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Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm
Clone-Creating Tick Invades Another East Coast State: Public Health Officials Sound Alarm Connecticut researchers have confirmed the presence of a fast-spreading invasive tick that could pose serious health risks to people and pets across the state. The longhorned tick, originally from eastern Asia, was recently detected during local field studies by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in partnership with the USDA. This marks another step in the tick's rapid expansion through the eastern United States. Since first being found in America in 2017, the longhorned tick has spread to at least 21 states.  “The tick will be a nuisance, and it is spreading,” Kevin Lahm…
Here's Percentage Of People Who Say They'd Dump Partner To Add Years To Their Dog's Life Here's Percentage Of People Who Say They'd Dump Partner To Add Years To Their Dog's Life
Here's Percentage Of People Who Say They'd Dump Partner To Add Years To Their Dog's Life How far would people go to keep their dogs healthy, or even help them live longer? According to a new nationwide survey, some dog owners would go further than you might expect. The survey, commissioned by pet nutrition and wellness company Spot & Tango and conducted by Talker Research, polled 1,900 US dog owners.  It found that one in seven said they’d break up with their partner or spouse if it meant adding years to their dog’s life. Millennials were most likely to say goodbye to love for loyalty, leading the pack at 16 percent. When it comes to sacrifices, the poll found that …
Dogs Found In Deplorable Condition In Newburgh: Duo Charged During Eviction, Sheriff Says Dogs Found In Deplorable Condition In Newburgh: Duo Charged During Eviction, Sheriff Says
Dogs Found In Deplorable Condition In Newburgh: Duo Charged During Eviction, Sheriff Says Three dogs were rescued and their owners arrested after deputies found the animals living in distressing conditions during an eviction in Orange County, authorities said. The discovery happened on Thursday, May 15, when two deputies were conducting an eviction in the Town of Newburgh when they found three Shih Tzu dogs inside the residence exhibiting abnormal movement and visible distress. All three dogs were severely matted and covered in both dried and wet feces, the Orange County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday, May 19.  The deputies immediately contacted the town's A…
Drink With Your Pup: Dog Park, Bar To Open In Hudson Valley Drink With Your Pup: Dog Park, Bar To Open In Hudson Valley
Drink With Your Pup: Dog Park, Bar To Open In Hudson Valley A one-of-a-kind hangout spot is about to open in Rockland County, and it's designed for both dogs and their humans.  Bark ‘n Brews, Rockland County’s first dog park and bar, will hold its grand opening on Friday, May 30, at 35 Smith St. in Nanuet, offering a tail-wagging mix of local drinks, fresh food, and off-leash fun.  The concept is the creation of the team behind Paw Pals, a longtime local pet care business. Owner Brittanie, who dreamed up the idea back in 2019, says it started as a community event and has now grown into a full-time weekend destination.  "In 2019 I tho…
Pet Owners Can Now Order Prescription Meds On Amazon: Here's How Pet Owners Can Now Order Prescription Meds On Amazon: Here's How
Pet Owners Can Now Order Prescription Meds On Amazon: Here's How Dog and cat owners can now order prescription medications on Amazon, as the online retail giant tries to make pet care easier and more convenient. Amazon announced its new partnership with Vetsource in a blog post on Thursday, May 8. Vetsource is a licensed pet pharmacy that handles the filling and delivery of prescriptions. Customers can search for medications, add them to their cart, and check out using Amazon's regular system. "We know animals are not just pets; they're family," said Wendy Franks, director of Amazon Pets. "That's why we're so excited about being able to e…
Best Veterinarian In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Guardian Veterinary Specialists Best Veterinarian In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Guardian Veterinary Specialists
Best Veterinarian In The Hudson Valley In 2024: Guardian Veterinary Specialists We are thrilled to announce that Guardian Veterinary Specialists has been named Best Veterinarian in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Guardian Veterinary Specialists is an independently owned, full-service veterinary hospital that operates around the clock—providing both emergency and specialty care—and is dedicated to delivering advanced treatment options while maintaining a high standard of customer service. The veterinary practice provides services in areas like cardiology, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, derm…
