Author Archives: Mary Ann Bopp

Ms Paws earned her angels wings this morning

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Our hearts were shattered into a million pieces this morning. Ms Paws earned her angel wings in the early morning hours today. As hard as she tried, her little body could no longer continue the medical challenges she faced. She was surrounded by love right up until the end. … Continue reading →

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Ms Paws undergoes surgery today

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Ms Paws, the critically ill puppy we took in this past week, needs your good thoughts and vibes. The veterinarians at Cornell University Companion Animal Hospital have been unable to place a traditional feeding tube even with a lighted scope … Continue reading →

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Ms Paws transferred to Cornell for treatment

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

She looks like a cuddly young pup on the outside, but inside, she’s hurting. Ms Paws is a 3-pound German Shepherd puppy fighting for her life who came to use the other day. You can read her story here. We … Continue reading →

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Save a life with your vote

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

We need your help! It is time to vote for Pets Alive in the annual Ulster Savings Bank Mid-Hudson Heroes Charitable Giving Campaign! The top “vote getter” in each category will receive $2,500! VOTE EVERY 24 HOURS starting TODAY through … Continue reading →

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Jacob needs your help on this GivingTuesday!

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Jacob came to Pets Alive on July 31, 2020, along with 29 other farm animals, all victims of abuse. He was only a month old. At the time, he had an infected umbilicus (belly button region). This condition was most … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Sally dogs arrive at Pets Alive

Posted on September 25, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Hurricane season has been relentless. First it was a race against time to get 15 shelter dogs impacted by Hurricane Laura to the safety of Pets Alive. Now it’s Hurricane Sally. Thanks to the work of many, six more dogs … Continue reading →

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Share YOUR story! Help us earn lifesaving funds

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Adopted a pet from Pets Alive that has changed your life? YOU can help us earn $100,000 this holiday season! Share your story, help make our holiday wishes come true! The Petco Foundation, together with BOBS from Skechers, want to … Continue reading →

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URGENT: 54 companion animals and birds rescued from horrific conditions

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Feces-packed stalls with little light; dark, dirty dead animal bones strewn throughout the barn; a dead goat was being used as a compost pile. This was just a small flavor of the horrendous living conditions that 34 animals and 20 … Continue reading →

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Sugar needs surgery

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

Sugar, a four-year-old Beagle-mix, is a rock star in our books! She recently came to Pets Alive through our transport network. She is now adapting to her new environment at our facility – but it isn’t the first time she … Continue reading →

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Milo is in critical condition

Posted on May 5, 2020 by Mary Ann Bopp

We are kicking off “May of Giving”, a month-long series of opportunities for you to join us in making a difference for the animals at Pets Alive. During this time period, we are honored that Sidewalk Angels Foundation will match … Continue reading →

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