The Purr-fect Home for Nala
August 23, 2024
Just like people, cats have many different personalities. In cases where a cat has lived outside for most of their life, with the freedom to come and go as they
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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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Bees at Work
June 19, 2022
Did you know that the average bee can visit more than 2,000 flowers in one day? Did you know that bees and other pollinators are celebrated during National Pollinator Week
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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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Goodbye Bernadette, a Lollypop Farm Legacy
November 10, 2020
Early in the morning on Tuesday, November 10th, our staff said goodbye to Bernadette—a long-time resident of the farm walk and beloved member of the Lollypop Farm family. At 10
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Happy Shelter Appreciation Week!
November 05, 2020
Happy National Shelter Appreciation Week! Working together we are able to better the lives of pets and people from all over our community. Here are just some of the amazing
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Painting with Rats!
October 14, 2020
You may have heard about our Painting with Pigs opportunities at Lollypop Farm, but what about painting with rats? Currently, we have quite a few adorable rats waiting for homes
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Walter’s Legacy of Love at Lollypop Farm
September 21, 2020
Walter, our much-loved clinic cat at Lollypop Farm, crossed the rainbow bridge in early September. He had a very important job here at the shelter—he comforted pets as they woke
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The Future of Lollypop Farm Operations
June 12, 2020
It has been over 8 weeks since COVID-19 rocked our world here at Lollypop Farm. If there is one thing these past few weeks have taught us, it is that
Keep ReadingLollypop Farm Services Update
May 15, 2020
The last few months have been extremely difficult on our community, but as I look around at all we have still accomplished, I am filled with pride. I am proud
Keep ReadingAn Update & Look Toward the Future of Lollypop Farm
April 30, 2020
As the world has been battling COVID-19 over the past months, Lollypop Farm has been adapting rapidly to the changes this pandemic requires. And we will continue to evolve as
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Humane Law Enforcement: Standing Against Animal Cruelty
April 09, 2020
In the midst of brutally beating his partner, Bruno’s former owner directed his blows towards Bruno. Working with the police, Lollypop Farm Humane Law Enforcement acted swiftly to seize Bruno
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Meet our New Vice President & COO, Caitlin Daly
November 12, 2019
Everyone says it, but Caitlin Daly has loved animals ever since she was old enough to walk. In fact, one of her first memories is of rescuing a turtle. She
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11 Reasons to Join the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest
September 12, 2019
On Saturday, September 28th Lollypop Farm is hosting the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest presented by PetSaver Healthy Pet Superstore. Not only is it going to be a
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Cat makes himself at home in the shelter
January 15, 2019
Some cats make a lasting impression during their stay at Lollypop Farm. Peter, a 5-year-old grey cat who came to the shelter in need of veterinary care was one such
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Healing with Holly
March 15, 2018
Update: In early April, Holly was officially adopted by her foster mom, Liz! Forget about a “foster fail,” we’re calling this a “foster win!. When longtime Lollypop Farm foster
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Celebrating Lilla’s 8th Birthday
February 13, 2018
On Thursday, February 8, Lilla turned 8 years old! It has now been over a year since Lilla first arrived at Lollypop Farm, and she is still waiting for her
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A new home for mom and pups
January 12, 2018
When Biscuit, a 7-year-old Shih Tzu, was surrendered into our care. She was very dirty and covered with lice. Here, Biscuit finally began to receive the care she had always
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Ripley’s Legacy Helps the Healing Hands of Lollypop Farm
October 13, 2017
If you don’t know it’s there, you might pass right by, but behind a pavilion on the farm walk is a very special place. It’s Ripley’s Garden, a place of
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The Happy Tail of President & CEO Alice Calabrese and her New Pup Ali
October 12, 2017
October is Adopt a Dog Month; so, it seemed a good time for me to share the story of my most recent adoption, Ali (pronounced Alley as in Alley Cat).
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Discovering New Connections with Pets
September 14, 2017
You love your pet! There isn’t anything you wouldn’t do for them. Whether it’s buying them their favorite food or cuddling on the couch with them for just a little
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Twiggy gets a second chance
August 11, 2017
When Twiggy’s family could no longer provide for her care, they knew they could count on Lollypop Farm. And even though she was blind in one eye, we knew with
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11 Reasons to Join the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest
August 11, 2017
Join Lollypop Farm on Saturday, September 30th for the 20th Anniversary of the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest! This annual fundraising event helps provide thousands of homeless and
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From Southern belle to “Paw-ffice” friend
June 30, 2017
There are many ways a pet can find their way to Lollypop Farm. For 2-year-old Pepper that journey began with a plane ride over a thousand miles from everything she
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A Day in the Life at Lollypop Farm
June 30, 2017
Hello world, I’m Spencer! I’m a 3-year-old English Bulldog mix, and I came to Lollypop Farm in June. My people felt that I needed more attention than they were able
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From Girl Scouts to retirement, Bonnie Austin puts pets in need first
June 13, 2017
Bonnie Austin has loved animals as far back as she can remember. She was first introduced to Lollypop Farm when she was just 11 years old. Bonnie came with her
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Acupuncture: How ancient medicine helps today’s pets in need
May 15, 2017
Providing the best possible care for pets in need means going above and beyond to try new approaches for the challenges they face everyday. That’s exactly why Dr. Christine Garvey,
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A Day on the Farm
April 27, 2017
Spending time at Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, doesn’t just mean hanging out with puppies and kittens, there’s also a farm filled with animals! I was lucky
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Lucy the puppy captivates Rochester, and the world
February 23, 2017
Here at Lollypop Farm, we know that all pets are special and unique in their own way. Lucy, puppy born at Lollypop Farm in October, just happened to catch the
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