Laura from My Loveable Rescues has issued a message asking for help right now with the adoptable dogs in her care. Unfortunately, she is unable to have any more rescue dogs in her home. If you have been thinking about making room in your home for a new friend, check out her Petfinder page for more information on the dogs who really need you right now:

LITTLE LADY aka GRANDMA
COCKER-POO, SPAYED, SENIOR, SMALL, LOVES SLEEPING IN BED, SWEET, GENTLE, GIRL

DONATELLA
GERMAN SHEPHERD MIX, SPAYED, ABOUT 1 1/2 YEARS OLD, MEDIUM, VERY FRIGHTENED OF GOING OUTSIDE AND ON LEASH, AND NEW SURROUNDINGS, DOES WELL WITH OTHER DOGS, WILL WARM UP TO NEW PEOPLE EVENTUALLY

BUTCHIE BOY
AMERICAN BULLDOG MIX, NEUTERED, ABOUT 2- 2 1/2 YEARS OLD, MEDIUM/LARGE, EXCELLENT DOG IN EVERY ASPECT, PEOPLE, KIDS, OTHER DOGS, FOOD, TOYS, TREATS, NO ISSUES AT ALL

SHAINA
LAB STAFFIE MIX, SPAYED, LITTLE OVER A YEAR OLD, MEDIUM/LARGE, EXCELLENT WITH KIDS & ADULTS OF ALL AGES, DOG FRIENDLY

BUGSY
PIT BULL PHAROAH HOUND MIX, NEUTERED, 2 YEARS OLD, MEDIUM, EASILY EXCITED, KNOWS LEASH COMMANDS, VERY HIGH JUMPER, GOOD WITH ADULTS & KIDS, OK WITH SOME DOGS

NICKY
PUG CHIHUAHUA MIX, NEUTERED, 6-7 YEARS OLD, SMALL, NO SMALL KIDS, ONLY LIKES OLDER AND/OR CALM DOGS, PROTECTIVE OF HIS FAMILY

TRIPOD (Email for more information) GERMAN SHEPHERD BASENJI MIX, NEUTERED, 4 YEARS OLD, MEDIUM/LARGE, NO MALE DOGS, GOOD WITH MOST FEMALES, EXCELLENT WITH PEOPLE & KIDS OF ALL AGES, VERY SMART & AFFECTIONATE

CHA~CHA (Email for more information) PIT BULL MIX, SPAYED, 1 1/2 YEAR OLD, MEDIUM, EXCELLENT WITH ADULTS & KIDS OF ALL AGES, EXCELLENT WITH ALL DOGS, VERY AFFECTIONATE

BOBBY (FEMALE) (Email for more information) CANE CORSO MIX, SPAYED, 3-4 YEARS OLD, LARGE, FEARFUL OF MEETING NEW PEOPLE, NO KIDS, GOOD WITH DOGS, ENJOYS AFFECTION

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The dog run at Tompkins Square Park is the oldest in NYC. There are sections for large and small dogs too. Doesn’t it look nice? The Halloween event there is not to be missed.
(Thanks to aaronleefineman for such a happy photo)

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The Mythbusters covered this issue in episode #74 last March.
Ask Yahoo.com tried to dispel the old dog myth in a single webpage.
Veterinarian, David Taylor, on the other hand, wrote a whole book on the subject entitled: Old Dog, New Tricks. The book was thorough on discussing canine behavior and training with the senior adoptee dog in mind.
Taylor covers the basics about training with rewards and tells readers that old dogs will learn if you have lots of patience and the wherewithal to never use punishment because it is ineffective and can do more harm than good. There is a fair amount of information on signs your older dog may be having medical problems instead of behavioral issues. Taylor gives a nice overview of how to handle specific issues like fearful dogs, aggressive dogs (including the different types of aggression), destructive dogs, and our personal non-favorite: house soiling dogs.
All in all, you might get a good deal out of this book if you are about to adopt an older dog or want to understand more about canine behavior.
Click on the image for the Amazon webpage link.

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Holiday Weekend! There are more than just groups in the dog runs this week… See below.

