STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The coming weekend is filled with activities for pets and the people who love them.
Free rabies vaccinations to dogs and cats will be offered Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Blue Heron Nature Center in Annadale
In order to obtain a three-year vaccination certificate, participants must bring past rabies certificates. A one-year certificate will be issued if owners don't have records or if animals are getting the vaccine for the first time.
On-the-spot dog licensing will also be offered, and no violations will be issued at the event for dog owners without current licenses.
The vaccination and licensing is sponsored by the Health Department and Animal Care & Control of NYC, in partnership with NYC Parks, the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals, State Senator Martin J. Golden and Assemblyman Joseph Borelli.
Animal Care & Control of NYC has a "Teacher's Pet" adoption promotion through Sunday with reduced fees on all adoptions at its three locations including Charleston.
Louie's Legacy is sponsoring a comedy show benefit with headliner Rodney Laney Saturday at the Looney Bin in Travis. Proceeds will help homeless dogs and cats.
Another fundraiser will take place outdoors on Saturday at Zimmer Club in Charleston to benefit Saving Souls, a group dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of abandoned pit bulls.
And as they do every weekend, volunteer rescue groups will have dogs and cats, puppies and kittens in need of loving, forever homes at many adoption events on Staten Island.
Here's the roundup:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Sept. 18, 19, 20 & 21
Adoption promotion: "Teacher's Pet" event at Animal Care and Control of NYC with lowered prices on all adoptions at its three locations including 3139 Veterans Rd. West, Charleston. Fees are $20 for kittens, $5 for cats, $40 for dogs and $75 for puppies. All AC&C adoptions include spay/neuter, up to date vaccinations, pre-registered microchip and a certificate for a free visit with a participating vet. Adoption hours are noon to 7 p.m.
Saturday: Sept. 20
Free rabies vaccinations: For dogs and cat at Blue Heron Nature Center in Annadale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Animals must be healthy and at least three months old. The city requires that puppies and kittens get a rabies shot between three and four months old, as well as a booster shot one year later and again every one to four years. Pets must be on a leash or in a secure carrier. On-the spot dog licensing will also offered with the usual fees of $8.50 for spayed/neutered animals, $34 for unaltered.
Comedy show benefit: Headliner Rodney Laney with host Matt Scarpelli at the Looney Bin, Travis, 9 to 11 p.m., to benefit Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Email nightout.com/events/louieslegacy or call 908-296-6278.
Fundraiser: Outdoor fun at Zimmer Club, 4411 Arthur Kill Rd., Charleston, to benefit Saving Souls Rescue, 1 to 6 p.m. There will be music, food, dunk tank and blow-up slide, vendors, raffles and adoptable dogs. Saving Souls Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of abandoned and abused pitbulls. Admission of $10 for children, $20 for adults includes food and activities.
Dog and cat adoptions: Meet animals in the care of Louie's Legacy at the Westerleigh Folk Festival in Westerleigh Park, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The park is located at the corners of Neal Dow and Maine avenues off Jewett Avenue.
Kitten and dog adoptions: Pet Lovers United Together as One (P.L.U.T.O) Rescue of Richmond County will be in Charleston Shopping Center, 2752 Veterans Rd., West, noon to 3 p.m.
Cat and kitten adoptions: Staten Island Hope Animal Rescue will be at Petco, 2795 Richmond Ave., New Springville, noon to 4 p.m. View the animals at www.statenislandhoperescue.org
Saturday & Sunday: Sept. 20 & 21
Cat and kitten adoptions: Members of the Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare will be in the cat adoption room at Petsmart, 1520 Forest Ave., Port Richmond, Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. to help visitors get to know the cats available for adoption. For additional information, phone Clo at 718-948-5623. View the animals at www.sicaw.petfinder.org
Sunday: Sept. 21
Doggie boot camp, for dogs with their people, at Von Briesen Park in Fort Wadsworth, 3 to 5 p.m. Certified master trainer/animal behavior specialist Alice Marino leads the group to help dogs learn socialization skills and good behavior. The class is free of charge with a suggested $10 donation to help cover park fees. Class size is limited, reservations required for each session. To reserve a space, sign up directly on the website's "boot camp" page at www.rufflovedogtraining.com. Ms. Marino can be reached at 646-596-6706.
Dog adoptions: Dogs in the care of the Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare will be at Petsmart, 1520 Forest Ave., Port Richmond, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For additional information, phone Barbara at 718-356-2334. View the animals at www.sicaw.petfinder.org
Dog and cat adoptions: Meet animals in the care of Louie's Legacy at Petco, 2795 Richmond Ave., New Springville, noon to 3 p.m.View the animals at www.louieslegacy.org
Dog and cat adoptions: Fur Friends in Need will be at Petco in Charleston Shopping Center, 2750 Veterans Road West, noon to 3 p.m. There will be dogs, puppies, and kittens to meet. View all available animals at www.furfriendsinneed.com
Wednesday: Sept. 24
Dog and cat adoptions: Fur Friends in Need will be at Petco in Charleston Shopping Center, 2752 Veterans Rd. West, 6 to 9 p.m.
Saturday: Sept 27
Adoption benefit: Car wash fundraiser and pet adoption drive with DJ and entertainment, food and raffles at Brighton Hand Car Wash, 823 Forest Ave., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. All proceeds from the day will benefit The New York Bully Crew, a Long Island-based rescue for pit bulls and pit/mixes. The rain date is Oct. 4. For more information, phone 718-524-0900.
Low-cost vaccination clinic: For dogs and cats at Petland Discounts, in TJ Maxx Plaza, 1495A Forest Ave., Port Richmond, 10 to 11 a.m. For prices and other information, visit www.petlandddiscounts.com or www.luvmypet.com
Sunday: Sept. 28
Walkathon: Annual event sponsored by the Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare at Clove Lakes Park, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sign in and register at the Lake Cafe bridge. All proceeds will be help SICAW save stray animals on Staten Island. For more information and sponsor sheets, call 718-356-2334.
Friday: Nov. 21
The Blue Gala: Third annual evening of dinner, dancing and performances to benefit Louie's Legacy in Nicotra's Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn. Tickets are $90 per person, $170 for a couple To purchase tickets, go to www.louieslegacy.org.
Daily
Dog and cat adoptions: Animal Care & Control of NYC, 3139 Veterans Rd. West, Charleston. As part of the "Meow to Action" campaign, fees are reduced indefinitely to $5 for adult cats and $20 for kittens ages six months and under. All AC&C adoptions include spay or neuter, up to date vaccinations, pre-registered microchip ID and a free visit at a participating vet. Adoption hours are noon to 7 p.m. seven days a week. Closed on holidays.
Cat adoptions: Cats in the care of the Staten Island Council for Animal Welfare are in the adoption room at Petsmart, 1520 Forest Ave., Port Richmond.
Cat adoptions: Cats in the care of Pet Lovers United Together as One (P.L.U.T.O.) Rescue of Richmond County are at Merry Mutts Play-and-Stay, 654A Sharrotts Rd., Charleston, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Cat and kitten adoptions: Meet animals in the care of Staten Island Hope Rescue in Petco, 2795 Richmond Ave., New Springville, during store hours.