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06/01/2026

I cannot understand how this keeps happening to innocent animals! It's heartbreaking, disgusting and cruel!

There are no words big enough to say thank you to each and everyone who continues to show up and help make the difference!

Thank you to an incredibly special person in my life Patricia Ann Wadsworth who never stops showing up! She if the founder of an incredible non-for-profit foundation, Gracie Bellas Hope. I couldn't be more proud to be your friend and part of this incredible foundation❤🐾 You continue to show up helping make a difference!

Thank you James A. Brennan Memorial Humane Society helping and making a difference for these sweet animals who have been through hell, thank you to each and every volunteer and thank you to Fulton County Regional SPCA - NY, Ayres Memorial Animal Shelter for helping out in this horrific situation!

Please share this post as it can help! Thank you!

💙 A Very Special Thank You 💙

There are some people who always seem to show up exactly when they’re needed most, and our good friend and longtime supporter Patty Wadsworth is one of those people.

Today, Patty stopped by with an incredible donation—a check for $10,000 to support the animals in our care. We are truly overwhelmed by her generosity and kindness.

Patty has been there for us time and time again, always willing to lend a hand, offer encouragement, and support our mission whenever we find ourselves facing a challenge. Her unwavering commitment to helping animals and the people who care for them means more than words can adequately express.

Many of you may also know Patty as the founder of Gracie Bella’s Hope, a wonderful organization that has helped countless animals in need. Through her tireless dedication and compassion, she has made an immeasurable difference in the lives of so many animals.

From all of us at JABMHS—and from every animal whose life will be touched by this gift—thank you,

Please join us in thanking Patty Wadsworth for her extraordinary generosity and for everything she does for animals throughout our community! ❤️🐾

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05/30/2026

This is beyond heartbreaking thank you to everyone who is helping! So much is needed!

Please if you can take a moment to read, share this post!

🚨 URGENT PLEA FOR HELP 🚨

Late last night, in conjunction with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, our shelter stepped in to assist with a heartbreaking cruelty case involving the removal of 27 dogs from a local home. These animals have endured conditions that no dog should ever have to experience, and they now need our community more than ever.

Of the 27 dogs removed, JABMHS has taken in 16, placing a tremendous strain on our shelter’s resources, staff, and budget. We are grateful that the Fulton County Regional SPCA and Ayres Memorial Animal Shelter have also stepped forward to assist with this case and provide care for the remaining animals.

Our staff and volunteers are working around the clock to provide these dogs with the care, comfort, and medical attention they desperately need. They will require veterinary care, lots of TLC and rehabilitation before they can begin their journey toward a better life.

We are urgently in need of:

🐾 Small breed dry dog food
Canned dog food
🐾 Blankets and bedding
🐾 Paper towels
🐾 Bleach and cleaning supplies
🐾 Monetary donations to help cover the enormous veterinary expenses that lie ahead

Every donation, no matter the size, will make a direct difference for these dogs and the many other animals already in our care.

⚠️ Please note: The shelter will be closed to the public through the weekend. This temporary closure will allow our team to focus on properly assessing, treating, and caring for these dogs while continuing to provide quality care to all of the animals currently at the shelter. Donations can still be dropped off at the shelter during this time, even while we are closed to the public.

While these dogs have a long road ahead of them, our hope is that once they have been medically cleared, rehabilitated, and deemed ready for adoption, they will each find the loving forever homes they deserve. We know our community has a big heart, and when that time comes, we will be looking for adopters willing to give these dogs the second chance they’ve never had.

We know we ask a lot of our supporters, but time and time again this community has shown incredible compassion when animals need it most. Today, we are asking for your help once again. Together, we can change the future for these dogs.

Donations can be dropped off or shipped to:

James A. Brennan Memorial Humane Society
437 Nine Mile Tree Road
Gloversville, NY 12078

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We also have a PayPal account: [email protected]
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us and for being the reason animals like these have hope.

❤️ The JABMHS Team

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05/29/2026

It has been a difficult year, and I don’t always share a lot of the personal things happening behind the scenes — because honestly, we all have so much going on, don’t we?

