“This event is aimed at creating a connection between young people and pets, from grade school to college-aged students,” explained SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “Studies by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry show there are many benefits for children raised with pets, including contributing to a child’s self-esteem and self-confidence, developing trusting relationships with others, and developing non-verbal communication, compassion, and empathy while providing physical activity, comfort contact, love, loyalty, and affection.”…
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Canine contestants are seeking the votes of the public to encourage donations and earn "wagging" rights. In the spirit of friendly competition, whose dog can raise the most money for animals in need?…
“We want to hear from folks in our communities about the animal-related issues and needs they care about, and share details on the success of our last forum, which inspired Friends of the Feral,” said SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “We will introduce the leaders of Friends of the Feral and share details on the great work they do and how we work together.”…
At the Susquehanna SPCA, we try to empower people to join our mission and to provide assistance for the animal they are calling about. Maybe we can talk them through their situation and advise on the food and supplies they need to care for the animal themselves. Maybe we can rehome their pet, but we need them to foster the animal for a while.…
SQSPCA objectives for this lifesaving investment involve two distinct programs: 1) shelter-to shelter services for other animal welfare organizations throughout the region, and; 2) public wellness clinics to assess pet health, provide nail clipping and ear cleaning services, dispense educational materials and advice on general pet care, and to provide follow-up recommendations as warranted.…
I reached out to Bryan LoRusso for an update on progress at the former Hartwick school building. This is his report: “My family purchased the ‘Old School’ in 2023. Since the closing on the property, it has been quite an undertaking to clean the structure out and begin the process of rehabilitation..."…
Law Enforcement, SQSPCA Discover Abandoned, Dead Dogs LAURENS—Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals staff worked with the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office earlier today to rescue four dogs living in deplorable conditions in the Town of Laurens. Unfortunately, the tip from a private citizen came too late to help the five deceased dogs found in garbage bags on the property. “It was horrific,” said SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “The worst situation I have been a part of.”…
SQSPCA, an Adoption Partner with the ASPCA Right Horse program, has taken two horses from this case to care for until they can be rehomed, according to Executive Director Stacie Haynes.…
“We are thrilled at this opportunity to bring art into the lives of our animals here at the shelter,” said SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes.…
“This campaign is our biggest of the year, and it is what makes the difference as to what services the SQSPCA can provide,” said Executive Director Stacie Haynes.…
