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Tuesday, May 14, 2013  A litter of nine puppies abandoned on the side of a rural road made their first visit to the veterinarian.   Progress made on who left puppies and mother to die.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  An Auburn area veterinarian witnessed the Boston Marathon bombing.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  The Shamrock Animal Fund lends a hand to make it possible for Bevis the dog to get life saving surgery.

Friday, March 15, 2013  New York state police have charged a Hudson Valley assemblyman with marijuana possession following a traffic stop for speeding on the Thruway.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  The animal fund co-founded by CNYCentral news anchor Matt Mulcahy is honoring three dedicated veterinarians at the upcoming Shamrock's Celebration fundraiser.

Monday, December 17, 2012  The advancements over the years in stem cell research is not only helping cure humans, but our furry family friends. Veterinarian Dr. Ronald Anders is performing stem cell treatments to help pets recover.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  A new laser treatment is helping sick and wounded pets heal faster and with less pain. The "K-Laser" bombards cells with energy, helping them heal three times faster.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  Manlius based veterinarian, Dr. John Shokoff, is the only vet in Central New York who will make house calls for any kind of appointment.

Monday, October 08, 2012  The Healthy Pet Clinic returns to St. Lucy's Church this Sunday in the same neighborhood where a starving pit bull was found last week.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  Healthy Pet Clinics return for a second year this fall at St. Lucy's Church in Syracuse.  The Clinics offer low cost veterinary care for the pets of needy Syracuse residents.

Monday, May 14, 2012  The spring Healthy Pet Clinics resume this Sunday on Syracuse's north side.  The all volunteer effort is targeting pet owners on the north and east sides of Syracuse.

Monday, May 07, 2012  It may be a bad allergy season for you, but your pets could be feeling it too.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  The Healthy Pet Clinics returns to Syracuse this Sunday at a new north side location on the campus of Assumption Church.

Monday, March 26, 2012  The Shamrock Animal Fund is thanking supporters for a highly successful fundraising event.

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  The lack of chemicals used in organic production has created a challenge for farmers in caring for their animals: Few veterinarians are trained to treat livestock without antibiotics or other modern drugs.