Pupnic! Fido’s Summer Picnic for Pooches & Their People

JOIN US FOR PUPNIC
FIDO’s Summer Picnic for Pooches & Their People
When: Friday afternoon, June 27th
Where: Prospect Park’s Nethermead
Time: 5 p.m. until dusk
Bring Some Food

Sponsored by Fido Brooklyn

While they will have a few restaurant donations on hand, they ask that dog owners help out by bringing something as well. Those whose dogs have names begin with the letters A through G might bring an appetizer, salad or bread.  If your dog’s name begins with an H through P, bring a small entrée; and for letters Q through Z, a dessert would be welcome.  FIDO will provide beverages, paper goods, plastic ware, trash bags, water and biscuits for the dogs. 
Their pot-luck affair will also feature the FIDO Mid-Summer Games in which canine contestants vie to see who can catch the most dog biscuits; who gives the most licks per minute; biggest/smallest foot/ears; plus stupid dog tricks.  Agility equipment will be on hand for additional fun.
We will have a permit designated off-leash area.

Who’s FIDO?
FIDO in Prospect Park is dedicated to enhancing opportunities for off-leash activity as well as responsible supervision of dogs both in and outside the park.  To this end, FIDO sponsors lectures and events as well as donating funds to the Prospect Park Alliance for new trashcans, Doggie Beach, dog-friendly water fountains, and even a bench and tree in memory of dogs who have romped through the Park’s meadows.  FIDO’s aim is to educate the dog-owning community, the general public and elected and appointed officials about dog-related issues.

FIDO In Prospect Park – www.fidobrooklyn.org – fidobrooklyn@gmail.com

 

Dog Swimming in NYC

"Summertime, and the living's easy…" Unless you are a dog.  Imaging wearing a fur coat in the blistering NYC summer heat and humidity.  Well, the following dog parks either have kiddie-pools where your dog can soak himself, or some water feature (such as a running stream) that can help cool off your dogs.  Note: private dog runs are not listed here.

Chelsea Dog Run: Located at 22nd street, and the West Side Highway, by Chelsea Piers.  This dog run has hills and boulders for your dog to play on (or run up and down, or roll tennis balls down), and a huge fake fallen tree (wide enough and safe enough for your dog to walk across).  The "coolest" thing is the stream that runs through the park.  It might not be big, but dogs love it.  And the water is always running, so the stream never gets stagnant.

Kowsky Plaza, Battery Park City near Gateway Plaza: This brand-new dog run has mounds for dogs to jump over and a water fountain for them to splash in or drink from.

Fish Bridge Park, Dover St. between Pearl and Water: Public dog run with a wading pool and water hose.

Hudson River Park-Greenwich Village Dog Run, Leroy Street at Pier 40: Throughout the summer there are two kiddie-pools for the dogs to play in.

Dewitt Clinton Park, W. 52nd St. at 11th Ave.: This small run has a water supply, with a small swimming pool in the summer.

Riverside Park at 87th St., Riverside Drive at W. 87th St.: This run has a fountain, a hose, and a separate area for small or shy dogs.

Central Park:The off-leash hours in Central Park are 9pm to 9am daily.  If your dog is off-leash during the other hours, you will be ticketed and have to pay a fine.  Dogs are allowed pretty much anywhere, and there are tons of ponds and fountains that they love to splash in.  (Please note that dogs are not allowed (ever) in playgrounds, display fountains, ballfields, Elm Island, Sheep Meadow, East Green and Strawberry Fields. (I guess people don't want to lay down in dog poop. But squirrel poop is ok.)  There are some places where dogs are allowed, but must always be leashed: The Conservatory Garden, the Shakespeare Garden, Bridle Trail, Ceder Hill, and Kerbs Boathouse Plaza.)

Of course, there are the Beaches in NYC… 

The Dog Beach in Brooklyn's Prospect Park, To get there, enter the park at Prospect Park West and 9th street, then follow the path past the Tennis House on your left and through the Long Meadow to the Upper Pool. 

This is the only "beach" open to dogs with no strings attached.  However, it is more of a turtle pond.  And the beach is paved and fenced so that dogs can't swim too deep.  But this place is awesome!  Dogs can get deep enough to actually swim, and they have a blast running in and out of the water.  A good idea is to bring a tennis ball so that your dog can chase it into the water.  But be warned that another dog may enjoy the ball, too! (It is always good manners to share your tennis balls.)

There are other beaches in NYC where you might see dogs swimming.  None of these officially allow dogs on their beaches.  We have chosen not to list them here because we don't want you blaming us if you receive a ticket. (and, no, we will not pay the ticket for you.)  If you really want to take your dog to the beach we recommed getting out of NYC and heading to the Hamptons or Jersey Shore.

