New York’s Staten Island. Many people make well-meaning New Year’s resolutions at the beginning of the year. But maintaining those objectives is frequently more difficult than expected. The typical New Year’s resolve lasts less than four months, according to a recent Forbes Health/One Poll survey.
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Exercise Partner:
If you resolve to become more active or spend more time outdoors, consider getting an energetic dog. Dogs require regular exercise, whether a walk around the neighborhood, a jog, or a hike. Walking briskly for 30 minutes five times a week can provide the moderate cardiovascular exercise most doctors recommend.
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Get back to healthy eating:
Raw sunflower or pumpkin seeds make a nutritious snack for dogs. Many fruits and veggies are also canine-approved, including watermelon, blackberries, cranberries, blueberries, bananas, apple slices, and baby carrots. These vitamin-packed treats are a great alternative to processed dog biscuits. Cats can also benefit from some people food in their diet. Plain-boiled chicken, fish like salmon or mackerel, and small amounts of cheese or egg are all feline-friendly options. Cats require animal protein as obligate carnivores, so fruits and veggies should only be given occasionally as treats.
This Hermy is…
Introducing Hermy!
Your heart will melt for this lovely 4-month-old mixed-breed puppy with the cutest face!
This little 10 pound beauty loves to curl up on your chest and give you warm embraces. She especially adores the kids in her foster home, giggling with delight every time she sees them and longing to be snatched up for extra affection!
Hermy is a lovely puppy who is curious about the bigger dogs in her foster home. She has been learning how to use a wee-wee pad and spends the entire night in a box with her littermates (with very few mishaps!).
If their hearts are prepared for her unending love, Hermy might fit into almost any family!
Hermy’s adoption fee is $500, and she is presently being fostered in Staten Island, New York.
Please visit www.louieslegacy.org/adopt (Courtesy/LouiesLegacy) to adopt this animal.Louies Legacy
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Decompress and De-stress:
Besides motivating you to exercise, being around a pet can provide health benefits.Research
shows that interacting with pets can lower blood pressure, boost immunity, reduce anxiety, and decrease cortisol levels. Making
eye contact
with dogs has even been found to release oxytocin, known as the love hormone, which can alleviate anxiety and depression.
Therefore, a furry friend might be the ideal answer if you’re trying to find a way to keep your New Year’s resolutions this year. In addition to motivating you to exercise, a dog’s simple presence can lower stress and enhance your general wellbeing.
Leading national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society is highlighting how adopting a new pet from a nearby shelter or rescue organization can start a fantastic year for anyone who want to make and maintain a few easy yet healthful resolutions in 2025.
Ellie, have you met her?
The cutest little black panther, Ellie, is here! This active and loving kitty has gorgeous golden eyes and smooth, silky fur. Despite her initial shyness, Ellie rapidly adjusts to new situations and people, displaying his inquisitive and daring nature.
Ellie thrives on attention and pets and loves being around people. He would thrive in a home with another young, energetic cat to keep her company because he loves to play. He is well-behaved, litter box trained, and prepared to fill her forever home with love and joy. Ellie might end up becoming your new best buddy.
At the moment, Ellie is in foster care in Brooklyn, New York. Only couples or households with other gregarious, sociable pets are eligible to adopt kittens. They require other pets to socialize with them because they are naturally highly gregarious.
A single kitten costs $150 to adopt, while a pair costs $200. Please visit www.louieslegacy.org/adopt (Courtesy/LouiesLegacy) to adopt this pet.Louies Legacy
Adoption Events
Please keep in mind that there are devoted elderly and disabled creatures who also require your care and attention if you wish to adopt. If you are unable to adopt, please think about fostering or informing someone who would benefit from some company.
January 11
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Louie s Legacy will be at PetSmart, 1525 Forest Ave., from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m
January 12
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Staten Island Animal Hope Rescue will be at Petco, 165 Bricktown Way, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Hello, Belinda.
Introducing Belinda, a gorgeous German Wirehaired Pointer/Poodle mix who is one year old and weighs 58 pounds. She is amiable and gets along nicely with other canines!
