On Saturday, May 27, ARF welcomed hundreds of visitors back to the adoption center for our Grand Re-Opening Celebration! What an amazing day! The cats and dogs were so happy to have everyone back at the shelter. We hope it was worth the wait! Thank you to everyone who helped make our Forever Home possible – especially...
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Dear Friends, What an incredible week! From the staff to the Board, to our essential volunteers, to the people working on the construction – everyone has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. It’s clear that each and every person here is dedicated to the mission of ARF and making a positive impact in the lives of...
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Calling all cute pets! ARF has teamed up with our friends at James Lane Post for the second annual Pet Photo Contest. The contest takes place on Instagram. Here is how to enter: Follow both @JamesLanePost and @ARFHamptons on Instagram Post a photo of your cute pet, and tag both @JamesLanePost and...
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After a national, nine-month search, the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Kimberly J. Nichols will be joining the organization as CEO and Executive Director. Ms. Nichols will succeed ARF’s Scott Howe when he retires in April, in conjunction with the completion of ARF’s...
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ARF is saddened to learn of the passing of one of our founders and dear friend, Sony Schotland. In 1974, Sony Schotland joined with Barbara Hotchkiss Posener and Dorothy Wahl to change the lives of homeless and abandoned animals in the Hamptons. They founded ARF, the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons. At that time,...
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Since 1974, ARF has spayed/neutered more than 35,000 cats through the Operation Cat Program. LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP IF YOU FIND KITTENS Don’t move them unless they are in immediate danger. Is mom with them? She might be out hunting for food. Kittens need to stay with their mom for at least four weeks. Leave some...
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ARF is pleased to announce the appointment of Zach Siegel to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Siegel is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The One Nine Three Group (193), a boutique advisory firm that provides corporate affairs, financial communications, and investor relations services...
Read the full storyFor Immediate Release: 12/15/2022 GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL GOVERNOR HOCHUL SIGNS LEGISLATION TO END THE PUPPY MILL PIPELINE Legislation (S.1130/A.4283) Bans the Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits at Retail Pet Stores Allows Pet Stores to Charge Shelters Rent to Use Their Space for Adoptions Governor Kathy Hochul today...
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The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons announces the arrival of nine puppies and their mother last week to the East Hampton Airport. Rescued from rural New Mexico, two flights carried these dogs to the East Coast where they will be put up for adoption at ARF Hamptons. Earlier this fall, two-year-old Shepherd mix Zia,...
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As part of their Brew Barn Series charity release program, Montauk Brewing Company has partnered again with the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons to support the efforts of ARF on the East End. “If you’ve enjoyed a pint on our patio, then you’ll understand why this partnership is a natural fit as we are a pet-friendly...
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NY’s Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill, Passed by Wide Bipartisan Margin, Would Ban Sale of Dogs, Cats, and Rabbits in Retail Pet Stores Across State New York Would Be One of the First Places to Adopt This Ban Statewide Pet Stores Could Still Partner with Shelters and Rescues To Help Customers Adopt Pets and New Yorkers Can...
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The William P. Rayner Training Center Dear Friends, With the completion of ARF’s Forever Home construction and renovation project in sight, I believe that 2023 will be the right time for me to step down as ARF’s CEO and Executive Director. ARF’s next director will arrive to the new, 8,400 square-foot William P....
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As the dog days of summer approach and the temperature is on the rise be sure to keep these tips in mind to make sure your pet is safe while having fun in the sun: Both cats and dogs can become dehydrated quickly---fresh drinking water is always a must! Keep several bowls scattered around the house. A little added ice...
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UPDATE: May 12, 2022 Earlier this week, the New York State Senate approved S.1130, to shut down the puppy mill pipeline and end the retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet stores across the state. The bill must now be approved by the Assembly, where it is currently before the Assembly Codes Committee for...
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UPDATE: April 7, 2022 Zeus Finds a Family! A true hero, Zeus served as a blood donor to save a critically-injured dog. He also spent two years in a university’s veterinary technician program, helping prospective vet techs learn how to care for animals. Zeus is now living a life of leisure, and we are thrilled to...
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In Honor of Betty White, Award-Winning Animal Advocate Jill Rappaport, Teams Up with ARF to Shine a Light on Seniors, Like No Other Shelter Has Ever Done Before. NEW YORK, January 14, 2022/PRNewswire/ In honor of Betty White’s 100th birthday, a life-saving, groundbreaking initiative begins! Jill Rappaport and Animal...
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The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF Hamptons) announces a partnership with Bideawee to help feral cats on Eastern Long Island. On Thursday, December 9, ARF traveled west to Bideawee’s Westhampton facility for the first of what will be monthly Spay/Neuter Clinics to address the feral cat population in Suffolk...
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Back in 2019 Hurricane Dorian devastated the Bahamas, and recovery has been very slow. With limited travel due to the pandemic and unemployment still at an all-time high on the island, – the future of the island dogs - or “Bahamian Potcakes” as they are known - looked very grim. Earlier this week, Wings of Rescue...
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An Expansive, History-Making Renovation and State-of-the-Art Building Project Smushie breaks ground on ARF's FOREVER HOME project. Photo by Lisa Tamburini. The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, May 28, 2021 from 4 to 6 PM for FOREVER HOME, a state-of-the-art rescue,...
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Last April, ARF created a Pet Food Pantry to assist families with pets in need in our community. Pets are an integral part of the family unit, especially in times of crisis and ARF is committed to providing cat and dog food to those who need it. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a growing demand for such assistance....
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ARF is excited to partner with Chewy in lending a paw in animal welfare. Your first purchase at Chewy.com will help raise funds for the animals we care for year-round! New customers who shop through our link, Chewy will make a $15 donation to our animals. You can also help our cause by shopping our wish list. Click...
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Shop Boon Supply. ARF is excited to be a part of Serena & Lily founder Lily Kanter’s latest venture called Boon Supply. Shop their curated collection of beautifully-designed, everyday essentials across home, garden, office and leisure and 40% of your purchase will be donated to our animals when you choose the ARF of...
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Mr. McCabe and Chipper. (Photo by Durell Godfrey) The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons is excited to announce that Richard Wells McCabe has made a commitment for a transformational gift to ARF. In recognition of this, one of the largest gifts in the rescue and adoption center’s history, ARF will name the new Richard...
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