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NewsHound 042
May 23, 2006 |
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Dear urbanhounders,
The New York City dog's most cherished privilege is the Parks Department's unofficial (and longstanding) policy of allowing dogs to run off leash between 9 PM and 9 AM. Now that privilege is under attack by the shrill Juniper Park Civic Association (JPCA) of Queens, which, despite its benign name, is notoriously anti-hound.
Back in 1999, the JPCA declared that New Yorkers were being "terrorized by off-leash dogs." More recently, the JPCA's taken its crusade to the courts, demanding the end of glorious off-leash socials in Central Park, Prospect Park, Juniper Park, and every other park in the city.
We don't think this lawsuit stands a chance (already, a judge has said it lacks reason). Nevertheless, the JPCA's rabid attacks have us on tenterhooks. We urge all urbanhounders to defend off-leash recreation by reminding those in power that we are law-abiding citizens, taxpayers, and devoted members of our community.
What can you do? Sign and circulate this petition. Write to Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Public Advocate Betsy Gotbaum, and your City Council person. Be sure to support our city's top dog-advocacy organizations, including Central Park PAWS, FIDO in Prospect Park, and (by emailing Terri.Sullivan@ny.ddb.com) the newly formed Juniper Valley Dog Association.
With best revolutionary wishes to you and your hounds,
Nina Munk & Nadia Zonis
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Let's Get This Party Started Yappy Hour
Wednesday, May 24, 7 PM to 9 PM
Barking Dog Luncheonette, 150 E. 34th St. btwn. 3rd and Lexington Aves., Manhattan
At this fundraising bash, hosted by an Upper East Side diner for the North Shore Animal League, wine, beer, and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and dogs are welcome. To attend you must become a member of NSAL's new Party Animals social group, which organizes pub crawls, BBQs, hikes, and dog-friendly vacations throughout the year. Membership is $35 per person, or $50 for a family.
Pet Estate Planning Seminar
Thursday, May 25, 6 PM to 8 PM
The Yale Club, 50 Vanderbilt Ave. btwn. E. 44th and E. 45th Sts., Manhattan
At this ASPCA-sponsored seminar, lawyers who specialize in estate planning will discuss the crucial issue of how to provide for your dog's care after your death. Please rsvp to marshap@aspca.org or 212-876-7700, x4505.
Conference on Pet Loss and Bereavement
Friday, May 26 through Sunday, May 28, 11 AM to 4 PM
Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers St. btwn. Greenwich and West Sts., Manhattan
The third annual conference of the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement is designed for pet owners as well as professionals. Seminars will cover a wide range of topics including "Children and Pet Death" and "Emergency Preparations for Our Pets." Costs range from $60 to $180. For more information visit this page on the Association's website or call 718-382-0690.
William Wegman: Funney/Strange
Through May 28, Wed. to Fri., 10 AM to 5 PM; Sat. and Sun., 11 AM to 6 PM
The Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Pkwy., Brooklyn
This is the last week to see this critically acclaimed retrospective of William Wegman, who is best know for the human-like images of his Weimeraner Man Ray, but is also, as a New York Times reviewer recently stated, "the most accessible and, in his own way, richly human of all Conceptual artists." This sprawling exhibit is at The Brooklyn Museum.
Dog Day at Shea
Tuesday, May 30, 7:10 PM
Shea Stadium, 123-01 Roosevelt Ave. at 126th St., Flushing, Queens
The Mets take on the Arizona Diamondbacks and throw open the doors of Shea to hounds at this annual event. Tickets are $26 for people and $5 for dogs. All proceeds benefit the North Shore Animal League. There's more: to enter the Met Your Pet contest, upload a photo of your hound decked out in Met gear. Winners get two field tickets and their dog featured on Shea's massive TV.
"Unleashed: The Dog Runs of New York City" Opening Reception
Thursday, June 1, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Arsenal, Central Park, Manhattan
All are welcome to the opening reception of this exhibit of photos from the book Unleashed: The Dog Runs of New York City by Frances R. Sheridan. Stories and photos from dog run users will be included in the free exhibit, which runs through the month of June, Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM. The exhibit is on the 3rd floor of the Arsenal, inside the park at 64th Street and 5th Ave.
