NYU has many problems: a supposed lack of community, a hunger for all the land in Lower Manhattan, an unhealthy interest in twins whose names rhyme with Schmylan and Schmole Schmrouse.
But the most vexing affliction of our university is the lack of kittens and puppies provided for us to play with. One percent of the population should not control forty-two percent of the puppies. THIS IS WHAT A DOG LOVER LOOKS LIKE. Luckily, our great city can supply us with a fix of furry goodness. Here’s a handy list of places to play with animals in NYC:
Creep at a Dog Park: Dog owners need somewhere to let their canine companions run free. Therefore, some of NYC’s public parks contain a dog run, such as NYU-centric Washington Square Park and Union Square. Luckily, it is not a requirement for you to have a dog to enter one of these havens of dog activity. Just try not to look too outwardly sad and alone, and let the excited pups scamper up to you and lick your hand like a steak-flavored ice pop. Protip: if someone asks you, “Which one’s yours?” point in a general direction of some dog and mumble about Scrappy Doo. Read more…
One of our favorite parts of New York City is its many independent bookstores. Even more than these bookstores, we love their cats.
