — local food banks, pantries, soup kitchens and homeless shelters — who have agreed to distribute the pet food to the homeless and poor in their communities around the country https://www.petsofthehomeless.org/get-help/?r=New+York
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Section 3Dog and Cat Grooming
Day and evening appointments available. Call or Text!
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PET GROOMING202 East 25th Street, New York, NY 10010Office: 212-686-3890Cell: 718-687-0744
SERVICES:
Dog Haircuts and Baths: Small dogs up to 20 lbs - $40 - $45Medium Dogs – 21 lbs – 30 lbs - $ $45 - $55Large Dogs – Over 30 lbs - $85
Anal Glands - $10Teeth - $10Nail clipping - $10Dematting - $10Hand Stripping - $85Standard Poodle - $85Special Baths - $5
Complete Cat Grooming:Cats - $85
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Section 4Pets that are Dying or
DeceasedAnimal Care and Control of New York City
http://www.nycacc.org/index.htm Euthanasia:
Services for Owned Animals: Saying goodbye to your companion is not easy. Animal Care & Control of NYC (AC&C) is here to support you during this difficult time. For pets that are terminally ill, aged or injured to the extent that they will never lead a normal happy and healthy life, euthanasia is a humane option. We recommend that before you make any decision, you speak to your vet about it first.
We encourage you to bring your pet to a private veterinarian for euthanasia services whenever possible, as this may make it easier to say goodbye to your beloved companion. If this is not possible, you can bring your pet to one of our Care Centers to discuss your options and the humane euthanasia service we provide to the public.
Euthanasia is performed by a lethal injection of sodium pentobarbital. Each procedure is completed with care and compassion by a euthanasia certified technician. The cost of this service is $125.00. Final decision as to whether euthanasia is the appropriate option or not will be made by AC&C.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate visitation requests during the procedure or cremation requests after the procedure.
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How Long Before Animals are Put to Sleep (Euthanized)? There's no pre-specified time period we hold animals. AC&C rescues thousands of animals each year. Euthanasia decisions are based on the health and behavior of each animal as well as the resources of the Center at the given time. We are an open admissions shelter, meaning we do not close our doors to newly arriving animals when we are full. If someone brings an animal to our shelter, we are required by law to take it in. Therefore, we must always have room for the dogs and cats that are in need of rescue.
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(212) 876-7700 – Ext. 4490http://www.aspca.org
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/end-life-care
End of Life Care: Coping with the impending loss of a pet is one of the most difficult experiences a pet parent will face. Whether your furry friend is approaching his golden years or has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, it’s important to calmly guide the end-of-life experience and minimize any discomfort or distress. As your pet’s health declines, you may elect to care for your pet at home—with the supervision of a veterinarian—or you may decide to end his suffering with euthanasia. Read on to find out how to help make your pet’s final days peaceful and dignified.
Is Your Pet In Pain? When cats and dogs are suffering, they may not show outward signs that we normally associate with pain like whimpering or crying. Sometimes an animal will continue to eat or drink in spite of pain or disorientation. Some physiological and behavioral signs that your pet might be experiencing pain include excessive panting or gasping for breath, reclusiveness, reluctance to move and food pickiness.
Caring for an Elderly Pet: The most important thing you can do for your elderly pet is to minimize any pain or distress she’s experiencing.
Consult with your veterinarian and treat any health problems, since undiagnosed issues can cause discomfort and rapid deterioration.
Surround her with her favorite things, like a warm blanket or special squeaky toy. Since pressure sores can develop in pets with limited mobility, it’s also essential to provide
a warm sleeping spot with plenty of cushioning. Some older pets may develop incontinence, or the loss of bladder control, so be sure to
check your furry friend regularly for any wetness or soiling. If your pet needs help getting up to urinate or defecate, you can purchase a sling or use a large towel to wrap under her body and assist her.