 

Free Event to Help NYC Animals

Wednesday, May 21, 2008
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Animal Haven Soho Adoption Center
251 Centre Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 274-8511
R.S.V.P. for this event.

The Humane Society of the United States is hosting free grassroots meetings in New York City on Wednesday, May 21. Join us at one of these meetings to learn how to make a tremendous difference for animals in New York.
At the meetings, they will focus on current legislation in New York and ways to improve our efforts to advocate for animals. They want you to know the most effective ways to get involved and communicate your message.
Please take time to attend the meeting on May 6 or the meeting on May 20 to find out what you can do to help animals at the local level. These events are free of charge, but an R.S.V.P. is requested to attend. Hope to see you at an upcoming event!

 

Best Veterinarian in New York City

Gotham Animal Clinic

329 2ND Ave

New York, NY 10003-2708

(212) 777-7299

We get a lot of questions about who is a great vet to take a new (or old!) pet to for health care.  Well, our favorite vet is Ted Weiner, at Gotham Animal Clinic.  This is a real mom-and-pop veterinary clinic.  Ted, and his wife Linda, are the only ones there. (Along with their support staff.  Thanks, Kathy!)  This gives Gotham Animal Clinic that real homey feel, like you would get from an old-school country vet.  So, if you are looking for that small-town feel in large, cold, Gotham, you should check out Gotham Animal Clinic.  (Don’t let the name fool you!)  If you don’t want to take our word for it, just look below to read some of the fabulous reviews posted on CitySearch.com!  (And if you have a vet that you just love, please write in to us and we will post it to our site, too!  It is always good idea to know about more than one great vet, just in case.) (PS this is still a NYC vet clinic, don’t expect country prices.  But you pay for what you get, which is great service!)

Wonderful Beside Manner

01/26/2007 Posted by olayak

Dr. Weiner is the most wonderful vet, ever! We have been bringing our pets to him for over a decade. (for my whole family, that totals about 8 animals over the years). Not only does he keep up to date on the latest treatments, but he wont charge you for unnecessary treatments like some vets do. You know there is something great about a vet that has 2 dogs and 4 cats of his own! Our family now considers Dr. Weiner an old friend, because he treats us like family every time we go there.

The kind of doctor for your pet, that you’d want for your kid.

04/04/2008 Posted by jcarlrussell

One of our two pugs suddenly became very ill. We called the office at 930am, and was able to schedule an emergency visit immediately. Dr. Weiner made us feel comfortable, and explained to us exactly what was happening to our dog, and how to make him better. His bedside manor was as good as any human MD I’ve ever seen. Rather than hospitalizing our dog and running redundant tests, he had us out of there in about an hour and asked us to leave him messages keeping him posted over the weekend. Highly Recommended

Love this vet!!!

03/12/2008 Posted by lesgirlnyc

After trying other vets and clinics, I was really unhappy about my prospects for finding a great vet for my cat. Although the hours are minimal, this vet was great. He made me and my cat feel at ease. He gave simple honest options and recommendations at preventative care and diet. In fact a number of other vets led me to believe that certain very expensive procedures had to be done, but at Gotham I found there were other options and lots that I could do. Also, after using a different prescription this vet ordered for my cat’s chronic problem, her condition has completely cleared! All the other vets told me there was nothing that can be done. I’m very happy with this vet and feel so much better knowing I have someone who isn’t trying to sell me procedures my cat doesn’t need.

Friendly Family Vet

09/24/2007 Posted by lakoprow

I have only been to Gotham once after trying another Vet close by and had a wonderful experience with my new puppy. Dr. Weiner and his wife were not only fantastically friendly but Dr. Weiner was ready to take the time to make me and my dog feel comfortable. He listened carefully and let me ask a trillion silly questions, that he felt weren’t silly at all. I definitely suggest him for any first time pet owners, as he gave me a lot of information that even I did not know after having two dogs. A little on the expensive side but it was a first time visit. Highly Recommended!

 

May Events for NYC Dogs….

Cocktails for Canines
Friday, May 2, 6:30 PM
Star Lounge, 222 W. 23rd St., Manhattan
Enjoy a cocktail and contribute to the well-being of the needy pets at Animal Care & Control. $25 minimum donation requested.

Coffee Bark
Saturday, May 3, 7 AM to 9 AM
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Held in rain or in shine, in the park’s Long Meadow, behind the Picnic House (enter at Prospect Park West and 4th Street, then go left around the Picnic House), the monthly Coffee Bark includes muffins for humans and dog biscuits for hounds. The long standing social is sponsored by Brooklyn’s FIDO, officially known as the Fellowship In the Interest of Dogs and Their Owners.

