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NYC ACC
The End of Innocence
Every day, we are all faced with the harsh realities of what the New York City animals go through when they enter the shelter system. Every … [Read more...] about The End of Innocence
Phoenix – Tossed in a Stairwell to Die
Back in January, Urgent announced that we had expanded our “mission.” Not only would we be assisting animals at the AC&C, but we would also … [Read more...] about Phoenix – Tossed in a Stairwell to Die
An Open Letter to New York Animal Care & Control
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The Deaths of Little Debbie and Dutch
Little Debbie entered the ACC on January 8th, 2013 as a stray, and was quite perfectly named. She was dessert personified...... a tasty snack cake … [Read more...] about The Deaths of Little Debbie and Dutch
“NYCACC and High Morale” (How to Tell when You’re Doin’ it Wrong)
When the name Elisabeth Manwiller is mentioned, it is generally met with eye rolls and groans-- and rightfully so. Why you ask? Elisabeth was, until … [Read more...] about “NYCACC and High Morale” (How to Tell when You’re Doin’ it Wrong)
Adopt a Dead Dog?
Out of all the firings and "resignations" happening at AC&C recently, one of the worst employees to ever be hired in the NYC shelter system has … [Read more...] about Adopt a Dead Dog?
No Hope for Trigger Happy New York
Even those people who are new to Urgent know that NYC AC&C does not waste any time slapping a dog on the kill list to clear kennel space and stack … [Read more...] about No Hope for Trigger Happy New York
URGENT In The News!
To celebrate our 2 year anniversary, a story about Urgent appeared in The Companion: The Origins of Urgent Part 2 - Animal Lover uses Social Media … [Read more...] about URGENT In The News!
Welcome to the Barkside – II
I first saw his picture on January 16, 2012. I had been following Urgent for over six months and had seen many other dogs that peaked my interest, but … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Barkside – II
ASPCA – “In The Arms of Angels” or FRAUDS?!
The next time you happen to view a heartrending ASPCA commercial while watching TV, and then, through teary eyes, dash for the credit card, please … [Read more...] about ASPCA – “In The Arms of Angels” or FRAUDS?!