New Hartford May Require Permits for 4 or More Pets
New Hartford officials are proposing a new law that would limit how many pets residents can own without a permit.
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Hundreds of Rescued Pet Rats Need Fosters and Adopters Right Now
More than 200 rescued pet rats still need foster or adoptive homes. Here’s how you can help give these overlooked pets a second chance.
Which Animals Made These Tracks in the Snow? NY DEC Shows Us
Picture a fresh blanket of snow, each footprint telling a story of the wild. It’s fascinating how these tracks reveal secrets of local wildlife.
2026 Wildlife Law Impacts ALL in New York State
What does New York State law say about trapping or killing nuisance wildlife like foxes?
New York State Comments on New Ice Warning
There is some exciting news for fishermen in New York State.
The Buffalo Zoo Welcomes New Addition From Nashville
Learn more about The Buffalo Zoo's newest occupant, Tupi, the giant anteater.
New York State Has This Unique Beaver Dilemma
It is about to warm up across New York State and the beavers have been active.
Local Animal Sanctuary Needs Volunteers to Install Heat
Spirit Animal Sanctuary asks for community support to install donated heating units before winter cold becomes dangerous.
Box of Kittens Abandoned Outside Herkimer County Humane Society
The Herkimer County Humane Society is asking for help after someone abandoned kittens at their door — while the shelter was open.
Massive Amounts of Bobcat Sightings, New York State to Trap
New York State is seeing an increased in sightings of bobcats all across the state especially in Western and Central New York and New York State is going to be trapping and harvesting.