Written by Mary Miller, Farm Manager, and Alyssa Catholdi, Humane Education Supervisor at Lollypop Farm. At Lollypop Farm, we see humane education as a vehicle promoting kindness, developing empathy, and
Keep ReadingFable came from a home with many cats, so she was not sure what to make of human interaction when she first arrived at Lollypop Farm. She was nervous, often
Keep ReadingMagnolia was brought to Lollypop Farm underweight, clearly having gone without food for some time. She was brought to safety by one of our humane law enforcement officers so she
Keep ReadingIn May, Lollypop Farm received an unexpected call. A goat was on the loose at a local golf course! We assembled a team, but the crafty goat quickly ditched the
Keep ReadingCampers attending Nature Explorer Week at The Hochstein School were in for a surprise when Joy, one of Lollypop Farm’s beloved animal ambassadors, made a special appearance alongside Mary, our
Keep ReadingWhen Sage arrived at Lollypop Farm this spring, she needed immediate veterinary care and the chance to feel safe again. Just over a year old, the sweet pit bull mix
Keep ReadingEvery year at Lollypop Farm, thousands of animals receive compassionate care and the chance for a brighter future. Behind many of those success stories is a small but mighty team
Keep ReadingA quick look in our adoption center will showcase playful kittens and energetic young pets, but don’t forget to sneak a peek at some of our more shy or senior
Keep ReadingWhen Rufus first arrived at Lollypop Farm, he was tired, sore, and clearly had been on his own for some time. Found wandering near Pittsford-Victor Road in the town of
Keep ReadingThe school year is winding down and Lollypop Farm is once again preparing for the summer camp season. Through programs like Homeschool Heroes and Lollypop Farm Camp, your support allows
Keep ReadingWhen Lucky arrived at Lollypop Farm, the adorable black cat could barely open his eyes. Thick discharge streamed from both eyes due to a painful condition called entropion, where the
Keep ReadingWhen Duke first arrived at Lollypop Farm about a year ago, it was clear he had already endured more than most dogs should. Brought to the shelter by Humane Law
Keep ReadingAt 12 years old, Buddy has been through more than most dogs should ever have to endure. When he was surrendered to Lollypop Farm in early March, Buddy was suffering
Keep ReadingTater arrived at Lollypop in late summer 2024 alongside 26 other goats as part of a cruelty case, to support a partner organization in need. It was immediately clear that
Keep ReadingSaturn was brought to Lollypop Farm in late February with a right hind leg that was clearly out of place, and he refused to put any weight on it. After
Keep ReadingPico’s story of hope shows that no matter the age, no matter the veterinary needs, and no matter their past, all animals deserve a second chance. A second chance that
Keep ReadingIn early December, our Admissions team received a call that an outdoor community cat had been spotted with a plastic object painfully embedded in her body. She was feral and
Keep ReadingLollypop Farm’s Humane Education team is having a profound impact on the lives of so many people in our community, including those who have selflessly served our country. The transition
Keep ReadingVolunteers at Lollypop Farm help animals in need in so many important ways, including a small but mighty team of supporters called the Lollypop Farm Professionals. At its inception, the
Keep ReadingWhat is a microchip? A pet microchip is a tiny electronic device, about the size of a grain of rice, that’s placed just under the skin between the shoulder blades.
Keep Reading2025 was a year of “Happy Tails,” our wonderful community, and continued construction across the Lollypop Farm campus. Community Pet Care Events Our Community Pet Care Events continued this year.
Keep ReadingShakira’s story is one of expert veterinary care and community compassion. New Technology As a nonprofit, having the right tools can mean the difference between uncertainty and lifesaving clarity. That’s
Keep ReadingDuring Thanksgiving week, the SPCA Serving Erie County responded to a large-scale animal welfare case on a farm in Brant, N.Y., taking in more than 200 animals. Cats, dogs, and
Keep ReadingWhen tiny Buddy arrived at Lollypop Farm in early December, he weighed less than two pounds. He was fighting an upper respiratory infection that made every breath a struggle. On
Keep ReadingStaff at Lollypop Farm know him well. John Ball is one of our most dedicated Doggy Day Out volunteers, and so far, he’s taken more than 30 dogs on adventures
Keep ReadingAt Lollypop Farm, we believe that every pet deserves access to compassionate care and every pet owner deserves support in keeping their beloved companions happy and healthy. Over the past
Keep ReadingIt is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Riley, our sweet Nigerian Dwarf goat and cherished animal ambassador at Lollypop Farm. Riley became ill suddenly, and despite
Keep ReadingEvery animal who comes through Lollypop Farm’s doors has a story. Some are found wandering with no one to call their own, while others, like Amarii, arrive from loving families
Keep ReadingWhen Moose arrived at Lollypop Farm, his condition told a heartbreaking story. Transferred from another shelter, this sweet little dog carried the visible and hidden scars of mistreatment, including rubber
Keep ReadingWhen Vanilla Bean first arrived at Lollypop Farm with his littermates, he seemed like just another tiny kitten in need of care. One of 15 kittens admitted that day, he
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