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Horses seized may go up for adoption

Submitted by WNYT Staff
Monday, May 7th, 2012, 6:00pm

Several horses that were seized last year from a Saratoga County woman's farm could be available for adoption.

The horses are currently being monitored by the SPCA. They belonged to Ann Arnold, who was convicted of animal cruelty.

The judge has yet to decide the fate of the horses

Anyone interested in adopting one of the horses is asked to email the Saratoga County district attorney's office.

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Horse show to benefit SALT

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer
Friday, April 27th, 2012, 2:38pm
Horse show to benefit SALT
SCHOHARIE - New York State Quarter Horse Association will be hosting Walk Trot Ride for a Cause Classes on May 11-12.
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Documentary on Puppy Mills to be screened

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer
Thursday, April 26th, 2012, 3:01pm

MENANDS - On Monday, April 30, a special showing of the documentary film "Madonna of the Mills" will be held in the Legislative Office Building.

The film follows a woman named Laura as she save thousands of dogs from puppy mills in Pennsylvania where the dogs spend their entire lives in tiny cages without any human contact.

The film screening is free and open to the public. After the screening, attendees will have an opportunity to learn about pending legislation in New York.

The screening is at 11:30a in room 711-A.

For More information, Please Call, 518-434-8128 ext. 203.

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Mohawk Hudson Humane Society's 125th Anniversary Gala to be April 21

Submitted by Emma Levine, WNYT Web Producer
Friday, April 20th, 2012, 8:35am
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society's 125th Anniversary Gala to be April 21

The 125th Anniversary  Around the World for 80 Strays Gala will take place on Saturday, April 21 at the Hilton Garden Inn on Hoosick Street in Troy.

The event will benefit the Hudson Mohawk Humane Society and will feature live and silent auctions. Music will be provided by Grand Central Station.

According to a statement, the society will present 2012 Human Heroes Awards and Goldstein Auto Group will receive the Humane Business Award,  while the Humane Non-Profit Award will be presented to Community Resource Federal Credit Union. 

More awards will be given to Cohoes Harmony Hill School third grade students & teachers when they receive the 2012 Humane Education Award and John Norton will be given the Humane Advocate Award for his photographs of homeless animals. 

The Society will also present its highest award given in honor of Dr. William O. Stillman, who founded the organization in 1887.

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Mohawk Hudson Humane Society receives grants

Submitted by Emma Levine, WNYT Web Producer
Friday, April 13th, 2012, 9:30am
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society receives grants

The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society received two grants for the purpose of spaying and neutering animals in the Capital Region. Together, the grant money totals $30,000.

The money comes from the state’s Animal Population Control Fund, which is administered by the ASPCA. The funds are the result of surcharges on every dog license in the state (outside of New York City) as well as the state’s spay/neuter license plate.

Half the money will go to the society’s Feline Fix program which spays and neuters cats and the other half will go to the Buck-A-Bull program which is dedicated to sterilizing pit bull type dogs.

“We are very excited about this new funding,” said Brad Shear, MHHS executive director in a statement.  “This grant money means we will be able to do even more to prevent the growing population of animals in the Capital Region and ultimately save more animals’ lives.”

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Fundraiser pays for injured cat's vet bill

Submitted by Emma Levine, WNYT Web Producer
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012, 1:01pm
Fundraiser pays for injured cat's vet bill

A scrap metal drive was held to help the family of Duke Ellington, who happens to be their beloved family cat.

Cascades Tissue Group in Mechanicville held the drive and raised over $12,000. A check will be presented on Monday to the Ballston Spa Clinic for Duke Ellington’s vet bill which amounts to $4,400 and the Saratoga County Animal Shelter which amounts to $8,000.

The cat was badly injured when he was hit by a car on Central Avenue in Mechanicville and the driver took off without checking on the cat. The cat underwent surgeries including wiring his jaw shut and has been recovering. The cat is Ethan Dancz’ best friend and both Ethan and his family are grateful for the support they have received.

The group is also donating $500 to the Estherville Animal Shelter.

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Assemblyman and senator announce Dangerous Dog Owner Deterrent Act

Submitted by Emma Levine, WNYT Web Producer
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011, 11:46am
Assemblyman and senator announce Dangerous Dog Owner Deterrent Act

A New York assemblyman and senator have announced new legislation to help keep residents safe from dangerous dog attacks.

Assemblyman Jim Tedisco (R,C,I-Schenectady-Saratoga) and Senator Hugh Farley (R,C,I-Niskayuna) have announced the Dangerous Dog Owner Deterrent Act. According to a statement, the act will help charge irresponsible dog owners up to a felony if their dog seriously injures someone. This could carry a penalty of up to two years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine. The law also gives judges the discretion to impose the most serious sentences for the most severe cases.

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