June 17, 2024
Lollypop Farm kicked off the summer with a community pet care event at the Cameron Community Teen Center in Rochester on Wednesday, June 12th. The event featured free dog vaccines,
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June 17, 2024
Lollypop Farm Humane Law Enforcement recently seized 120 dogs from a home. Now in our custody, these dogs are being prepared for adoption by our dedicated shelter staff. Your role
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June 14, 2024
Summertime is here, full of hot weather, fun in the sun, and pool parties. Lollypop Farm wants to keep you and your pet safe this summer with these extra cool
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May 24, 2024
Each spring and summer, our community sees an influx of homeless kittens. Affectionately known as “kitten season,” this can be one of the busiest times at Lollypop Farm and shelters
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February 02, 2024
With 2024 in full swing, we are reflecting on 2023. So many amazing things happened thanks to friends like you who have volunteered, donated, adopted, and more! With your help,
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December 12, 2023
The holidays are a fun and crazy time, full of parties and presents. But for your pet, the holidays can be a bit stressful, with all the new people, food,
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June 15, 2021
Resource guarding is a deeply-rooted behavior that many pets exhibit. That’s because out in the wild the ability to protect one’s food, shelter, or other resources could make a big
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June 15, 2021
There’s no getting around it—rats get a bad wrap. They are often misunderstood, but they are social and intelligent creatures. In fact, we think they make the perfect pet for
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March 17, 2021
An article was published recently in USA Today and other media sources questioning the safety of Seresto collars, a popular flea and tick treatment for many pets in North America.
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March 01, 2021
In addition to caring for homeless pets in our community, Lollypop Farm is also here for you, pet owners, as an educational resource. Through communicating the basics of pet-related dangers
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December 13, 2020
Brrr… It’s that time of the year again, Rochester. Temperatures are dropping and the snow is falling. The winter season is not without its challenges. From chapped paws to dangerously
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December 11, 2020
‘Tis the season for festive decorations, wrapping of gifts, and treats galore! For families with pets, celebrating the holidays can mean finding ways to enjoy the décor and festivities while
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November 09, 2020
1. They won’t run circles around your house at 3 a.m. (probably) What are you supposed to complain about to your coworkers the next morning? In fact, your new senior
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September 10, 2020
At Lollypop Farm, everything we do is to better the lives of animals through justice, prevention, and life-saving care. Our 2018-2021 strategic plan guides us in this goal and is
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June 30, 2020
Fireworks can be frightening for some pets, and as a result, more pets become lost around the Fourth of July than any other time of year. Check out the video below featuring tips from our Lost & Found and Behavior & Training Team members at Lollypop Farm. You’ll learn more about how to keep your pet calm and comfortable if fireworks are going off nearby, and what to do if your pet becomes missing, or if you find a lost pet.
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June 29, 2020
It happens in the blink of an eye. You’re coming home, juggling groceries, and your curious cat slips out the door. Or your dog hurls himself in pursuit of a
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June 11, 2020
When temperatures rise, leaving pets locked in a car can be dangerous. High temperatures can cause irreparable organ damage and even death. You can take these steps to protect pets
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May 22, 2020
After weeks of staying safe at home during this COVID-19 pandemic, you’ve probably thought once or twice about giving yourself an at-home-haircut. Bangs, perhaps? But for your furry friend, proper
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March 19, 2020
Over the last week, our community has been flooded with news about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it may affect our families, neighbors, and loved ones. In such an uncertain
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March 12, 2020
With the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) on the rise, it is important to have the most up-to-date information about the disease and its potential impact on
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February 13, 2020
Every year at Lollypop Farm, we celebrate World Spay Day (always in the last week of February) by spaying and neutering a large number of cats for free! In 2020,
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January 13, 2020
Bringing home a new puppy or kitten is so exciting! It can also seem a bit overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. While there are many factors involved in
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November 13, 2019
Pets surrendered to Lollypop Farm often require veterinary care before finding their way to a new home. From vaccinations to spay or neuter surgeries, all pets who come through the
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September 09, 2019
There are so many reasons to consider adopting a rat, mouse, guinea pig, or other type of small animal! In fact, we’ve compiled our top 5 reasons in this blog
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July 07, 2019
With the ever growing influence of social media, getting outdoors with your pet (and taking a great photo!) has become increasingly popular. Not only is it a great way to
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July 01, 2019
Summer is here and temperatures are on the rise in Rochester! While that means great weather for outdoor family fun, it also can pose some potential risks for the pets
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May 13, 2019
Having just celebrated Mother’s Day this past weekend, the topic of welcoming a new baby into a home with pets seemed perfectly timely! Are you expecting, or thinking about bringing
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February 15, 2019
In the first week of February, we tried out something a little different on Lollypop Farm’s social media – our Behavior and Training team took over Instagram for a whole
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October 15, 2018
We all love our pets for just who they are! But every now and then, a behavior will pop up that may require some work or practice. Many times this
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August 15, 2018
There is no surgery too small (or too strange) for the veterinary clinic here at Lollypop Farm! Each and every day, cats and dogs are spayed and neutered in our
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