ABC Best Pet Social Distancing Picture Contest – submissions 11 to 21!

Thank you all for your patience. Here are submissions #11 to 21! What a great batch this was We’ve got poems, pets wearing masks, memes and pets to be blamed for typos!! Mabel the dog also has a special trick we’re going to share on our FB and IG pages. Thank you all for these excellent pictures and inspiration. We hope you enjoy seeing all our pets working on their social distancing game!

Submission #11

Cleo (the dog) and Piper (the cat) practicing social distancing during the pandemic.

Submission # 12

A poem by Pearl, Social Distancing Advocate

During this crazy time, we should do our part,

So please think twice when you fill your cart,

Think of your neighbors who are truly in need,

Because times are tough, but it could be worst indeed,

Practicing Social Distancing is really smart,

So remember to wear your mask and stand six feet apart

We hope everyone is safe and healthy! Thank you!

Submission # 13:

Dear ABC,

We’ve loved you for years and still love you. Here is our contest entry: Our cat, Zuzu. (When you saw her, right after we adopted her, we were thinking of naming her “Olive,” which is the name you have in your files, but right after that visit we decided to officially name her Zuzu–after Zuzu’s petals in It’s a Wonderful Life. She’s now 8 months old and healthy and eating a lot!)

In this photo, Zuzu is doing her part as I work from home. Not until I started working form home did she discover this “under the computer stand” hiding place, and she’s been there every day while I work since (when she isn’t asking to play).

Thank you for having this contest!

Submission # 14

Phineas (left) and Cheeto (right) Lind have been working on their model poses during quarantine. Cheeto really knows how to work the camera!

Submission # 15

We call her Thingy now, because she is so calm it’s preternatural.

Submission # 16

Angel. This is him social distancing under some bed sheets.

Submission # 17

Yogi was turned into a meme!

Submission # 18

Mabel, a blue heeler rescue, is dreaming of better days at the dog park with all of her four-legged friends in the East Village.

 

 

*Mabels mom also submitted an amazing video which will be posted on our social media pages!

Submission # 19

Buster is a sweetheart, but he likes to feign annoyance with that brow! He wants us to think he hates us being home all the time — couldn’t be further from the truth!

We adopted Buster from a Craigslist ad. He’s been passed around a few homes in his life but we can confidently say this will be his last! He’s funny, personable, easily angered, and a talker — the best quarantine entertainment one can ask for!

Submission # 20

I’m blaming my typos on my cat.

Submission 21

Chomba, #catsofnyc #catslovequarantine #chombacat #royalchomba

ABC Best Pet Social Distancing Contest: First 10 submissions and one extra!

ABC Best Pet Social Distancing Contest!

Hello everybody! A huge thank you to all who have submitted your pictures. It’s so exciting to see how all our pets are doing and dealing with social distancing. Here are the first 10 submissions with a first extra surprise submission.

Submission #0: What a lovely surprise. It’s Pepsi and Scooter, Dr. Tufaro’s dogs. We told them they were not eligible for the prizes but they wanted to join in on all the fun. Look at them social distancing so nicely!

Submission #1: Diogenes and Aloysius

They are very healthy. With this isolation I get closer and closer to them. Maybe one day they will let me pick them up.

Submission #2: Sophia

Sophia Law is a very independent and sophisticated diva. If there’s any position where she takes a strong stand, it’s social distancing. She’ll go as far as keeping a distance from her 22-year-old brother Romeo and hiding underneath the sheets.

I think Sophia should win because she’s always been a survivor. I remember adopting her 16 years ago. Even then, she was an adult cat. In January of 2019, she was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism at ABC. Since then, she’s been stronger than ever. Please consider our beloved tabby for Best Cat!

@herdailyobsession

Submission #3 Casanova

This is Casanova. During his stay at home time he has enjoyed extra cuddles from him humans who are ALWAYS around to love on him now, annoying his sister V, and of course trying to catch that damned red light that alludes him every time! What Cass enjoys the most however, are the long naps on his moms bed where he tucks himself under the blankets. Cass likes to think he’s showing us all how to stay calm. Be like Cass, stay home and comfy.

IG: @ashley_apples IG

Submission # 4: Kafka and Toby

Kafka (L) and Toby (R) social distancing. They thought this distance was appropriate, proportional to their size. Kafka is trying to figure out how quickly he can pounce on Toby. She is trying to pretend he doesn’t exist.

Submission # 6: Ziggy, Wyatt, and Candy O

This is our social distancing scratching post! Top 2 photo is Ziggy up top and Wyatt down below. Bottom photo – Wyatt (White kitty) up top with Candy O down below

IG: @lisapet14 and FB: Lisa Cairo Petta

 

 

Submission # 6: Sugar and Mouse

Here you have the turtle Sugar and the cat Mouse.

Turtle is very friendly and the cat doesn’t give a d**m because of social distances

Sugar and Richie (the two turtles) are always next to each other amd sleep together….but not during the pandemia

Submission #7: Margot Baramilis

Margot Baramilis for the photo contest! No social distancing in this home! 😊

Submission #8: Aika

This is AIKA reading Last Man Standing. She has become an avid reader during this stay at home time. She does not like to be disturbed even for a photo.

