Are our Dogs’ opinions about us accurate? They’re often called man’s best friend and for good reason. They provide us with companionship, love and security.
Tag: Dogs
Taking Action on Main Street When Dog Love Is Too Much Even for the Dogs
Dog love blossomed on Main Street a few years ago when PupCulture opened its doors and – more importantly – windows. People love dogs. Roosevelt
Ivory Needs a Loving Home. Here’s Her Story.
By Lylia Saurel Special to The Roosevelt Island Daily News A report from Shelter Animal Count shows that shelters have observed an overall increase in
The eternal question: cats or dogs? Which is better?
People have been debating the merits of dogs vs. cats for centuries, and the answer is still not clear. Dogs are known for their loyalty
Solving the dog problem, saving sanity and money
“You’ll never solve it,” a longtime resident said. She was talking about the Roosevelt Island dog problem, and she was right. Coupling RIOC’s anti-dog policies
Are unleashed dog areas better or worse than dog runs?
Are unleashed dog areas better than dog runs? That is a question that has been asked for years, with no definitive answer because each situation
Dog Run Mulch: Did RIOC Do Research or Create New Dangers?
RIOC boasted about covering the hazardous Southtown Dog Run with mulch. They did not consult with dog owners or say anything about the mulch in
Responding to Pressure, RIOC Patches a Bad Dog Run
It’s late, and it’s still inadequate, but RIOC barely escaped injuring itself with self-congratulations. After years of gross neglect, the state agency covered the bare
Dogs: Another Roosevelt Island Battle That Shouldn’t Be
The roots of dog animosity on Roosevelt Island are as deep as the new community itself. Initially, ground leases barred residential building owners from allowing
RIOC Proposes the Worst Possible Future Dog Run
In his President’s Report at the May, 2022, board meeting, Shelton J. Haynes proposed a new temporary dog run for Roosevelt Island. Dog owners were