Please send an email to www.louieslegacy.org/adopt (Courtesy/LouiesLegacy) if you would want to adopt this dog.Louies Legacy
Ongoing
1. Free or inexpensive spay and neuter: Every neighborhood in the five boroughs is served by the ASPCA’s low-cost or free mobile spay and neuter van.
Low-income pet owners in the five boroughs with proof of public assistance, such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), or public housing qualify for free spay/neuter services for their cat or dog. It’s also free if you own a pit bull, pit-bull hybrid, or some large breed canines.
For the exact times the van will be in your area and pre-visit instructions, visitaspca.org/pet-care/spayneuteror call 877-SPAY-NYC (877-772-9692).
2. Submit a dog license application. Apply online to save time and postage. For additional information or to apply, go to nyc.gov/doglicense. View the flyer in the gallery above.
Gifts for animal lovers
Julie Forlenza, a former teacher at I.S. 7 and PS 62, and manager atWoof and Tails Lodge, took action after Hurricane Ian to help animals in shelters. Black Dog Portrait is her property. She has a remarkable enthusiasm for assisting animals. Visit her on Instagram or Facebook.
Stellar Villa is a New York City-based artist who recently raised over $11,500 for pet shelters after she single-handedly created 1,252 custom pieces of art of people s pets over 21 days. Now, she is working to create ongoing partnerships with local animal shelters to continue raising money. If you re looking for a gift for a dog lover, check outStellar swork.
Sophia Di Meglio wrote and illustrated A Big Life for Buddy,a children s book that offers a lighthearted look at an exceptional dog and teaches children about growing older, belonging, and the fact that loss is a natural part of life.
And then there is Remy…
This Remy…
Remy is a 5-month-old lover boy! He has been in foster with Chicklet another of our kittens and just joined us at petsmart. He is adjusting and curious meeting all of the new volunteers. He loves to be pet and loves to play and climb around his crate. He is available for adoption. Apply today at www.Victory4thevoiceless.com (Courtesy/V4V)V4V
Hiking trails
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Greenbelt Nature Conservancy Center
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High Rock Park
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Trail behind St. Andrews Church
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Mt. Loretto Unique Area
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Mount Moses
Dog-friendly parks
Allison Park, off-leash area in 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, mid-park on the right side
Bloomingdale Park, dog run, Maguire Avenue behind athletic fields closer to Ramona Avenue
Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area in the open field above picnic area near Royal Oak Road and Rice Avenue
Clove Lakes Park, off-leash area, Brookside Avenue between Alpine Court and Kingsley Avenue (lawn area)
Clove s Tail Park, off-leash area in lawn area, corner of Victory Boulevard and Little Clove Road
Conference House Park, dog run, 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 area leading to the beach
Evergreen Park, off-leash area, Greaves Avenue and Evergreen Street
Father Macris Park, off-leash area, lawn beyond ball field
Ida Court Playground, dog run, Ida Court between North Railroad Street and Drumgoole Road East
Lemon Creek Park, off-leash area, 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 run, Victory Boulevard below the pavilion, across from the Parkview Apartments
South Beach Park, off-leash area. Note: On sand only after Labor Day and before Memorial Day
Willowbrook Park, off-leash area, Archery Range Field
Wolfe s Pond Park, dog run, to the left of Cornelia Avenue
For more information, rules and regulations, visitnycgovparks.org/facilities/dogareas.
Dogs cannot enter any bathing facilities, including those at New York City beaches. However, from Oct. 1 through May 1, leashed dogs are allowed on the sand and boardwalk at Midland Beach and South Beach.
Leashed dogs are allowed on the boardwalk/promenade at Midland Beach and South Beach.
Pet poison helplines
If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, contact the Pet Poison Hotline at 855-764-7661 orpetpoisonhelpline.com, or contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 oraspca.org.
As the seasons change, keep in mind the plants that are poisonous to 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 visitwww.nypdcrimestoppers.com.
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