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Pet Hospice Care: Pet hospice care, also known as palliative care, is an option if your pet is suffering from a terminal illness and a cure is not possible. The goal is to make a pet’s final days or weeks more pleasant with the proper use of pain medications, dietary strategies and human interaction. Pet hospice is not a place, but a personal choice and philosophy based on the principle that death is a part of life and can be dignified. When considering hospice care, pet parents should very careful not to prolong the suffering of pets that are in pain or experiencing poor quality of life. A participating veterinarian will teach pet parents how to provide intensive home care to keep an ill pet as comfortable as possible. Hospice care requires an active commitment and constant supervision from pet parents, who work with their veterinary team to make sure their pet’s life ends comfortably. If you decide hospice care is the right course for you and your pet, you will become your pet’s primary nurse and caregiver, as well as the link between your pet and the veterinary team. Consult with your primary veterinarian and see if she recommends hospice care for your pet based on his specific needs. Animal Hospice Services Insta-Vet located in NY/NJ - https://www.instavet.com/contact-instavet/ 917-946-0933
Considering Euthanasia: Euthanasia provides a painless, peaceful end for a pet who would otherwise continue to suffer. Your veterinarian has special training to provide your pet with a humane and gentle death. During the procedure, your vet will inject your pet with a sedative followed by a special medication. The animal experiences no awareness of the end of life—the process is akin to undergoing general anesthesia for a surgical procedure and takes about 10 to 20 seconds. Your veterinarian is the best person to advise you on when the time is right to euthanize—information from medical tests is often more accurate than what a pet owner can observe, and pet owners often delay the moment of euthanasia in anticipation of grief. Observing and keeping an accurate record of your pet in his daily activities can help you to decide. If you observe that moments of discomfort outweigh his capacity to enjoy life, it is time to euthanize, even if your pet still experiences pleasure in eating or socializing. If your pet is in pain, your main goal should be to minimize his suffering.
What to Do If Your Pet Has Died at Home: If your pet is under the care of a veterinarian at the time of their passing, the vet can guide you through next steps. However, if your pet dies in your home, there are options to consider. Whether you simply want the body to be removed from your home, or you wish to permanently memorialize your pet in some special way, the choice is yours.
Depending on your decision, you may have to keep the body in your home for a short period of time. A well-cooled body can be held for up to 24 hours, but the sooner it can be taken somewhere else, the better.
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Placing the wrapped animal in a refrigerator or freezer is recommended, with one exception—if you plan to have a necropsy (autopsy) performed to determine cause of death, the body should not be frozen (refrigeration is still okay). It is essential that you contact a veterinarian as soon as possible if you would like a necropsy.
If the animal is too big to be put into a refrigerator or freezer, the body should be placed on a cement floor or concrete slab, which is the best way to draw heat away from the carcass. Do not cover or wrap the body in this instance. Doing so will trap in heat and not allow the body temperature to cool.
As a last resort, you may keep the body in the coldest area of your home, out of the sun, packed with bags of ice. In this case, the body should be placed in a plastic bag to prevent it from getting wet.
Pet Cremation and Burial: It is very common for pet owners to have their deceased pets cremated. You need to decide if you wish to keep your pet's ashes as a remembrance. If so, you will want to arrange an individual (or private) cremation, meaning that your pet will be cremated alone. Businesses that offer individual cremation commonly offer home pick-up/delivery of remains as part of their service packages. Depending on local laws, it may be legal to bury an animal on your own property. It is typically illegal to bury an animal on public lands such as parks. If you desire burial for your pet but do not have land of your own, check to see if there is a pet cemetery or memorial park in your area.
Companion Cremation Services 102 Skillman Avenue, Brooklyn, NY (718) 388-0605
Animal Medical Center510 E. 62 Street, NY, NY (212) 838-8100
The Animal Medical Center is open 24 hours and will accept your animal for communal cremation at any time, day or night, for a $50 fee. Other cremation services are available, but must be arranged directly with the third-party cremation service provider.
Burial: It is legal to bury an animal on your own property in New York City, but it is illegal to bury an animal on public lands such as parks. If you desire burial for your pet and are not fortunate enough to have a garden of your own, you still have options. The first is Pet Haven, a company that serves the entire tristate area. Pet Haven has a beautiful pet cemetery in the Poconos, and you can have as much or as little involvement with the burial as you are comfortable with. Pet Haven offers many other services as well--please visit the company's website to learn more.
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Pet Haven Cemetery & Crematory East End Avenue, NY, NY (917) 608-9729
Hartsdale Pet Cemetery & Crematory 75 North Central Park Avenue, Hartsdale, NY (800) 375-5234
ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital 424 E. 92 Street, NY, NY (212) 876-7700, ext. 4200
If you wish to keep your pet closer to home, you may wish to consider Hartsdale Pet Cemetery in Westchester County, NY. Bring your pet's body to the ASPCA's Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, which will hold it for up to 10 days while you make arrangements with Hartsdale. Hartsdale will retrieve the body from the ASPCA and keep it until burial service or, if you decide on individual cremation, return ashes to you. The ASPCA will charge a refundable deposit to hold your pet on behalf of Hartsdale.
