Shakira’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 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 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
Keep ReadingIf ever a kitten earned the name Firefighter, it’s this brave little gray boy. Found staggering in the parking lot of a fire station, he was clearly very sick and
Keep ReadingIt started with a phone call — a report of an unpleasant odor coming from a home in New Hartford. When Animal Control Officer John Treem arrived to investigate, he
Keep ReadingHelping shelter dogs learn, grow, and shine! For dogs in a shelter setting, life can be stressful and uncertain. That’s why our behavior team at Lollypop Farm is going the
Keep ReadingEvery year, Lollypop Farm receives hundreds of stray animals. While many people think of cats and dogs when they hear “stray,” our shelter often cares for a surprising variety of
Keep ReadingIf you’ve ever walked past a pasture or visited a barn and found yourself wondering about the horse’s care, you’re not alone. Items such as boots and blankets serve a
Keep ReadingRocket was no stranger to the outdoors. As a community cat, he had spent his life roaming the neighborhood. One of his biggest admirers was Iva, a nearby resident who
Keep ReadingCats find their way to Lollypop for a multitude of reasons. In some cases, our community members find themselves with too many cats to take care of and turn to
Keep ReadingSometimes, a gift can change everything. When tiny puppy Aaliyah struggled to breathe, her future seemed uncertain. Aspiration pneumonia is not uncommon in small puppies like her, as they are
Keep ReadingA sweet little black and white dog peeked out from a dumpster door near an apartment complex in Rochester—matted, wet, and shivering. His howl for help echoed through the chilly
Keep ReadingBlue was brought to Lollypop Farm by a Humane Law Enforcement officer after he was found in a yard with severe injuries. Once surrendered to the officer, he was immediately
Keep ReadingAt just two days old, with their umbilical cords still attached, a litter of puppies was found in a bucket next to a dumpster in the city of Rochester. Their
Keep ReadingWhat if the biggest difference you make this year comes with wagging tails and grateful eyes? The rewards of fostering a dog are numerous. But sometimes, finding the right family
Keep ReadingWith her adorable smile and energetic attitude, you would never know that Princess is a 14-year-old dog. Because many families tend to prefer younger pets at adoption, sweet seniors like
Keep ReadingA group of tiny kittens were brought to Lollypop Farm in pretty bad shape, but their story has proved to be an “eye-opening” story of resilience and determination. A Good
Keep ReadingThe Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic at Lollypop Farm helps thousands of pets every year. Veterinary staff and volunteers help pets coming through Lollypop Farm with exams, surgeries, and other procedures and
Keep ReadingWhen Jack-Jack was brought to Lollypop Farm, she had a small problem. Well, for her, it was a big problem. Being only about a quarter of an ounce, the tumor
Keep ReadingAn emergency in the middle of the night is one of every pet owner’s worst nightmares. The recent announcement of the closure of the only 24-hour emergency clinic in Rochester,
Keep ReadingSometimes seemingly simple things can make the biggest difference. When Whisper, a one-year-old black-and-white dog, came to Lollypop Farm, she was in very poor condition. She was emaciated, could not
Keep ReadingSometimes what pets need most when they come to Lollypop Farm is peace. Peace to live out their days in a safe and loving environment. Affectionately called “forever foster” by
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