Submission #9: Charlie Knobel

Charlie Knobel knows the importance of drinking water

Submission #10: Keiko & Friend

Keiko Johnson and her friend

@keikothehusky

We are running a Best Pet Social Distancing Photo Contest for ABC Animal Hospital Clients!

Local pet events in the East Village

Hello, fellow pet lovers!

It’s been quite a while since our last post. I hope that you are doing well. We’ve come across 4 local pet events in the East Village in the next few days and thought that this would be the best place to share it with you. Please click on the links for more details about each event. Thank you.

Sincerely,

The ABC Animal Hospital team

Today, Friday 9/6: Tango in the Park at Stuyvesant Square Park. 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Details:

Enjoy a wonderful evening of music, dance, and song in the beautiful historic Stuyvesant Square. Professional tango instruction will be provided. This event is perfect for families and perfect for date night. Come with your children and dogs, and dance around the fountain flower bed into the sunset. Location: Near Peter Stuyvesant StatueSuggested donation: $20Any cancellation will be posted on our Facebook page. If you are not on Facebook, all Facebook posts can be read via the link on our website.

Saturday 9/7: Hearts and Bones Adoption Event at Come Back Daily at 516 E 11th St. in the East Village. 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Details:

“You can meet our adoptable dogs at our adoption events throughout NYC! Please note that we do not do same day adoptions – only pre-approved adopters are able to take home pups from our events so that we can assure we’ve found the best possible match for them. But anyone is welcome to swing by and say hi!”

Sunday 9/8:  Calm Dog Yoga in Union Square Park, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Details:

An interactive yoga class for dogs and their humans, teaching pup-focused relaxation techniques.

JustFoodForDogs will host a free Dog Yoga class in Union Square Park as a third installment in the Calm series. We will be sharing complimentary samples of Calm, the all-natural stress relieving supplement for high anxiety dogs (or calm dogs intense situations!) and relaxation techniques. Doga will be lead by seasoned NYC yoga and dog yoga teacher Anna Farkas. Anna is a believer in the connection Doga helps create with your pup. And it’s a fun workout for all – pets and hoomans alike!

The 45-minute class will be followed by samples and gift cards at the JustFoodForDogs kitchen inside Petco Union Square. Every day the open kitchen prepares the only proven healthy pet food on the market, utilizing only fresh, whole food ingredients USDA certified for human consumption, in recipes nutritionally balanced for dogs as well as cats.

Participants are asked to bring their own mats and ensure their dogs remain on leash during class. Max capacity for this class is 20 people and their pets. Please RSVP and arrive on time to secure your spot.

Tuesday 9/10: Mighty Mutts celebrates 25 years Fundraiser. 6:00 PM

Details:

WOOF!! Join us for a festive evening to celebrate Mighty Mutts 25th year of saving animals. This is your chance to meet volunteers (the lifeblood of our organization), from both the Mighty Mutts team that shows our adoptable rescues at Union Square to our Ollie’s Place cat volunteer team caring for dozens of adoptable cats being shown every day of the week. You’ll meet other animal lovers while you have drinks, eat complimentary hor d’oeuvres, and have the option to purchase raffle tickets for incredible prizes like gift cards, Broadway tickets, and wine (you get one complimentary)! But best of all you’ll be a part of saving animals’ lives.
Our goal is to hit $100K in donations, so even if you cannot attend please consider donating at https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mighty-mutts-inc/we-re-in-the-doghouse-throw-us-a-bone !

 

What greater gift than the love of a cat? -Charles Dickens

It’s the human-cat interactions that keep our bond strong with our feline family. And with the spring season upon us, it is important that we follow-up with their health and well-care check ups. We take care of each other. And with the spring season upon us, it is important that we follow-up with their health and well-care check ups. For outdoor cats, the threat of intestinal parasites are more prevalent in the warmer weather. If you haven’t done so already, start using flea and tick medication to prevent intestinal diseases. We offer heartworm testing and leptospirosis vaccines. Ask us the best way to keep your cats safe and healthy. Here at ABC Animal Hospital, we put your pets first. We want your family to enjoy the season — together.

 

Call ABC Animal Hospital to schedule your pet’s next well care visit and don’t forget to give us a ‘like’, ‘tweet’ and ‘follow’ on social media.

Please keep an eye out for missing pets near the East Village Explosion. Update: 4 cats found. 4 cats missing.

<Update 4/2/15: Lulu, Laszlo’s sister has been found. But there is one more cat -Sylvie now also known to be missing. (Photos updated below). If you see any of these pets please do not chase them, but contact their owners below, or Whiskers pet store. WSPBlog has done a mighty job putting together information and photos out about the lost pets.

I think that asking a building owner or super to check their backyards/stairs (or allowing you to ) will lead to a higher chance of locating these lost pets.  Please be on alert, especially if you are around the explosion area where the cats may be hiding.