Fee-Free Options: The New York City Department of Sanitation will pick up animal remains that are left curbside. This service is free of charge, but there are specific rules that must be followed:
On your neighborhood's regular trash pickup day, place the animal in a heavy-duty, black plastic bag and put it in your usual collection spot. Tape a note to the bag stating "deceased animal inside."
If you have any questions about disposing of a deceased pet in this manner, please call 311, New York City's government and service information hotline.
For further support dealing with the loss of a pet, including information on meeting the emotional needs of children at the time of a pet's death, call our Pet Loss Hotline at (877) GRIEF-10.
Free Services for tenants or program participants who have suffered a loss of a pet:1) Bide-A-Wee hold monthly support groups run by licensed clinical social workers
with experience in the fields of illness, loss, and bereavement. 212-532-4986
2) ASPCA Pet Loss Hotline1-877-GRIEF-10ASPCA Partners in Care - May cover Euthanasia and communal cremations for low income applicants. 212-876-7700 Ext. 4420
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Section 5Volunteering with Animals
Locations in Manhattan:
1) Animal Haven · www.animalhavenshelter.org212-274-8511, Ext. 2 200 Centre Street (SoHo)Description: Volunteer opportunities for dog-walking, cat socializing, adoption counseling, and answering phones.
2) City Critters · www.citycritters.org [email protected] Bay Petco · 2nd Avenue & 31st StreetDescription: Pet Adoption Counselor, must commit to at least 2 hours (preferably 4) between 12 pm to 7 pm every weekend to help meet and screen potential adopters.Skills: Volunteers for City Critters must be good humored and able to deal diplomatically with opinionated or difficult people; speak English clearly; be able to make accurate judgment calls within boundaries of CC’s policies; and feel passionately about matching cats with the right home.
3) KittyKind · www.kittykind.org [email protected]@kittykind.org212-726-2652
Petco at 860 Broadway at 17th StreetDescription: Feed and clean kittens awaiting adoption at the KittyKind adoption center. This is an ongoing, weekly commitment with the approximate hours of 2-4 p.m. Training is provided and volunteers must be over the age of 16.
4) ASPCA · www.aspca.org
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212-876-7700424 East 92nd StreetDescription: greet adopters, socialize cats, exercise and socialize shelter dogs, clean up kennels. To volunteer, go online and reserve a spot for orientation.
5) NYC Audubon · www.nycaudubon.org [email protected] West 23rd Street, #1523Description: NYC Audubon protects the city’s birds and their habitats. Volunteers are needed for weekday office tasks. This includes answering phones, sending out mail, making photocopies, sending out faxes, and more challenging tasks such as writing grants, and updating paperwork.
Locations in the Boroughs, and Additional Opportunities in Manhattan
1) NYCACC · www.nycacc.org/volunteer.html 212-788-4000 · [email protected]
326 East 110th Street (Manhattan)2336 Linden Blvd (Brooklyn)3139 Veterans Road West (Staten Island)Description: dog walking, dog and cat adoption counseling, clerical support. All volunteers must attend one mandatory orientation/training session.How to Volunteer: 1) Attend an orientation; 2) Submit an application at the orientation session; 3) Interview with the volunteer coordinator – not everyone who attends orientation will be asked for an interview. Availability depends on skills needed at the time of your application. A $25 application fee is due at the time of the interview and it includes a volunteer t-shirt and a photo ID; 4) Participate in assigned training; 5) Schedule a staff or volunteer shadow appointment; 6) Begin your regular weekly scheduled volunteering.
2) BARC · www.barcshelter.org Barcshelter.org/volunteer.html86 North First Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249 (entrance is located next to the vet’s office) Description: dog walking and cat visiting. Download an application from their website then call them.
3) Mayor’s Alliance for NYC Animals · www.animalalliancenyc.org
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212-252-2350244 5th Avenue, Suite R290, ManhattanDescription: various opportunities including hands-on work with animals through the 90 participating agencies, including fostering your own little New Yorker!
