If you're a pet owner on Long Island, or you have a passion for animals, you won't want to miss any of the articles and stories from our Pet & Animal Section, which focuses on pet ownership, adoptions, and pet related issues for Long Islanders.
By Long Island News & PR May 02, 2016
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance on preventing conflicts between people and coyotes as spring temperatures approach and coyotes increase foraging.
By Long Island News & PR April 29, 2016
Suffolk County Police have arrested a woman for abandoning animals in her South Huntington apartment.
By Allison Matos April 29, 2016
There's never a shortage of adorable animals available for adoption on Long Island. This week it's my pleasure to introduce you to Buttercup, Nosey and Laya!
By Long Island News & PR April 28, 2016
North Shore Animal League America will open its doors on Saturday, April 30th for Pet Adoptathon® 2016 – sponsored by Purina®. Adopters will have access to over 700 puppies, kittens, dogs and cats to choose ...
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation requested the assistance of the Suffolk County SPCA in the removal of a 6 foot long alligator from a Medford home.
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance on how to prevent negative encounters with black bears. Nearly all negative bear encounters in New York are the result of hungry bears ...
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Centerport United Methodist Church will host its 3rd Annual Tom Adams Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, April 23rd at 11:00 am to coincide with the celebration of Earth Day. All are welcome to bring ...
By Allison Matos April 22, 2016
Olympia is a true champion! Read her story and find out how to adopt her today!
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
The ASPCA pledged $5,000 and a Minnesota business added $1,000 to the reward offered by Suffolk County SPCA bringing the reward to $8,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible ...
By Allison Matos April 15, 2016
It’s the week of the Dachshunds at Last Hope Animal Rescue! Head on down and fall in love with Brownie, Wizard and Flamingo!
By Long Island News & PR April 13, 2016
Suffolk County SPCA officers charged a Coram woman yesterday with Animal Cruelty.
By Long Island News & PR April 11, 2016
The Suffolk County SPCA is seeking information from the public to help identify the individual(s) responsible for taping a dog's muzzle shut and abandoning it.
By Long Island News & PR April 08, 2016
Nassau County SPCA: Cat Shot in RVC: $5,000.00 Reward being Offered for Information.
By Allison Matos April 08, 2016
Look at these adorable faces-such character! Don’t wait- adopt Lucas and Flamingo today!
By Legislator Anker's Office April 04, 2016
During the month of March, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker partnered with Long Island Cares to host a pet supply drive at her office in Mount Sinai.
By Long Island News & PR April 01, 2016
2015 is the first year in decades without a reported fatality, marks growing trend of improved hunter safety.
By Allison Matos April 01, 2016
With 3 handsome fellas all available for adoption this week, how do you choose just one?!
By Long Island News & PR March 29, 2016
The NYS Department of Health reported that a raccoon submitted for analysis has tested positive for rabies.
By Long Island News & PR March 28, 2016
Today, Monday, March 28th, marks the 3rd anniversary for Bruno, the last dog to leave the Nassau County Emergency Pet Shelter (see story below) that was set up after Hurricane Sandy.
By Long Island News & PR March 28, 2016
With a recent report of the capture of a rabid raccoon in Nassau County, Suffolk Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken announced that he has ordered increased surveillance of raccoons.