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A: Believe it or not, there are lots of things that can be done from home to help keep your pet healthy. Cleaning your pet’s ears will help prevent ear infections. Brushing … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 12/22/14

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, joined by other town officials and some seasonal characters, announced the start of the Home for the Holidays pet adoption program at the home of Ed and Laura Ra.

Town seeks loving homes for pets

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray cited famed singer Perry Como when announcing the start of a free pet adoption program at the town’s animal shelter: “There’s no place like home for the holidays.” more

By Andrew Hackmack | 11/26/14

Halloween and Your Pet

Q: My dog is always trying to get into my child's candy. Is there anything I need to worry about? A: Halloween is almost here, and children await the fun of trick-or-treating. But … more

By Central Veterinary Associates | 10/24/14

At a Press conference on Sept. 16 promoting pet adoptions, Mike Timka, owner of Fun Stuff Toys in Seaford, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray and Animal Shelter Director Mike Pastore showed off Bill Blasso who is up for adoption.

Town of Hempstead pushes pet adoptions

Pictures of pets in need of a good home are coming to a store near you. The Town of Hempstead has launched a new initiative, “Downtown Dogs (and Cats),” to increase adoptions at its animal shelter in Wantagh. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/24/14

Q: What do I have to worry about if I take my dog to a dog park?

Dog Parks are great places for dogs to get exercise and have fun. But if not careful, they can also become a hazard. Before taking your dog to the park you should make sure … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 7/24/14

Nicole Borman attempted to find Wally a home with a pet fair held at the Valley Stream Dog Park on Saturday.

Girl Scout gets serious about pet ownership

Animals have always been a passion for Nicole Borman, so the choice for her Girl Scout Gold Award project was an easy one. She centered her project on pet care and the intricacies of owning an animal. more

By T.J. Brennan | 6/18/14

Susan Infield with her dog, Dakota, the inspiration behind her first published book, a children’s story about the benefits of pet adoption.

New book a window into pet adoption

A decade ago, Susan Infield never imagined herself being a dog owner. But at the insistence of her children, she relented, and it became a life-changing experience. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/27/14

Your Healthy Pet

A: Believe it or not, there are lots of things that can be done from home to help keep your pet healthy. Cleaning your pet’s ears will help prevent ear infections. Brushing … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 12/19/13

Valley Stream postal worker Patty Mezynski, after seeing fliers around the neighborhood, helped reunite a lost ferret with its owner.

Postal worker delivers ferret, joy

Patty Mezynski has been walking her postal route in the west end of Valley Stream for 20 years. Never before has she found someone’s lost pet. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 10/2/13

Annabelle, Jacqueline, Madeleine and Alaina were happy to be able to visit Genevieve and Juliet at the emergency shelter at Mitchel Field.

Pets: Helpless victims of Hurricane Sandy

Long Beach resident and cat owner Randy Lerner was an eyewitness as Hurricane Sandy hit the shore of Long Island. “I live across the street from the ocean,” he said, “and I watched the … more

By Mary Malloy | 3/6/13

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