St. Nick’s Dog Park Coffee Bark
Saturday, May 3, 9 AM to 11 PM
Mid-park between the 135th St. staircase and 136th St., Manhattan
Coffee and other refreshments are served at this gathering which happens on the first Saturday of every month in St. Nicholas Park. For more information or if you’d like to volunteer, write dogpark@stnicholaspark.org.

Sir William’s Dog Run Coffee Bark
Sunday, May 4, 8 AM to 10 AM
Sir William’s Dog Run, Fort Tryon Park, 190th St. and Fort Washington Ave., Manhattan
The Fort Tryon Dog Owner’s Group invites everyone to this gathering the first Sunday of each month at their beautiful run. Free coffee and donuts. If you’d like to help out with maintenance of the run, stick around after the event.

Dogswalk Against Cancer
Sunday, May 4, 10 AM (registration: 9 AM)
Riverside Park, W. 108th St. and Riverside Dr., Manhattan
Each year, thousands of dogs and their humans participate in this non-competitive dog walk-a-thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society. To join the walk this year, register online for $25 or on-site on the day of the event for $35. Ten percent of net proceeds go to benefit the Donaldson-Atwood Cancer Clinic of the Animal Medical Center.

St. Vincent’s Patient Pet Care: Cinco de Mayo Event
Monday, May 5, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
NYU Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Sq. South, Manhattan
A fiesta to raise funds for a program at St. Vincent’s that supports pets while their human companions are in the hospital. Tickets are $75 and can be ordered online. For more information contact Kate Fischer at 212-604-8649 or mfischer@svcmcny.org. Go to http://www.svcmc.org/body.cfm?id=1321 to learn more about the program.

The Good Dog Foundation 10-Year Anniversary Gala Dinner
Tuesday, May 13, 6 PM
Espace, 635 W. 42nd St., Manhattan
An event to benefit The Good Dog Foundation, a group that trains therapy dog teams that work at hospitals, senior centers, and schools for the disabled around the city. For details and tickets call 718-788-2988.

this list was compiled by urbanhound.com

 

April Events for NYC Dogs…

Dog Friendly Spring Soiree Mix and Mingle
Friday, April 11, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Upstairs Lounge at Proof, 239 Third Ave. btwn. 19th & 20th Sts., Manhattan
One hundred percent of the $20 cover charge for this cocktail party goes to support Bideawee. You will be served a complementary Wagging Dog (Rum and Coke) or Meow-tini (Apple Martini). Dogs drink free. Please purchase tickets in advance at the Bideawee web site.

Dog Night at Shea
Friday, April 11, 7:10 PM
Shea Stadium, Flushing Meadows, Queens
Bring your hound along to cheer the Amazins against Milwaukee. Tickets online, or call 718-507-TIXX.

Walkin’ New York Dog-Friendly Tour of Central Park
Saturday, April 12, 11:30 AM (Rain date: Sunday, April 13th, 11:30 AM)
59th St. and 5th Ave., in front of the statue of General Sherman, Manhattan
Bob Gelber of Walkin’ NY will guide you and your hound through the byways of Central Park, with a history lesson along the way. Tickets are $20, with $4 of each ticket going to Bideawee. Please RSVP to Bob@WalkinNY.com or 212-349-7916.

Lenny the Pug’s 3rd Annual Birthday Benefit
Sunday, April 13, 2 PM to 5 PM
Animal Haven, 251 Centre St., Manhattan
A raffle, silent auction, exhibitor tables, and treats for people and dogs are some of the highlights of this birthday bash to benefit the Animal Haven shelter. Tickets are $25 in advance, $35 at the door, no charge for dogs.

Pet Loss Support Group
Thursday, April 17, 7 PM to 8 PM (and the third Thursday and first Friday of each month)
Bideawee, 410 E. 38th St., Manhattan
A gathering for those who are mourning a pet. Social workers who specialize in pet bereavement will be in attendance. The meetings are free and children are welcome. More information at the Bideawee website.

Macy’s Barkfast
Sunday, April 20, 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Macy’s Herald Square, Manhattan
A festive breakfast tribute to pets to benefit the Animal Haven shelter. Tickets ($50 for adults and $20 for kids, with 100 percent going to Animal Haven) can be bought online. Dogs (on leash) welcome!

Estate Planning with Your Pet In Mind
Thursday, April 24, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
MR Club, 122 E. 83rd St., Manhattan
Frances Carlisle, Esq., a specialist in animal law, will discuss strategies for providing for your dog after your death. Admission is $25. For more information, contact the Metropolitan Dog Club at 212-465-3164 or events@metropolitandogclub.com.