4) Sean Casey Animal Rescue Center. www.nyanimalrescue.org/volunteer718-436-5163153 East 3rd Street, Brooklyn Description: Dog walking
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Hurricane Shelter for Pets
Hurricane Sheltering
Hurricane Shelters:
If the mayor orders an evacuation of coastal areas, the City strongly recommends that evacuees stay with friends or family outside evacuation zone boundaries. However, for those who have no alternative shelter, the City has identified hurricane shelters throughout the five boroughs.All New Yorkers are welcome at NYC Evacuation Centers and Hurricane Shelters regardless of their immigration status.
The shelters are secure facilities with public safety personnel on site. They are designed to accommodate people with disabilities and special needs. Please bring bedding, toiletries, medication, and other personal items for you and your loved ones travelling with you.
To find out the location of your nearest evacuation center, use Office of Emergency Management's Hurricane Evacuation Zone Finder to locate your evacuation zone, and the system will direct you to the proper facility. During an emergency, you can also obtain this information by calling 311.
The NYC emergency sheltering system is friendly to all pets but you will be responsible for their care so please bring your pet’s food, leashes, cage, and medication. Legal pets with proper identification will be admitted into shelters with their owners. Owners should bring cleaning and food supplies with them, as well as containers and leashes.
Evacuating With Your Pet: Think about where you will go with your pet and how you will get there if you have to leave home during an emergency. Plan to shelter your pet at a kennel or with friends or relatives outside the evacuation area. In planning for an emergency evacuation:
Arrange for family or friends outside of the affected area to shelter your pet. Identify animal-friendly hotels/motels outside of the affected area.
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Talk with your local veterinarian, boarding kennel, or grooming facility to see if they can offer safe shelter for your pet during an emergency.
Practice evacuation plans to familiarize your pet with the process and increase his/her comfort level.
Know your pet's hiding places so you can easily find him/her during an emergency. Keep in mind a stressed pet may behave differently than normal and his/her aggression
level may increase. Use a muzzle to prevent bites. Also be advised that panicked pets may try to flee.
Create a Go Bag for your pet or service animal — a collection of items your pet may need in case of an evacuation. Discuss your pet's Go Bag with your local veterinarian to see if there are any special items that you should include.
Pet Go Bag Checklist:
A current color photograph of you and your pet together (in case you are separated) Copies of medical records that indicate dates of vaccinations and a list of medications
your pet takes and why he or she takes them Proof of identification and ownership, including copies of registration information,
adoption papers, proof of purchase, and microchip information Physical description of your pet, including his/her species, breed, age, sex, color,
distinguishing traits, and any other vital information about characteristics and behavior Animal first-aid kit, including flea and tick treatment and other items recommended by
your veterinarian Food and water for at least three days Food and water dishes Collapsible cage or carrier Muzzle and sturdy leash Cotton sheet to place over the carrier to help keep your pet calm Comforting toys or treats Litter, litter pan, litter scoop Plastic bags for clean up
Some emergencies may prevent you from returning home. In planning for such emergencies:
Identify a trusted friend, neighbor, or dog walker to care for your pet in your absence. This person should have a set of your house keys, be familiar with your home and pet, know your emergency plan, and have your contact information.
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Put stickers on the main entrances to your home to alert rescue workers of the number and types of pets inside. Update the information on the stickers every six months. Free Rescue Alert stickers can be ordered from the ASPCA.
Keep a collar/harness, leash, and your pet's Go Bag in a place where it can be easily found.
Proper identification:
Dogs and cats should wear a collar or harness, rabies tag, and identification tag at all times. Identification tags should include your name, address, and phone number, and the phone number of an emergency contact. Dogs should also wear a license. Get information on dog licensing from the NYC Department of Health.
Talk to your veterinarian, call 311, or visit NYC.gov about microchipping your pet. A properly registered microchip enables positive identification of your pet if you and your pet are separated.
Current color photo of your pet (in the event it becomes lost). After An Emergency:
Following an emergency, be extra careful when letting your pet loose outdoors and be sure your pet wears an identification tag.
Familiar scents and landmarks may have been altered, which may cause your pet to become confused or lost. If your pet is lost, visit Animal Care & Control of New York City
In addition, beware of other dangers after a disaster, such as downed power lines and debris created by strong winds or rain.
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