These rescue pets are looking for a good home. July 30-31
STATEN ISLAND, NY – Many pets have been adopted because of your care, but there are still so many more who need someone like you to love them.
You have no idea the amount of dedication and time the animal rescue volunteers listed below devote to finding homes for those special friends. They host weekly pet events, send out announcements, organize fundraisers, help with supplies, clean cages, feed animals, make sure animals’ medical needs are taken care of and much more. Again. All of this is done without pay and behind the scenes.
Remember that in addition to adorable puppies and kittens, there are loving, disabled pets that also need your care and attention.
Would you like to share your space with a new cat? Check them.
It’s Hans…
Hans is the perfect kitten. He gets an E for excellent on his report card in all areas. This cutie is sweet, gentle, playful, likes to be held, gets along well with others, is a purr machine, and very beautiful. I bet he is clean and tidy when eating and using the litter box. Hans will make a wonderful addition to any household. Hans was born in late January 2022, is up to date with his vaccines, negative for FIV/FELV, and will be neutered and microchipped according to his age. He can be seen in his foster home by appointment, or on days he is at Petco Bricktown Way or PetSmart 1525 Forest Ave. for adoption events. For more information, contact SICAW at 718.948.5623, Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. A home visit is required for adoption. Learn more about the adoption process and complete an application here: https://www.sicawsaves.org/adoption-process (COURTESY/SICAW)
SICAW pet events in and around the borough are listed below, along with local places to eat with your dog and dog-friendly parks on Staten Island.
ADOPTION EVENTS
July 30
SICAW will be at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave., from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
July 31
SICAW: Bricktown Commons Petco, 165 Bricktown Way, Suite 1C, Sundays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Besides… another gift. Meet Riley.
Riley is a companion cat and very kind. He loves to greet people with a friendly meow and lay down next to them to receive pets. He likes to play, especially with wand toys. Riley is a special cat who can’t wait to find her own family. More information: Visit ASPCA.org/Adopt to learn more and submit an application.
GIFTS FOR ANIMAL LOVERS
Stellar Villa is a New York-based artist who recently raised over $11,500 for pet shelters after she alone created 1,252 custom pet artworks in 21 days. Now she is working to create ongoing partnerships with local animal shelters to continue fundraising. If you’re looking for a gift for a dog lover, check out Stellar’s work.
EACH WEDNESDAY
Do you like dogs? Do you like beer? Then grab a cold one at the Dog Club at Flagship Brewing Co. The club meets every Wednesday from 5-11 p.m. in the Flagship Brewery dining room, 40 Minthorne St., near Bay Street.
The Flagship’s Dog Club is for that special breed of dog and beer lovers who can bring their (well-behaved) puppies to meetings. Once a month there will be a guest speaker to talk about their own specialty or knowledge regarding the welfare of their valued loyal friends.
For more information, visit https://www.restaurantji.com/ny/staten-island/the-flagship-brewing-company-/ or call 718-448-5284.
IN PROGRESS
1. Low-Cost or Free Sterilization and Sterilization: The ASPCA’s free and low-cost mobile sterilization and sterilization van travels to all five boroughs in each neighborhood.
Low-income pet owners in all five boroughs with proof of public assistance, such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, TANF (temporary assistance to needy families) or social housing qualify free sterilization 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 van hours 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 a request or more information, visit nyc.gov/doglicense. See the flyer in the gallery above.
OUTDOOR DINNER 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 Cafe, 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, see the NYC Dogs in restaurant rules.
PARKS ADMITTED TO DOGS
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, middle of the park on the right side
Bloomingdale’s Park, Dog Park, Maguire Avenue behind the sports fields closer to Ramona Avenue
Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, the open field above the picnic area near Royal Oak Road and Rice Avenue
Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, Brookside Avenue between Alpine Court and Kingsley Avenue (lawn)
Clove’s Tail Park, Off-Leash Area, Lawn, corner of Victory Boulevard and Little Clove Road
Conference House Park, dog park, 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 leading to the beach
Evergreen Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue and Evergreen Street
Father Macris Park, off-leash area, lawn beyond ball diamond
Ida Court Playground, dog park, Ida Court between N. Railroad Street and Drumgoole Road East
· Lemon Creek Park, off-leash area, at the bottom of Seguine Avenue at Johnston Terrace; just below the playground
Siedenburg Park, Off-Leash Area, Greaves Avenue and Evergreen Street
Silver Lake Park, Dog Park, Victory Blvd under the Pavilion, opposite Parkview Apartments
· South Beach Park, off-leash area. Note: on sand after Labor Day and before Memorial Day
· Willowbrook Park, off-leash area, archery range
Wolfe’s Pond Park, dog park, left of Cornelia Avenue
For more information on rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.
BEACHES AND SWIMMING
Dogs are not permitted in bathing facilities, including New York beaches. However, from October 1 through May 1, leashed dogs are permitted on the sand and boardwalk at Midland Beach and South Beach.
Leashed dogs are permitted on the boardwalk/boardwalk at Midland Beach and South Beach.
For more information on rules and regulations, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.
POISON HELP LINES FOR PETS
If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially toxic 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 poisonous plants for 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 PROTECTION
To contact an environmental police officer or report suspected violations, contact the DEC Law Enforcement Dispatch Center at 844-DEC-ECOS (844-332-3267) or dec.ny .gov/.