Lollypop Farm

Dog Behavior 101
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-27 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Lollypop Farm
This introductory course focuses on dog body language using the TEMP acronym (Tails, Ears/Eyes, Mouth, and Posture). Most of us know that when a dog wags their tail, it means they’re happy! But did you know a dog’s tail wag can also be used to communicate insecurity or nervousness? And what about other behaviors like lip licking or avoiding eye contact? Whether you’re looking to adopt a dog for the first time or you live with dogs already, Dogs 101 will help you to better understand the numerous and complex ways our canine friends communicate their wants, needs, and emotions.
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Adopt a Dog Month
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | Lollypop Farm
October is Adopt-a-Dog Month! What better way to celebrate than to add a new companion to your home? For the whole month of October, adult dogs will be 50% off, and senior dogs (6+) will be free! Check out dogs waiting to join your family at lollypop.org/dogs.
We want to send a big thank you to our partners at Elmer W. Davis, Inc. for supporting pets in need and helping dogs find homes throughout October.

Pet First Aid & CPR
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-11-01 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-03 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:30 | Lollypop Farm
Learn lifesaving skills to help protect your furry family member. This class is designed to help pet owners provide temporary, urgent care to pets until they can reach a veterinary or emergency clinic.
Ages 14-100
Cancellation Policy:
For cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the program’s start date, we can provide you with a refund minus a $30 administrative fee to your credit card or check.
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Lollypop Farm Community Pet Care Event
2025-10-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Father Tracy Advocacy Center, 821 N Clinton Ave., Rochester, 14605, United States
This FREE event runs from 10 AM – 2 PM, vaccine lines may close early depending on availability and volume of people. This event is for dogs AND cats. Events will also include pet food and supplies as supplies last, education and behavior staff will also be on site.

Free Cat Day
2025-10-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Lollypop Farm
Join us on Thursday, 10/9 for Free Cat Day, where all cats* will have their adoption fees waived.
*Kittens will have their adoption fee 50% off!
With several dozen ready for adoption, and hundreds in our care, now is the time to give a cat a home so others in our community can receive help.
What to expect:

Doors open and check-in begins at 9:00 a.m.
Adoptions will begin at 10:00 a.m. in order of check-in
All available cats are free (kittens will be 50% off)
Adoptions will run until 5:00 p.m. or until the line is at capacity
Free Cat Day is at our main location in Fairport and at our adoption center located at The Mall at Greece Ridge (Greece hours will be 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
Doggy Day Out will be paused for this day so we can focus on getting our cat friends adopted
***** ALL POTENTIAL ADOPTERS WILL GO THROUGH THE SAME EXACT PROCESS AS IF THEY WERE PAYING THE FULL ADOPTION FEE. Our adoption counselors will be waiting to help you find your purrrrrfect match!
If you have your own cat carrier already, please bring it – thank you!

View cats waiting for homes
Consider becoming a foster care volunteer
View Available Cats

Cat Behavior 101
2025-10-11 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-08 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-12-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Lollypop Farm
This introductory course covers the basics of cat body language as well as how to have safe and successful interactions with cats of all temperaments. Cats are often misunderstood and at times, their behaviors can be difficult to understand, even for experienced cat owners. This course will explore the many ways in which our feline companions communicate and how we, as humans, can better understand them. This course will also discuss cat socialization and behavior modification.
Sign up to take Lollypop Farm’s Cats 101 class and you’ll receive 20% off adoption fees for cats and kittens at both Lollypop Farm locations!
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ESL Webinar “Legacy of Love: Estate Planning with Heart”
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | https://www.lollypop.org/event/esl-webinar-legacy-of-love-estate-planning-with-heart/
Planning for the future doesn’t have to be complicated. Join us for an exclusive estate planning webinar hosted in partnership with ESL Federal Credit Union. Just as every pet deserves a loving forever home, your legacy deserves thoughtful protection. ESL Trust Services Division Manager, Susan Herendeen, will guide you through the essentials of wills, trusts, and charitable giving, while highlighting common pitfalls—like overlooking tax implications of leaving your loved ones unprepared—that can create unnecessary stress.
Whether you’re safeguarding your family, ensuring your pets are cared for, or supporting causes close to your heart, this session will give you the tools to make sure your estate plan is as loyal and dependable as man’s best friend.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12 PM – 1PM, virtual
Sign up here!
Questions? Contact Brooke Bensley at 585-223-1330 x205 or bbensley@lollypop.org

