Is New York City really overrun by barking hounds? The data might tell a different story. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Cats”
Animal Lovers, Rejoice: The NY Cat and Dog Film Festivals Return
By Gotham Rex on October 20, 2022
The programs feature many surprises, including a cat that plays Wordle and a lone man’s odyssey to feed Turkish strays. Source: New York Times
Curtis Sliwa, Who Owns 16 Cats, Focuses on Animal Welfare
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2021
Mr. Sliwa has made animal welfare a central part of his campaign for mayor. Source: New York Times
The NY Cat and Dog Film Festivals Return After Pandemic Hiatus
By Gotham Rex on October 14, 2021
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, these celebrations of human-animal bonds are screening in Manhattan and beyond. Source: New York Times
Curtis Sliwa Has 16 Cats and Is Running a Long-Shot Campaign for Mayor
By Gotham Rex on August 22, 2021
Curtis Sliwa, the founder of the Guardian Angels, wants New Yorkers to take him seriously as a mayoral candidate against Eric Adams. Source: New York Times
A Beloved Stray Cat Was Fatally Mauled. But Was It Intentional Cruelty?
By Gotham Rex on February 9, 2021
Tuxedo was “the mayor” at the Brooklyn housing complex where he lived and was killed by two dogs. A man accused of torture in the death says he is innocent. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers in the Biden Administration
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2021
Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, Janet L. Yellen, Deanne Criswell and others with connections to the city are poised to have influence on policies. Source: New York Times
‘I Literally Had No One.’ Then the Foster Kittens Arrived.
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
The pandemic has made life hard for many people, and their pets, but others find themselves with more time and the resources to help. Source: New York Times
How a Zen Buddhist Monk and Hospital Chaplain Spends His Sundays
By Gotham Rex on January 1, 2021
To care for Covid-19 patients and their families, Seigan Ed Glassing reserves one day of the week to care for himself. Source: New York Times