Archive - The Scoop New York

Video: Whistleblower Exposes Filthy Conditions at Rochester Kill Pound

Dogs in danger of being exterminated for space live in waste-filled kennels and cages at the city facility, which officials have neglected for years.

Oct 4, 2024 •

NYC ACC Killed 264 Cats and 382 Dogs in the First Quarter of 2024

Though ACC is taking in fewer cats and dogs, its live release rate has not improved.

Jul 19, 2024 •

Abuse and Corruption at Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

At TOHAS, rehoming animals takes a back seat to political subterfuge and legal threats against volunteers.

Sep 13 •

Photos Show Puppy Covered in Feces at Brand New NYC ACC Queens Facility

ACC and NYC officials have not responded to TSNY queries about social media pics posted over the weekend.

Aug 20, 2024 •

NYC Council Tells New Yorkers Where They Can File Their ACC Testimony

Or is it that council members care too much?

May 31, 2024 •

ACC, NYC DOH Killed 1,315 Cats and 1,644 Dogs in 2024

New York City's "animal care centers," which are controlled by the city health department, have destroyed nearly 34,000 adoptable cats and dogs since…

Mar 18 •

34-Year Contract in Hand, NYC ACC Is Taking in Fewer Cats and Dogs, and Killing More of Them

Since renewing its contract with the city in 2019, ACC live releases have declined, even as system intakes have dropped sharply since the pandemic.

May 21, 2024 •

NYC ACC Thinks It Is Above Public Input. Here's Your Chance to Prove Otherwise.

After another week of overseeing the slaughter of adoptable companion animals, like Syrian and Onyx, the NYC ACC board will convene on June 21.

Jun 14, 2024 •

The Kill Quota: Why ACC, NYC DOH Will Never Stop Slaughtering Cats and Dogs

NYC ACC kill percentages have varied little post-COVID. There's a reason for that.

Jun 27 •

13 Ignored Questions for Mayor Malik Evans' Rochester Animal Services

Up for reelection, Evans still doesn't want to talk about what goes on at the kill pound he's responsible for.

Apr 4 •

New York City Should Start Drowning Dogs Again

After ACC's three-week meltdown, New Yorkers deserve to see what they're subsidizing. Especially the killings.

Aug 8 •

"Graphic" Images From Buffalo "Shelter" Just Inspected by New York State

The City of Buffalo Animal Shelter is abusing the animals in its care, with the approval of its overseers at the state agriculture department.

Oct 11, 2024 •

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