Lollypop Farm Community Pet Care Event
2025-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 | The People’s Pantry, 555 Avenue D, Rochester, NY, 14621, United States
This FREE event runs from 10 AM – 2 PM, vaccine lines may close early depending on availability and volume of people. This event is for dogs ONLY. Events will also include pet food and supplies as supplies last, education and behavior staff will also be on site.

Holiday Pet Photos
2025-12-06 10:30 - 15:45, 2025-12-07 10:30 - 15:45, 2025-12-13 10:30 - 15:45, 2025-12-14 10:30 - 15:45 | Lollypop Farm
Bring the family along to create festive, winter-themed memories with your pet. This year’s holiday photo set will feature a candy cane-themed scene. Santa will be available to join in photos if you wish.
Your registration includes a link to a digital gallery for ordering cards or sharing images with family and friends. All proceeds benefit the animals at Lollypop Farm.

Potbelly Pigs 101
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Lollypop Farm
Want to learn more about potbelly pigs? We will address common myths and misconceptions about these intelligent, charismatic animals, and cover everything you need to know to decide if a potbelly pig is the right companion for you.
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Sweet 16 Adoption Event sponsored by Hills Pet Nutrition
2025-12-08 - 2025-12-14 | Lollypop Farm
Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love is celebrating 16 million pet adoptions by sponsoring adoption fees for all adult dogs, adult cats, and small animals at Lollypop Farm beginning Monday, December 8th through Saturday, December 14th!

This free Sweet 16 Million Adoptions Celebration will take place at both our main campus in Fairport and our adoption center located within The Mall at Greece Ridge. Appointments recommended for our Fairport location.

All potential adopters will still meet with our experienced adoption counselors who will help you find a new pet that fits your lifestyle and home life. *The adoption process is exactly the same as if adopters were paying the full adoption fee.*
Thank you for considering adding a new pet to your home so we can make room in our shelter for more animals in need.
Check out all pets available for adoption

Backyard Chickens 101
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Lollypop Farm
In this workshop designed for prospective flock owners, learn essential chicken care skills, including legality, coop sizing and maintenance, supplies, chicken health checks, and more!
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Homeschool Heroes: All About Animal Enrichment
2026-01-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Lollypop Farm
In this hands-on session, you’ll become a certified enrichment expert! Learn how to build a world of excitement for shelter animals using your imagination and ingenuity.
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Animal Tales Storytime
2026-01-14 10:45 - 11:15, 2026-02-11 10:45 - 11:15 | Lollypop Farm
Gather around, little animal lovers! We’ll be reading our favorite tales all about our furry, feathered, and scaled friends. Snuggle up and listen to stories that celebrate kindness, compassion, and the amazing bond between people and animals.
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Shelter Helpers
2026-01-17 10:30 - 12:30 | Lollypop Farm
Help us help animals! In this program, young animal lovers will work alongside peers and a humane educator on various shelter projects. Activities include creating enrichment toys and adoption materials, helping with shelter upkeep, and socializing with animals.
Qualifications:
For ages 8-17 years old.
Drop-in fee is $25 per session, scholarships available.
10% sibling discount
Saturday’s 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
*Program hours are eligible to be signed off as service hours
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Homeschool Heroes: Shelter Helpers
2026-01-22 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Lollypop Farm
This unique program offers an exclusive glimpse into our shelter’s daily operations. You’ll become a vital part of our team, engaging in projects that directly benefit the animals in our care.
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Backyard Chickens 202
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Lollypop Farm
Ready to go beyond the basics of backyard chicken keeping? This workshop is designed for experienced chicken keepers who want to deepen their knowledge and troubleshoot common issues, such as medical needs, chicken behavior, and flock dynamics. Whether you’re looking to improve your flock’s well-being or are ready to take your chicken-keeping skills to the next level, this workshop is the perfect next step.
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