The dogs are part of a mental wellness program that began after a rash of officer suicides. The unit’s fate is unclear as Commissioner Jessica Tisch shifts more officers to patrol duty. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “dogs”
The Big Apple Circus Returns to New York With Its Show-Stealing Dogs
By Gotham Rex on December 7, 2025
Copo, Diana, Suzy, Tomasa, Lana, Riso and Charlotte dance and prance inside the big tent. Source: New York Times
2 Men Die in Basement Flooding as Sudden Downpour Hits New York Area
By Gotham Rex on October 30, 2025
Much of the rainfall came in an intense 20-minute period in the afternoon, officials said. A record two inches fell at LaGuardia Airport. Source: New York Times
Was the Pandemic Dog Boom a Myth?
By Gotham Rex on November 25, 2022
Is New York City really overrun by barking hounds? The data might tell a different story. Source: New York Times
In the Case of the Dead Dog, Police Say They ‘May Have Dropped the Ball’
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2022
Three months after a highly publicized attack in a Brooklyn park left a dog dead, no arrests have been made as the local precinct finds itself in turmoil. Source: New York Times
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
How the Killing of a Dog Raised Questions of Justice and Safety
By Gotham Rex on October 11, 2022
Moose died after being beaten by a stranger in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. An article about the incident generated intense response. Source: New York Times
How a Dog’s Killing Turned Brooklyn Progressives Against One Another
By Gotham Rex on October 7, 2022
After a sudden confrontation that left a golden retriever dead, neighbors came together online to support the owner of the dog. But then things changed. Source: New York Times
The Dog Lawyer Doesn’t Care That You Hate Him
By Gotham Rex on July 29, 2022
In defending dogs at all costs, Richard Rosenthal has made a lot of enemies. But his animal clients owe him their lives. Source: New York Times
No More Pet Store Puppies? New York May Finally Ban Sales.
By Gotham Rex on July 24, 2022
A bill prohibiting the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in New York pet stores, passed by the Legislature in June, awaits a decision from Gov. Kathy Hochul. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Resists ‘Shutdown Thoughts’ Despite Covid Rise
By Gotham Rex on May 20, 2022
The mayor does not want to return to the days of mask mandates, saying the city can’t function if it panics over every new variant. Source: New York Times
Your Dog Is Not Ready for You to Return to the Office
By Gotham Rex on May 19, 2022
Pets (and their owners) prepare for the inevitable. Source: New York Times
The Park Slope Dog Walker Whose Pack Runs 19 Deep
By Gotham Rex on May 6, 2022
For this Park Slope dog walker, it’s all about community. Source: New York Times
As Travel Restrictions Ease, Dog Sitting Isn’t For Everyone
By Gotham Rex on March 26, 2022
As travel returns, so are requests for dog sitting — after all, those pandemic puppies aren’t taking care of themselves. Source: New York Times
A Legal Challenge to Rules Against Legal Advice from Nonlawyers
By Gotham Rex on January 26, 2022
A nonprofit wants to train volunteers to help consumers defend themselves in debt collection cases. Source: New York Times