Coffee Bark
Saturday, June 3, 7 AM to 9 AM
Long Meadow, Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Held in rain or in shine, in the park's Long Meadow, behind the Picnic House (enter at Prospect Park West and 4th Street, then go left around the Picnic House), the monthly Coffee Bark includes muffins for humans and dog biscuits for hounds. The long standing social is sponsored by Brooklyn's FIDO, officially known as the Fellowship In the Interest of Dogs and Their Owners.
ASPCA Central Park Dog Walk
Saturday, June 3, 9:30 AM
East Meadow, Central Park, Manhattan
This half-mile walk and festival (face painting, raffles, live music) is designed to raise funds for Animal Care & Control of New York City, the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals, and the ASPCA; and to raise awareness about the efforts of these groups to turn New York into a "humane community." The cost is $20 for all humans over the age of 10; free for others. The East Meadow is near 5th Ave, between 97th and 100th Streets.
Astro's Hells Kitchen Dog Run Membership and Spring Clean-Up Day
Saturday, June 3, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Astro's HK Dog Run, W. 39th St. at 10th Ave., Manhattan
Stop by this private Hell's Kitchen run to sign up or renew your membership, get a new key, and help get the place in tip-top shape. As a reward for hard work, there will be a BBQ at the end of the day. Note: no dogs will be allowed in the run during the clean-up.
Sir William's Dog Run Coffee Bark
Sunday, June 4, 8 AM to 10 AM
Sir William's Dog Run, Fort Tryon Park, 190th St. and Fort Washington Ave., Manhattan
The Fort Tryon Dog Owner's Group invites everyone to this gathering the first Sunday of each month at their beautiful run. Free coffee and donuts. If you'd like to help out with maintenance of the run, stick around after the event.
Pug Day Out
Sunday, June 4, 9:30 AM to 5 PM
The Alice Austin House, 2 Hylan Blvd. at Edgewater St., Rosebank, Staten Island
Calling all pug people to this, an entire day devoted to pug-related activities, organized by the Pug Dog Club of Greater New York. There will be a costume contest, AKC Canine Good Citizen testing, judging of show pugs, a seminar on training your pug, and more. Admission is $10, children are free. You'll find directions here. For more information, call Pug Dog Club people Jackie Hofer at 732-297-1689 or Shirley Thomas at 718-762-7508.
Phodography: Portraits of Dogs
Monday, June 5, 6 PM to 9 PM
Agave's Gallery, 140 7th Ave. South at 10th St., Manhattan
At this opening of an exhibit of dog photographs by Anna Debenedictis there will be food and drink as well as a raffle and silent auction to benefit Animal Haven Shelter. Admittance is free, but please rsvp, and leave your hound at home. The photos will be on display until June 8th.
Petco Unleashed! Second Annual Chihuahua Race
Saturday, June 10th, 9 AM
Riverside Park, 87th St. and Riverside Dr., Manhattan
Is your Chihuahua fleet of foot? Petco is looking for the fastest Chihuahua in America and they are holding regional time trials in six cities. Winners get a free trip to San Diego for the national finals in September. If you think your Chi has what it takes, register online (and get a free t-shirt in the process).
Mayor's Alliance/Maddie's Pet Adoption Festival: Queens
Sunday, June 11, noon
Astoria Park, Parking Lot 1 at Hoyt Ave. and 19th St., Queens
Thinking about adopting a(nother) dog? Along with hounds seeking homes, this adoption festival will include tables manned by a veterinarian, a groomer, and a trainer, all of whom will gladly answer your questions. As well, microchipping will be available for all dogs and cats (not just those adopted at the festival) for $25. For more information, call 212- 252-2350, email info@animalalliancenyc.org or visit the Mayor's Alliance website.
Pet portraits to benefit Barkin' Arts NYC
Sunday, June 11, noon to 2 PM
Happy Paws, 316 Lafayette St. at Houston St., Manhattan
At this event hosted by downtown dog emporium Happy Paws, professional photographer Ronnie Schultz will shoot a digital image of your dog at the discounted rate of $10. All proceeds go to benefit Barkin' Arts NYC.