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide America's biggest unofficial holiday is here and Super Bowl Sunday offers so much beyond what happens on the field inside the Caesars Superdome. The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are set to kick off Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. This showdown is a rematch of the NFL's 2023 championship game when the Chiefs beat the Eagles 38-35 at Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona. The Chiefs have been slight betting favorites at -1.5 on most sportsbooks since the matchup was finalized. That's a reversal from when they were about two-point underdogs in Super B…
Hudson Valley Welcomes Central Bark: A New Destination for Dog Care With Emphasis On Quality Hudson Valley Welcomes Central Bark: A New Destination for Dog Care With Emphasis On Quality
Hudson Valley Welcomes Central Bark: A New Destination for Dog Care With Emphasis On Quality With the holidays fast approaching, it's time to schedule care for your pooch if traveling out of town. Just in time, a new state-of-the-art dog spa and boarding facility —Central Bark—is opening its doors in Poughkeepsie today, Saturday, Dec. 7, with a celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Plaza 44 Shopping Center at 15 Burnett Blvd. Services will include enrichment dog daycare, grooming services, boarding options, and additional offerings grounded in the whole dog care philosophy, emphasizing safety and enrichment that supports dogs and their owners. Ron Donofrio, local owner and op…
Newly Renovated I-87 Service Area In Hudson Valley Reopened Newly Renovated I-87 Service Area In Hudson Valley Reopened
Newly Renovated I-87 Service Area In Hudson Valley Reopened The New York State Thruway Authority announced the reopening of a newly renovated service area in Hudson Valley. The service area in Rockland County in Sloatsburg is on I-87 northbound between Exit 15A and Exit 16.  According to the State Thruway Authority, it is the 19th location overall to open and the first of four to undergo extensive renovations as part of the $450 million private investment to redevelop and modernize all 27 service areas. Featuring two floors and more than 31,000 square feet, the Sloatsburg Service Area is the largest of the 27 service areas on the NYS Thruway s…
Several Bear Sightings Reported Throughout This Hudson Valley County: Here's How To Avoid Them Several Bear Sightings Reported Throughout This Hudson Valley County: Here's How To Avoid Them
Several Bear Sightings Reported Throughout This Hudson Valley County: Here's How To Avoid Them Several bear sightings have been reported throughout a Hudson Valley county as they emerge from their winter dens.  The sightings were reported over several days by residents in multiple areas of Putnam County, according to an announcement by the Putnam County SPCA on Tuesday, June 4.  Although the organization did not identify specific areas where the bears were spotted, it did explain that sightings have increased as the bears search for food following their emergence from their winter dens with depleted fat reserves. According to the New York State Department of Environmental …
Stop & Shop To Pioneer Doghouse For Pet-Owning Customers At Area Store Stop & Shop To Pioneer Doghouse For Pet-Owning Customers At Area Store
Stop & Shop To Pioneer Doghouse For Pet-Owning Customers At Area Store Stop & Shop will pilot a DogSpot house at an area store starting Thursday, June 6. The company based in Quincy, Massachusetts will run a 12-week test of the DogSpot house in Nassau County at the 65 Shore Road store in Port Washington. If all goes well, it then may put the doghouses in other stores, Supermarket News reported. DogSpot is a high tech app-connected dog house with temperature control, camera monitoring is lockable and self-sanitizing, where your dog can stay while you shop. A mobile app allows you to keep an eye on your dog while you when they are in the shelter. Here's the…
Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits New York Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits New York
Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits New York A multi-state outbreak of a drug-resistant illness linked to pet store puppies is currently under investigation, according to the CDC. As of December 2017, two people in both Connecticut and New York were infected with Campylobacter bacteria -- which is resistant to commonly recommended, first-line antibiotics making it difficult to treat. Epidemiologic and laboratory evidence indicates that contact with puppies sold through Petland stores is a likely source of this outbreak. Since the last update on October 30, 2017, 30 more ill people have been reported from 11 states. The most recent il…
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