Radiographs done at the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic revealed even more: a broken back leg, broken ribs, broken orbital bone, and another broken bone in his front limb. The rib fractures showed signs of healing at different stages, evidence that Moose had endured repeated trauma over time.

Yet despite everything he had been through, Moose showed nothing but love. One of our dedicated veterinary technicians opened her heart and home, providing Moose with a safe foster environment where he could heal, surrounded by comfort and care.

In time, Moose underwent a complex surgery at the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Cristina Cadavieco performed a Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO), a procedure that removes the head and neck of the femur to relieve pain and restore mobility in a damaged hip. Thanks to this surgery and the tireless efforts of his medical and foster teams, Moose began to move forward on the path to recovery.

An arrest was made in Moose’s case, and Moose was surrendered. He will soon be available for adoption and on his way to a new home.

Stories like Moose’s remind us that second chances take time, compassion, and a community that believes in brighter futures for animals in need. Every wag of Moose’s tail is a testament to what’s possible when we come together to heal, protect, and give love where it’s needed most.

Moose’s journey is far from over, but with friends like you, his future is full of hope.

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Vanilla Bean was born with a rare congenital condition called pectus excavatum, in which the sternum curves inward toward the chest cavity. For a growing kitten, this deformity can place dangerous pressure on the heart and lungs, causing serious health problems if left untreated.

During his intake exam, our veterinary team immediately recognized the sunken shape of his chest. At just nine weeks old and weighing only three pounds, Vanilla Bean needed surgery if he was going to have a healthy future.

But there was a catch—this highly specialized procedure wasn’t something our staff had performed before.

Rather than see the challenge as a roadblock, Dr. Anna Young turned it into an opportunity. She and two veterinary team members were preparing to attend a shelter medicine conference at Cornell University, where she connected with a former professor. Not only did he agree to perform Vanilla Bean’s surgery, but he also offered to train Dr. Young in the technique, ensuring that our clinic could help future patients with the same condition.

When the day of the operation arrived, Dr. Young was nervous but determined. Vanilla Bean’s case was severe, one of the worst her professor had ever seen. The surgery presented risks, but the prospect of giving Vanilla Bean a significantly improved quality of life was all the motivation Dr. Young needed. The two veterinarians got to work, painstakingly threading each suture under the sternum, careful not to damage any internal structures, especially the heart. After completing all twelve sutures and anchoring them to an external splint, the surgery was complete.

Over the next several weeks, Vanilla Bean returned to our clinic to see Dr. Young and have his bandages changed before returning to the comfort of his foster home. Four weeks later, he was finally able to have the splint removed for good, with the skin beneath the cast healing well. Even more exciting, Vanilla Bean found a new home!

Stories like Vanilla Bean’s are only possible because of the incredible support of our community. Your generosity empowers our veterinary team to take on complex cases, provide lifesaving surgeries, and give pets with special challenges the chance to live long, happy lives.

Want to help make a difference for animals like Vanilla Bean? Visit our adoption, foster, or donation pages today.

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At just over two months old, Firefighter weighed only a pound. When he arrived at the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic at Lollypop Farm, the team discovered just how much he had been battling on his own. He was dehydrated, underweight, suffering from conjunctivitis, covered in fleas, and unable to eat because of painful ulcers in his mouth. To make matters worse, he even had a cuterebra (a type of parasite) in his neck, which was quickly removed.

Despite everything, this tiny fighter never gave up. With care, love, and careful monitoring by our veterinary team, Firefighter began to heal and grow stronger day by day.

He still needs a little more time before he’s ready to be neutered and adopted, but when the time comes, Firefighter will spark joy and light a fire in someone’s heart forever.

Want to help make a difference for animals like Firefighter? Visit our adoption, foster, or donation pages today.

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Unfortunately, resources were limited. The town’s animal control facility was temporarily closed for construction, and the local humane society was already at capacity. With no clear place to bring the animals, Officer Treem was left with few options and an urgent need to find help.

Treem began networking out, taking a few cats at a time to shelters in the area and farther out. Then, Treem called Lollypop Farm, nearly two hours away. Without hesitation, the Lollypop Farm Foster and Rescue team jumped into action to help take 22 cats from the case.

The frightened felines were transported over 100 miles to Lollypop Farm. Many were infested with fleas and suffering from ear mites, but remarkably, they were otherwise in good health. Here, each one was given comfort, care, and the promise of a better tomorrow.

Thanks to Lollypop Farm’s incredible foster network, these furry friends didn’t have to stay in the shelter for long. Most of them are kittens, just months old, who are now in foster care learning to trust people and settle into home life. Once they’re ready, they’ll be looking for families to love them. Their journey is only possible because compassionate people came together. It’s the generosity of fosters, donors, and supporters like you that empowers Lollypop Farm to respond in moments of crisis and to make a lasting impact on animal welfare across New York State.

Lollypop Farm often tries to help when other shelters are full or emergencies arise, because every pet deserves a second chance — no matter where they come from. With many rescues and shelters often at capacity, providing support to each other can help save more lives. Our Rescue and Transport Coordinator, Susie, works daily to connect animals with opportunities for healing and hope, whether that means finding them help elsewhere or bringing them here to Lollypop Farm.

Please note: the investigation in this case is ongoing and part of the New Hartford Police Department’s jurisdiction. Thanks to the hard work from Animal Control Officer Treem and the team in New Hartford, 54 cats have been removed from the property as of July 25th, and more traps have been set in case more are hiding. Charges have been filed, but are still pending.

There are so many ways to get involved and help animals find the loving homes they deserve. Learn how you can adopt, foster, or donate to help pets like these find the loving homes they deserve.

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By early March, Juliet had received all of her medical care and was ready to find a loving home. Given her history of living with so many dogs in a stressful environment, our staff trainers created a plan to help manage her resource guarding. Using clicker training, they introduced her to “look” and “touch” cues.

During her nearly four months at Lollypop Farm, Juliet charmed staff and volunteers alike. She loved snack time, long walks, and plenty of snuggles. Her goofy personality kept everyone laughing, and she was a regular participant in our Doggy Day Out program , enjoying mini-adventures with community members.

Juliet was adopted in April, but sadly, she was returned to our care a few weeks later. In early June, we featured her in our Clear the Kennels adoption promotion, but the weekend passed, and Juliet was still waiting.

Her second chance finally came on June 12, when a new family took her home. Here’s what her new family had to say:

“So glad I found her. She is well-behaved and just wants to be near her new family. She’s a smart dog who figured out her environment quickly. We don’t restrict her in any way, but she just seems to know what to do, almost like she seeks permission before entering a room. I bring her to my office downtown at least once a week, where she greets all my coworkers and spends time with each of them before moving on to the next. They’re always disappointed when I leave her home.”

Juliet is just one of many sweet senior pups at Lollypop Farm who found a loving home thanks to the kindness and support of people like you. Your generosity made her second chance possible.

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