I am all in favor of rules that affect cats. Recently, I stumbled over some cat claws—er, laws—that really got my tail waggin’. As you read my report, you may find yourself tilting your head in dog-like fashion as they tickle your curiosity. • Black cats must wear bells on Friday the 13th in French […]
September 28 is an opportunity for people around the world to unite in rabies prevention. Every year hundreds of thousands of people like you organize and take part World Rabies Day. All over the world people take part in local, regional and national events, held to raise awareness about and/or prevent the spread of rabies. […]
We interviewed Lisa Bonanno from the SPCA of Westchester so that we all could learn more about her. She is the SPCA’s development manager and she does amazing things in our community! Where are you originally from? I grew up in Westchester, in SomersNY. Where did you/do you go to school? I went to Somers, […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking new measures to ensure the health and welfare of pets sold over the Internet. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced that it has revised the definition of “retail pet store” within the Animal Welfare Act to prevent many breeders selling pets online from […]
The SPCA of Westchester investigates animal cruelty complaints throughout the county including the cities of Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon and White Plains. Cruelty complaints from towns and villages are handled as well. The 24 hour hotline phone # is: 914-941-7797 For more information, go to: www.spca914.org
In 1883, Ossining resident Mary Dusenberry was moved by the sight of work horses struggling to deliver heavy loads of coal. Her concern led to the creation of the SPCA of Westchester in Briarcliff Manor, the only agency in Westchester County empowered by the State of New York to enforce laws relating to animal cruelty. […]
The SPCA of Westchester was founded in 1883 by Ossining resident Mary Dusenberry after she observed horses being mercilessly whipped and beaten as they trudged up nearby hills to deliver heavy loads of coal. Together with caring friends, she obtained land on which to build the Society’s first home and established a fund to be […]
This cutie was rescued from a high kill shelter. Abby is very sweet, always wagging her tail! She will make a great companion! She needs an adult only home. All Dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped, vaccinated (age appropriate) and come with a free 7 day Vet check from a participating Vet! Their hours are […]
Between Sept. 3 to Sept. 30, every time a new Facebook post gets “LIKED” on our Facebook Page, Croton Animal Hospital will donate 1/6th of a bowl of pet food to The SPCA of Westchester. By “LIKING” these stories every day and encouraging your friends to do the same, we can donate an enormous amount […]
Complimentary well pet exam for new clients when booked over the phone.