But today, I need to share something from my heart.

My sweet Bugsy boy had been throwing up, wasn’t quite himself, and of course, I am proud to own my title of “helicopter mom,” which my husband lovingly calls me & welcome that compliment. ❤️

We brought Bugsy to Sacandaga Veterinary Clinic, where Dr. Chester took such good care of him & his team. Bloodwork, x-rays, antibiotics, nausea medicine, and found that he had a few things going on, including hookworm, some elevated bloodwork, able to see from the X-ray a large gas pocket too☹️

As any dog parent knows, when your dog isn’t well, or any animal that is special to us, your heart just sinks. He was sent home with medications and will go back in a month for his follow-up.

Something happened that completely shocked me.

When Patricia A Wadsworth, Founder of Gracie Bella's Hope showed up at the vet’s office, my husband had no idea why she was there. He thought maybe she was picking something up for her own dog.

Nope.

This beautiful woman was there because, after a unanimous decision, Gracie Bella’s Hope had taken care of Bugsy’s medical expenses.

I still can’t fully put into words the gratitude in my heart.

It is truly an honor and a privilege to be a board member of Gracie Bella’s Hope, but I never saw this coming. I never expected to be on the receiving end of this kind of help, and I am beyond humbled.

So today, we want to say thank you.

Thank you to Dr. Chester and everyone at Sacandaga Veterinary Clinic for caring for our sweet boy.

Thank you to Patty.

Thank you to every single board member of Gracie Bella’s Hope.

And thank you for reminding me that no matter how heavy life can feel sometimes, there really are some pretty incredible people in this world.

From the bottom of my heart — thank you beyond words. ❤️🐾

P.S. For anyone interested to know, Bugsy has pooped a few times in the past 12-15 hours and I couldn’t be more excited and proud of his 💩

05/28/2026

Here is a flashback from the 70's as a little girl being able to do so much what I love & thanks to my mom she always did the best she could to make sure it happened! Horseback riding lessons❤

Everyday is a gift, I never take that for granted!

05/26/2026

I am currently working on something very special... Since everything I do is handmade in small batches, using only natural ingredients I want you to feel good about what you're getting for your dogs.

Just a fun fact... I can't just randomly whip something for the day if I want to offer it... There is a process you must do following the rules and regulations. What does that mean? If I decide to add a new product it must get tested at a lab first and the label must be approved by the Department of Agriculture & there are always all the fees that cost $$

I want you all to know as a small business trust is everything! That's why Y-NOT Dog Cookies is loved by dogs & trusted by owners❤🐾

Thank you all for being so supportive!
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05/25/2026

05/24/2026

If your dog had dating profile,

what would their bio say?

05/23/2026

Needed to give my boy some hugs and now bake to baking...

We are getting ready for a fabulous upcoming show... Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) Art Fest coming up the weekend of June 13th & 14th in Downtown Glens Falls

See you soon!

05/21/2026

Behind the scenes at the end of that hot day with rosy red cheeks & nose, wild, crazy curly hair, and yes there is absolutely some dog hair on my shirt!

But when I look at these honest pictures what matters most to me are the dogs and what I do!

This is not a hobby for me, I am working my b***y off everyday as a small business to make all the differences I can through my all-natural dog treats for the dogs! When you see me at a show or event it's because I am so excited to meet you and for dogs to experience Y-NOT Dog Cookies.

I know I don't make fancy shapes but I do make it all by hand in small batches and at times making 100's of pounds in the matter of a couple of weeks.

I just want everyone to understand how much your support means to me! I think to myself how lucky I am to do what I love and the ability to have earned your trust when it comes to you and your dogs! Thank you! Thank you!

If you haven't checked out our website please do! If you're not following us, we would love it if you did because it really matters!

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HAVE THE BEST DAY🐾

05/19/2026

When you're in the Village of Northville there is a beautiful shop that I just love, the Adirondack Country Store.

Thank you Kerry O'Hara for offering so many beautiful items. I appreciate you and supporting our small business over the years🐾