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If you're a pet owner on Long Island, or you have a passion for animals, you won't want to miss any of the articles and stories from our Pet & Animal Section, which focuses on pet ownership, adoptions, and pet related issues for Long Islanders.
By Lon Cohen May 11, 2020
Police in Suffolk gave a mother duck a beautiful gift on Mother's Day by rescuing her babies.
By Catherine Eve April 16, 2020
The Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Abraham Comfort Dog from Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Hicksville is delivering virtual comfort visits to people who need support.
By Andrew Hazen April 14, 2020
Visit the Tackapausha Museum and Preserve’s Facebook page and meet Basil and Peppermint, two domestic rabbits.
By Long Island February 13, 2020
Dozens of canine brides and grooms to exchange 'puptuals' on Valentine's Day
By Lon Cohen January 29, 2020
Before the Super Bowl kicks off this year, Groundhog Day tradition will be held.
By Lon Cohen January 18, 2020
Three little piggies went running down Sunrise Highway.
By Lon Cohen January 13, 2020
Pilot program will run 90 days and if successful will be extended.
By Catherine Eve December 18, 2019
Thinking of popping the question? The Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead has three fun and unique ways you can propose to your special someone with the help of penguins, sharks, and butterflies.
By Catherine Eve October 16, 2019
Leapin' lizards! The Long Island Reptile Expo is coming to Suffolk Community College in Brentwood on October 20.
By Lon Cohen October 15, 2019
Town unveils a dozen new parks where leashed pets are welcome.
By Lon Cohen October 04, 2019
Expands upon existing legislation to prevent animal cruelty.
By Lon Cohen September 10, 2019
Begun in 1981, Last Hope Animal Rescue is dedicated to reducing the cat and dog overpopulation problem on Long Island and rescuing stray animals.
By Lon Cohen September 04, 2019
These dogs and cats are waiting for the right owner to scoop them up at local animal shelters.
By erin__l August 26, 2019
The 2019 Hampton Classic Horse Show is finally happening from August 25th to September 1st!
By Catherine Eve August 22, 2019
Have a whale watching experience without having to go to the East End.
By erin__l August 19, 2019
The body of a dead humpback whale was found ashore in Long Beach.
By Long Island News & PR August 19, 2019
Dashawn Belcher, 25, isaccused of failing to provide proper sustenance including food, water and veterinary care, officials say.
By Catherine Eve August 17, 2019
The end of the summer is filled with events for animal lovers. From dog beauty pageants and music events supporting animals in need to movie nights with cats, here are some fun things to do.
By erin__l August 14, 2019
Thousands of blacktip sharks were spotted off the coast of Long Island due to climate change.
By Catherine Eve August 09, 2019
Firefighters and EMTs are now allowed to rescue distressed animals that are left in unattended vehicles.
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