As per WSPBlog:

“If you live nearby or if you can help, ask a building owner, super or tenant to check their backyard and stairwells (particularly East 7th), the only thing is the animal will be majorly scared and hiding. Ask them if they would be open to placing a humane trap with food in their backyard and/or an infrared wildlife camera (motion activated, night vision – I feel this is the way to go but needs coordination).”

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<Update 4/1/15: Good news! – 3 of the 7 cats have been found. Laszlo, Kitty Cordelia, and Sebastian.  As per WSP Blog – Kitty Cordelia and Sebastian were found under the bed in one of the evacuated apartments damaged by the fire. Cordelia and Sebastian’s poster has been removed from the post below. Lulu – Laszlo’s partner is still missing.

There are still 4 cats missing that we know of caused by the East Village building collapse.

Pets may be from adjacent damaged and evacuated buildings, escaped from doors broken down by firemen or the broken windows and and could be hiding somewhere in the neighborhood. Please please help keep an eye out for any lost and hiding pets. They may not have gone far.

If you see any of these cats please contact Animal care and Control (311) or 1-800 whiskers.

From the 1800 whiskers Facebook page: As most of you know already, Whiskers is located a block and a half from the tragic buildings which exploded in the East Village. These two cats are two of seven that we know of who are missing from the devastated buildings. If anyone has seen them or any of the seven missing cats please call 311 for Animal Care and Control or Whiskers at 1-800-whiskers. If you’re able to catch them, you can bring them to Whiskers on East 9th Street. PLEASE… keep your eyes open. All these cats are pets and if on the street may be scared and/or hurt.

Bideawee has also made a compilation of the missing cats and the contact information on their Facebook page which are shared below.

Washington Square Park Blog is also going to update their blog if they find out more. 

Reports of missing cats are also on EV Grieve.

  

Sylvie lost from from 119 2nd Ave during the East Village Explosion in NYC.

Photo of Sylvie, the missing animals flyer, and Sago the cat are from Washington Square Park Blog. All other lost cats details are from Bideawee.

East Village explosion aftermath – Resources and Information

Our hearts go out to those injured in the explosion, some critically, and all those affected by it. We’ve put together a compilation of information for those looking to help, those who were affected, and what you can do to help the EV recover from this terrible event. A total of 4 buildings were affected, with 20 civilian injuries, and 5 uniformed personnel. According to LES Ready – 208 units were affected with 144 units with vacate orders. Two people are still unaccounted for. If you have anything to add to the list – please let us know in the comments below.

To volunteer/ donate:

LES Ready a non profit that provides long term assistance to victims and their families. 3/28 update -As per their Facebook page they are no longer in need of volunteers and accepting donations. They also have a table next to ARC and OEM doing intake at the Tompkins Library reception center. The donation center is open from 8 – 8 today, which mirrors the hours of the reception center.

The Red Cross, The Mayors fund and several churches are also accepting donations. More information at DNA Info New York.

GOLES housing and preservation organization is also accepting donations. Donations needed: toothpaste, toothbrush, jackets, scarves, hats, underwear, shoes for kids, shampoo. Drop off @GOLESNYC 169 Ave B.

For assistance:

‘Working jointly NYCEM and the Red Cross opened a reception center at Tompkins Square Branch Library, 331 E. 10th St. to assist residents who may have been displaced by the incident with shelter, food, and mental health needs. Services include: counseling, on-site food, emergency clothing assistance, replacement medications/durable medical equipment, pet assistance.’ – More information from the website of the city of New York.

The Standard hotel is also offering free housing for 3 days.

Assistance for pet owners:

Our friends Paws and Relax is offering 7 days free boarding for those affected by the explosion.

Happy Dogs is offering free 3 days pet boarding, From their Facebook page – We are taking donation of gently used pet toys/bedding or bags of treats/food to help replenish what the pets of the East Village have lost.

Downtown veterinary hospital is offering free exams for smoke inhalation. More information at Thisdogslife.

Information on frightened pets and smoke inhalation in pets:

Watch for symptoms of smoke inhalation, and keep your pets calm and safe. Symptoms include: difficulty breathing, open mouth breathing, increased respiratory rate, coughing. More information on symptoms at the pet poison helpline.

Cats may be cautious or hide after a fearful event, but pets in general can be pretty resilient when it comes to dealing with traumatic events. Still, it’s best to keep an eye out for any changes in behavior, eating habits, litter box/ bathroom issues that may be a red flag for illness. Visit the humane society website for advice on how to help a fearful cat and how to help dogs that are fearful of thunder and other loud noises. As always, if you suspect that anything may be wrong you can contact us, or your veterinarian for more assistance.

How to protect yourself after being exposed to the smoke and fire:

The New York City of Health and Mental Hygiene has information on how to protect you and your family from the aftermath of smoke and fire.

Please also keep an eye out for any lost or hiding pets – Sago the cat is missing, and there may be others.

To stay updated on news related to the event keep an eye on EV Grieve and the Village Voice for local updates.

Stay strong East Village!