Hartsdale Pet Cemetery War Dog Memorial celebration
Sunday, June 11, 1 PM
75 North Central Park Ave., Hartsdale, New York
This annual event honors dogs who have been of service to humanity, including military canines, search and rescue dogs, police and fire dogs, and assistance dogs. If you attend the ceremony, be sure to walk through this historic pet cemetery, the oldest in the nation, where you'll find the burial spots of the pets of luminaries including Diana Ross and Mariah Carey. Hartsdale, about 25 miles north of midtown, can be reached by car or Metro-North. Directions are on the Hartsdale website.
Party With a Purpose: No Pet Left Behind
Sunday, June 11, 6:30 PM
To help raise funds for the Humane Society's lobbying efforts to get the PETS Act (S. 2548/H.R. 3858) passed, dog people across the nation are being encouraged to host (or attend) awareness- and fund-rasing parties on this day. The PETS Act would require that state and local disaster plans include pets. For more information visit this webpage.
Barkin' Arts NYC Launch: People, Paws & Paint
Wednesday, June 14,
6 PM to 9 PM
Living With Art, 153 Lafayette St., corner of Grand St., 7th Fl., Manhattan
To celebrate the launch of Barkin' Arts, New York's first dog-friendly contemporary art gallery, this party will includes a silent auction of dog-themed artwork, nibbles and wine, and goody bags (for the first 100 people to arrive). Well mannered hounds are invited. Suggested donation, a portion of which goes to Animal Haven, is $5. Please rsvp to pamela@barkinartsnyc.org or 212-922-2994.
Take Your Dog to Work Day
Friday, June 23
This is the eighth year of this national event, created by Pet Sitters International to spread the word about what wonderful companions dogs make. To download PSI's 17-page "Business Action Pack" with tips, forms and ideas to help organize "Take Your Dog To Work Day" at your company, click on this link .
Pupnic
Friday, June 23, 5 PM to sundown
The Nethermead, Prospect Park, Brooklyn
This annual pot-luck picnic for dogs and their humans has become a great Brooklyn tradition. In addition to food and good company, there will be games, agility demonstrations, and free Frosty Paws. The Nethermead meadow (where dogs are allowed off-leash after 5 p.m.) can be reached easily from all sides of the park, but the closest entrances are: Prospect Park Southwest and 16th Street; the Willink entrance on Flatbush Avenue near Empire Boulevard; and the Lincoln Road entrance off Ocean Avenue. For more information, visit the FIDO website.
Mayor's Alliance/Maddie's Pet Adoption Festival - Bronx
Sunday, June 25, 11 AM to 4 PM
Broadway and West 246th St., near Van Cortlandt House Museum, Bronx
Thinking about adopting a(nother) dog? Along with hounds seeking homes, this adoption festival will include tables manned by a veterinarian, a groomer, and a trainer, all of whom will gladly answer your questions. As well, microchipping will be available for all dogs and cats (not just those adopted at the festival) for $25. For more information, call 212- 252-2350, email info@animalalliancenyc.org or visit the Mayor's Alliance website
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Do you have a wonderful old dog? Washington Post columnist Gene Weingarten and Pulitzer-prize-winning photographer Michael Williamson are working on a book that will celebrate the older dog. If your dog is at least ten years old, and you'd like him or her to be considered for inclusion in the book, go to the Old Dogs website and upload a photo.
Old Navy is looking for a new mascot to replace retiring spokesdog Magic. Think your dog embodies that Old Navy je ne sais quoi? Find out how to nominate your dog at this page on Old Navy's website.
New York City's own Carl Schurz Dog Run has been named one of the top ten dog parks in the U.S. by Dog Fancy magazine. Congratulations!
Calling all Brooklyn Heights hounds. The delightful Hillside Dog Park has a new website.
The city pound has a bad rap. For one thing, people tend to think the only dogs found at the pound are big, tough and hard to handle. In fact, there are many dainty dogs up for adoption at Animal Care & Control of New York City. We spotted: Dukey, a Miniature Pinscher-Chihuaha mix (A656225); Susie, a Brussells Griffon-Border Terrier mix (A655463); Mr. Fuji, a Brussells Griffon-Border Terrier mix (A655562); and Sparky, a Cocker Spaniel (A654891). They're all looking for homes right now. Interested? Call Animal Care & Control of New York City at 212-788-4000 and use the reference numbers above (sadly, the website's search engine doesn't work all that well...).
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