Seeing is Believing
July 24, 2024
A 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
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Lollypop Farm Community Pet Care Events Help Bring Preventative Care to Rochester Residents
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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Summer Safety for Your Pet
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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What to do when you find kittens
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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Humane Law Enforcement Update
May 17, 2024
I am so proud of the work done at Lollypop Farm every day. Tuesday, April 16th, marked a particularly momentous time for our shelter. As part of an ongoing investigation,
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We are in this Together: The Rochester Veterinary Crisis
November 13, 2023
An 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,
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The Gift that Saved Whisper
August 03, 2023
Sometimes 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
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Forever Foster: The Stories of Fospice Care
July 05, 2023
Sometimes 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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Learning to be Loved: Dorothy’s Story
May 03, 2023
Dorothy, a beautiful 3-year-old cat, was found accompanied by her three kittens in Spring 2023. It was clear that Dorothy had been living outside for a long time, and she
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Heart to Heart with Huxley
April 20, 2023
They say every scar tells a story. If that’s true, Huxley has quite a few stories to tell. Huxley was brought in after he was discovered tied to a pole.
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National Animal Safety and Protection Month
October 12, 2022
Lollypop Farm understands the importance of animals in everyday life, as our pets become family. October is National Animal Safety and Protection Month, a month to bring awareness to the
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Too Hot for Spot
July 20, 2022
In the Car The sun beats down through the glass, magnifying the heat. As the temperature rises a dog starts to pant and move around the car with worry. The
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Help them Home this Fireworks Season
June 26, 2022
In a matter of seconds, your pet can become lost. They may dash through an open door, chase after another animal, or run from a loud noise. This time of
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Ticks, Ticks, Boom
May 29, 2022
While the warm weather brings out those beautiful lilac bushes, a little pest is waving in the wind ready to strike! Ticks come out at any temperature above freezing, so
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Avian Flu – What You Need to Know
April 04, 2022
Last week, Monroe County had its first confirmed case of Avian Flu (HPAI). It is believed that migratory birds are bringing this up as they travel back North. Here at
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Community Solutions to Cats Living in Our Community
October 21, 2021
A recent Democrat and Chronicle column appraised our community’s feral cat problem, with a specific concern about the impact on birds and small mammals. The article suggested that it was “time
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Wanted: Foster Volunteers for Large-Breed Dogs
June 14, 2021
Big dogs at Lollypop Farm need people with big hearts–like you!. Right now, we are actively recruiting volunteers to foster large-breed dogs in your home. Big dogs often spend longer
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Kittens: Too Much of a Cute Thing?
April 13, 2021
Each spring and summer, hundreds of thousands of kittens will be born across the U.S. And while the image may make you think of adorable little balls of fluff running
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Signs of Animal Abuse
March 25, 2021
Everyday Lollypop Farm Humane Law Enforcement Department receives calls asking us to look in on animals who may be victims of abuse. Our five investigators are charged with investigating and
Keep ReadingA Message about Seresto Collars from Lollypop Farm Medical Director
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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The Sad Days at Lollypop Farm
March 08, 2021
When you tell someone you work at Lollypop Farm, you are often met with a beaming smile. There are sweet memories shared of visiting the farm walk and pictures of
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Spit that out! A Resource for Identifying Household Pet Toxins
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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Kitten survives dog attack thanks to generous community
February 10, 2021
Just a few days after Christmas, a small kitten named Iris was attacked by a dog. Just a couple of months old, the kitten was rushed to Lollypop Farm in
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After harrowing attack and surgery, Shaggy goes home
February 10, 2021
When Shaggy, a 6-year-old terrier mix was admitted to Lollypop Farm in mid-December, his hopes for survival seemed bleak. The small dog had been viciously attacked by three larger dogs,
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Lollypop Farm Rescues 90+ Cats from House Fire
January 14, 2021
UPDATE (January 14, 4:22 p.m.): As our team continues to rescue cats from the property, we have now removed 90+ cats and kittens, and all are now receiving veterinary care
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Jackson, the playful pup, is recovering thanks to you!
January 12, 2021
Right now, Jackson is recovering in a loving foster home, but that wasn’t always the case. Like playful pups tend to do, Jackson got a little too rambunctious for his
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Lollypop Farm Celebrates Surpassing 90% Save Rate
January 12, 2021
It’s no secret that the past year has been full of challenges. Yet as we enter 2021, we are filled with gratitude and excitement as Lollypop Farm and our community
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Pet Safety: When the Weather Outside is Frightful
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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Helping Pets Through Adoption Challenges Together
October 14, 2020
Throughout the month of October Van Bortel Subaru, Subaru Loves Pets, and the ASPCA are helping to waive adoption fees for select pets to help find homes for pets facing
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New Vision and Mission Focuses on Saving Lives…Together
August 14, 2020
Since 1873, when our organization was originally called The Humane Society of Rochester and Monroe County, we have been dedicated to fighting cruelty and helping animals in our community. Over
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