Animal Haven Soho Flea Market
Sunday, April 27, 11 AM to 4 PM
Animal Haven Soho, 251 Centre St., Manhattan
Pet supplies, jewelry, toys, and lots more will be on offer at this sale to benefit Animal Haven.

NYC Pitbull Rescue First Sunday Meetup
Sunday, April 27, noon
Madison Square Park, Fifth Ave. and 23rd St., Manhattan
If you are committed to fighting stereotypes about pitbulls, join other pit enthusiasts who belong to this Meetup group. (You dont need to have a pitbull to belong! We adore pits, and we are members! Although, Morgan is a Labrador Retriever and Angie is an Akita…)

Third Annual New York City Barking Beauty Pageant
Sunday, April 27, 6 PM to 8 PM
Animal Haven Soho, 251 Centre St., Manhattan
Is your hound the loveliest in all the land? Then this pageant may be just the thing for you. Competing in three preliminary categories (Activewear, Glamourwear, and Talent), hound participants are free to wear and do anything they want (creativity is what counts). Prizes will be rewarded to both small and big dogs in each category, and, there will be one overall grand-prize winner. Registration is $50 and audience admission is $10 a human. All proceeds will benefit Animal Haven and Stone Soup Theatre Arts, a group that produces theater works that deal with contemporary social issues. For rules, more information, and to register, visit the pageant website.

This list was compliled by urbanhound.com

 

Barkfest at Macy’s April 20

What
Macy’s Barkfast
When
Sunday, April 20 at 9:00AM
Where
Macy’s
151 West 34th Street Broadway Entrance
New York NY 10001
917-459-2422
RSVP Now

Bring your pets to Macy’s for the Barkfast benefiting Animal Haven Shelter.
Enjoy the start of Macy’s Earth Week, a scrumptious breakfast, incredible pet-themed entertainment, and special appearances by pet trainers and health experts.
RSVP by March 7 at: 917-459-2422
Macy’s 12th Annual Petacular Fair will immediately follow the Barkfast event.

 

Bingo Night at Animal Haven…Dogs welcome!

We are so excited about this!  It sounds like tons of fun and it helps the shelter.  It’s a win-win situation! (And if you win at bingo it will be win-win-win. heehee)

What
Bingo Night at Animal Haven…Dogs welcome!
When
Friday, March 28 at 7:00PM
Where
Animal Haven Soho
251 Centre Street New York, NY
New York NY 10013
917-359-9696

Join Animal Haven Soho for a night of playing bingo and being entertained by the wild and wonderful comedy of Sybil Bruncheon, Fabio Gorgissimo and Gefil Tefish! Friendly Well-Behaved Dogs welcome.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.; Bingo starts at 7 p.m.
Where: Animal Haven Soho, 251 Centre Street (Between Broome and Grand)
Price: $20/person
Reserve tickets: 212.274.8511
You must make a reservation (do it fast because spots are going fast!).
All proceeds go directly to Animal Haven.

 

Designer Sample Sale! (Helps the Humane Society!)

Trixie + Peanut
Winter Clearance + Designer Sample Sale

When: THREE DAYS ONLY! Friday, February 29 (11am – 8pm),
Saturday, March 1 (11am – 8pm) + Sunday, March 2 (12noon – 5pm)
Where: Trixie + Peanut Pet Emporium, 23 East 20th Street,
New York City (between Broadway + Park Avenue South)

Trixie + Peanut designer merchandise including Ella Dish, Haute Diggity Dog,
Kwigy-bo and A Pet’s World coats, sweaters, collars, pet carriers, beds + toys will
be marked down 50% and more at this exclusive three day shopping event.

Bargains that will make you bow wow! And who doesn’t like to shop
for a good cause? Wool sweaters regularly priced at $55, reduced to $25,
winter coats regularly $79 + up, now $39, designer dog collars,
pet beds + and much more!

Cash + all major credit cards accepted for Trixie + Peanut merchandise.
Cash only accepted for A Pet’s World merchandise. All discounted + sale items are final sale.

A percentage of all Trixie + Peanut store sales during this event
will be donated to The Humane Society of New York to support their
no-kill adoption center and animal clinic.

For more information, please visit <<http://www.trixieandpeanut.com>>

 

Oasis Sanctuary Pet Adoption Event

This adoption event is sponsored by and benefits the Best Friends Animal Society.  You may have seen the National Geographic program about their animal santuary "Dogtown".  (they also have a great sanctuary for cats and another for wildlife.)  I think this is THE best animal care society in the world.  If you have room in your heart and house for one more pet, check out this adoption event. Thanks!