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NJ Dog-Walker's Fatal Motorcycle Crash Devastates Clients NJ Dog-Walker's Fatal Motorcycle Crash Devastates Clients
NJ Dog-Walker's Fatal Motorcycle Crash Devastates Clients A 23-year-old motorcyclist killed in a North Bergen hit-and-run crash is being mourned as a beloved pet caretaker.  Josh Huayamave died when his motorcycle was struck near Granton and Liberty avenues, around 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. Josh HuayamaveJosh Huayamave Facebook photo Huayamave was found on 76th Street and rushed to the hospital, where he died. The driver of the striking vehicle fled the scene. A GoFundMe campaign launched in Huayamave's memory says his care for his clients' pets was unmatched. "When we met Josh, he was starting his d…

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
Kristine Violante Of Bergen County Spent Life Caring For Animals, 32 Kristine Violante Of Bergen County Spent Life Caring For Animals, 32
Kristine Violante Of Bergen County Spent Life Caring For Animals, 32 Kristine Violante of Lyndhurst died suddenly on Sunday, Feb. 5, her obituary reads. She was 32 years old. Kristine was a cosmetologist and certified veterinary technician who loved animals, her obit reads. She opened Fluffy & Fido, a pet care service, in 2018. Violante's social media pages are peppered with photos of her snuggling with and walking animals. Condolences poured in. My beautiful friend/neighbor/colleague passed away suddenly. As a fellow animal lover/dog walker her pets, clients,... Posted by Lynn Vigilante on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 Services were held at the Nazar…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Community Rallies Around Jersey City Pet Sitter Battling Cancer Community Rallies Around Jersey City Pet Sitter Battling Cancer
Community Rallies Around Jersey City Pet Sitter Battling Cancer Community support is surging for John Amato, owner of Doggie's Playmate Pet Sitting after a recent cancer diagnosis. Amato, of Jersey City, also suffered a stroke and has a brain tumor, he said. Vanessa and Liz Freedman organized this GoFundMe page on behalf of Amato. "Any and all donations that you can make to help this man who spends all of his time taking care of others would be so very appreciated... John is immensely grateful and humbled by anyone who is generous enough to help him. Your love, prayers, and positive energy mean the world to him." Amato included a video on the page say…

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by Jon Craig
News
Jersey Shore Dad To Pitch Pet Product On Shark Tank Jersey Shore Dad To Pitch Pet Product On Shark Tank
Jersey Shore Dad To Pitch Pet Product On Shark Tank A Jersey Shore dad and entrepreneur is taking his business for a swim with the sharks. Ocean County native and FurZapper creator, Michael Sweigart will pitch his re-usable pet hair removal discs to the famous line-up of potential investors on ABC's Shark Tank next week. The flexible discs are meant to be tossed into the washer and dryer with laundry. The discs adhere to and separate pet fur, hair, dust and debris from clothing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FurZapper (@furzapper) Catch the Manahawkin native on Shark Tank ai…

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by Nicole Acosta
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Free Veterinary Services Available For Newark Dog-Owners Free Veterinary Services Available For Newark Dog-Owners
Free Veterinary Services Available For Newark Dog-Owners Residents of Newark who own dogs are eligible for free and reduced-costs veterinary services provided by a Hillside animal hospital on a first-come, first-served basis.  People for Animals, 401 Hillside Ave., is offering free microchipping, rabies vaccinations and distemper vaccinations.   People for Animals is also offering discounted spay and neuter services: $60 for male dogs under 65 lbs., $80 for males over 65 lbs; and $70 for females under 65 lbs and $90 for females over 65 lbs.  Registration is required and dogs must be leashed. Proof of Newark residency is also …

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by Paul Milo
Lifestyle
5 Pets In Need At The Bergen County Animal Shelter 5 Pets In Need At The Bergen County Animal Shelter
5 Pets In Need At The Bergen County Animal Shelter Looking to add an animal to the family?  Here are five pets at the Bergen County Animal Shelter in need of forever families. ** Click the hyperlinks for the Petfinder pages. ** Carla the Tabby Cat, 4 years old. Carla has the prettiest markings and a few cute little dots lined perfectly on her nose. She is around 4 years old and there is not much information about her since she was abandoned. She is now in search of her perfect new family! Carla is just the sweetest little girl! As soon as she gets close enough to you, she will put her paws on you asking to be picked up. She even gives…

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by Cecilia Levine