Opinion: The Mayor Wants to Adopt a Cat. Half of New Yorkers Can't Afford One.
New York City faces a worsening pet affordability crisis; half of residents can't afford pets, requiring expanded affordable veterinary care, leadership, clinics, and food programs.
Animal welfare leaders urge Mamdani to step up for New York City's pets * Brooklyn Paper
New York City must strengthen enforcement and staffing for animal welfare, address pet affordability, and expand leadership to reduce overcrowded shelters and stray animals.