2021
BEST ANIMAL
RESCUE
MAYOR’S ALLIANCE FOR
NYC’S ANIMALS
244 5th Ave Suite R290 (212) 252-2350
www.animalalliancenyc.org
Mayors Alliance for NYC’s Animals has a simple
mission; the organization wants to make it
possible that no dog or cat is ever killed simply
because they do not have a home. Before the
Alliance was founded in 2003, the live release
rate at NYC’s municipal shelter systems was
under 25%. In 2019, the live release rate was
above 90% for the third year in a row. The
Alliance has since achieved its goal of making
NYC a no-kill city, now the organization
focuses on animal welfare in New York City.
The Alliance also provides services, resources
and guidance to local animal rescue groups
and shelters whenever possible. It also works
with the City to address animal welfare-related
issues and acts as a mentor in municipalities
nationally.
BEST ANIMAL
SHELTER
KITTYKIND
860 Broadway (212) 726-2652
www.kittykind.org
If you want to open your heart and home to a
new furry friend, KittyKind Adoption Center is
the place to go. KittyKind’s mission is to match
every cat with their perfect home and to educate
the public on feline welfare in New York City.
This not-for-profit labor of love is maintained by
an all-volunteer group of cat-lovers. With their
hearts for animals, KittyKind volunteers provide
care for the cats available for adoption at Petco
Union Square. The organization additionally
prides itself on caring and finding homes for
cats that are deemed “special needs” because of
age, illness, injury or disability. KittyKind takes
responsibility for the lives of each and every cat
that finds its way into the Center.
BEST BIRD STORE
WILD BIRD FUND
565 Columbus Ave (646) 306-2862
www.wildbirdfund.org
The Wild Bird Fund is a state and federally
licensed organization that rehabilitates over
3,000 sick, injured or orphaned wildlife and
releases them back to the wilds of New York
City. There are over 355 bird species that live
in the Big Apple or take refuge here during the
spring and fall migrations. Many are injured by
flying into buildings, or by cat attacks, vehicles
and human interference. Rehabilitation includes
radiographs, diagnostic testing, surgery,
medication, bandaging, splinting, physical
therapy, feeding and sheltering. The critical
work at the Wild Bird Fund is accomplished
through private donations and mostly volunteer
labor.
BEST DOG TRAINER
ZEN DOG TRAINING LLC
450 6th St (917) 376-8648
www.zendog.us.com
Zen Dog Training uses only effective,
science-based positive training methods that
center on enhancing your relationship and
communication with your dog. Certified Dog
Behavior Consultant Alexis Toriello has years
of experience training hundreds of dogs of all
different ages, breeds, and temperaments and
will help you reach your training goals. Not
only does Toriello train skills and behaviors,
but she also teaches your dog that training is
fun. Dogs will be happy, attentive and confident
after a training session at Zen Dog Training.
The company is veterinarian recommended and
internationally certified to address behavior
issues such as puppy obedience and puppy
manners, house-training, dog aggression
training and human aggression training, barking
at the doorbell, and much more.
BEST DOG WALKER
MIXYPAWS NYC DOG WALKING
244 W 74th St (917) 232-0753
Trusting someone to walk your fur baby can
be a big decision, especially in a city as busy
as New York. The co-founders of MixyPaws,
Kate and Ethan understand this which is why
they hand select every one of the company’s
dog walkers. The dog walkers also must pass
a training class as well as a background check.
The MixyPaws team knows that things happen
so they always have a backup plan, there is a
contingency plan for every part of the city in case
one of the walkers have an illness or emergency.
This way your dog will always have someone to
walk them. MixyPaws offers an array of services
including group walks, private walks, puppy
visits, private training sessions and transport.
BEST PET
CLOTHING STORE
MAX-BONE
21 Crosby St (646) 484-5846
www.maxbone.com
Pets truly are family, which is why so many
pet owners treat them as such. The creator
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behind Maxbone understands the strong bond
between dogs and their owners, which is why
she worked to create a line of dog clothes that
are both fashionable and functional. This store
has all sorts of fun clothes for your dog including
jumpers, sweaters and even a raincoat! Sizes
range from S-XXL so all dogs can enjoy these
adorable clothes no matter how big. Each piece
on its website has a reason behind it, which
shoppers can read; this really makes the dog
clothes come to life. If you are looking for a
brand that actually cares about your pet, then
look no further then Maxbone.
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