The Astoria/NYC Exotic Animal Rescue Meetup Group
(First Meetup) Saturday, June 2, 2007, 2:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

Petting and Playing for pets and their people 40+
(New group, no meetups scheduled yet)

Terriers+ (NYC; etc.)
Pottery with Pups! and Pottery without Pups!
Thursday, May 24, 2007, 6:00 PM
Little Shop of Crafts (431 East 73rd Street)
AND
All Breed Dog Show, Obedience and Rally Trials
Friday, May 25 through Monday, May 28, 2007, 9:00 AM
East Freehold Park
KOZLOSKI ROAD
Freehold , NJ 07728

Outdoor Bound Adventurers Meetup Group
Hike and Hound: Moderate 6-mile Hike
Saturday, May 26, 2007, 8:45 AM
Corner of 73rd & Broadway in front of Apple Bank

The New York City Pug Meetup Group
May Hell’s Kitchen Pug Meetup
Saturday, May 26, 2007, 11:00 AM
DeWitt Clinton Park Dog Run

The NYC Pit Bull Terrier / Pit Mix /Rescue Meetup Group
Saturday, May 26, 2007, 11:00 AM
Union Square Dog Run - 15th St.
AND
Saturday, May 26, 2007, 1:00 PM (Brunch: No Dogs this time)
Friend of a Farmer
Irving (18th & 19th Sts)

The NYC Small Dog Social Group
Saturday, May 26, 2007, 1:45 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

The New York City Pug Meetup Group
First official Astoria Pug Meetup Date
Sunday, May 27, 2007, 11:00 AM
Astoria Park

Kiki’s Pet Spa Small Dogs Meat-Yap
Sunday, May 27, 2007, 12:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

The NYC Westie Playgroup
Sunday, May 27, 2007, 1:00 PM
Madison Square Park (Bwtn. 23rd and 26 streets Madison and 5th Avenue)

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It is always a treat to get the next issue of Your Dog in the mailbox each month. The newsletter published by Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine has some good information, the level-headed and common sense kind of stuff that we all need to read now and again.
If you are a Cornell University fan, check out their newsletters that come in both dog and cat size: DogWatch and CatWatch.
Out of all three newsletters, CatWatch has the best webpage. You are not able to get much information from either of the dog-oriented publications unless you sign up for delivery.
Check them out for some home schooling. These are reputable resources for pet health information. The same goes for the veterinary school webpages for Tufts and Cornell.
Do you have another tried and true resource for pet information? Leave a comment and tell us about it.

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Conan had his eye on the prize at Rose Water in Park Slope. Food motivation can be a great training aid. It must have worked for him, but he wants to learn more!

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Buttercup’s place is tucked away in Brooklyn on 5th Ave. and St. Marks Ave. in a cozy corner shop.
Betty and Scott have made this shop a fixture in the neighborhood and a fun destination for New York dog lovers.

The Pawtisserie website has an online shop and a list of stores that carry Buttercup’s signature treats. You can find a variety dog foods at the shop and all of the treats are made with no preservatives. They care about what goes into your dog, just like you do.

As a friend puts it, Buttercup’s is a treat to visit and although the snacks are decorated more for us than for our dogs, we still love it! With ice cream-shaped snacks and birthday bone cakes, we get just what she’s talking about.

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It is a bit cold outside, but that won’t stop your dog (or rat enthusiasts…) from wanting to meet up!

The New York Jack Russell Terrier Meetup Group
Mid-May Meet Up
When:
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 12:00 PM
Where:
Carl Schurz Park
Small Dog Run East End Avenue

The New York Shetland Sheepdog Meetup Group
May Meetup
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 12:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

NYC Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Meetup
New Park! Riverside… west west west
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 1:00 PM
Where:
Riverside Park

The New York Greyhound Meetup Group
May Meet up
When:
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 1:00 PM
Where:
Riverside Park
W.72 and Riverside Park NYC

The New York City Pomeranian Meetup Group
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 1:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

The NYC Small Dog Social Group
NYC Small Dog Social Group Meetup
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 1:45 PM
Animal Haven Soho (403-407 Broome Street, 2nd floor

The New York Toy Dog Play Group
SHOW ‘N’ TELL
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 3:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

NYC Shiba Inus and their Human Companions
WORKSHOP - Clicker Training and Freeshaping Behavior
Saturday, May 19, 2007, 3:00 PM
Sign Up for Location Details

NYC Shiba Inus and their Human Companions and The Beagle Pack!
Beagle Shiba Wrestling Match!
When:
Sunday, May 20, 2007, 11:00 AM
Where:
Washington Square Park

The New York Boston Terrier Meetup Group
When:
Sunday, May 20, 2007, 1:00 PM
Where:
Riverside Park Dog Run
W. 72nd Street/Riverside Drive

The New York City Rat Meetup Group
When:
Sunday, May 20, 2007, 3:00 PM
Where:
City Diner
2441 Broadway (90 St.)

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Many apologies for the quiet month here at NYCityPets! Wedding planning, long commuting, too much knitting, blah blah blah, excuses.
Lizz and Honey are back and more fun is coming your way this week.
For now here are photos from the farm, our annual retreat destination. We love NYC, but sometimes you need some R & R!

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