Office of the Inspector General Releases Audit on Federal Oversight of Dog Breeders
Michigan Humane’s legislative advocacy work focuses primarily on state and local animal welfare issues, but we track federal developments, particularly those impacting companion animals. One critical piece of federal legislation impacting companion animals is the...
All Treats and No Tricks: Fall and Halloween Safety Tips
Since the fall season is here, we’d thought we’d offer some advice to keep it all treats and no tricks! Below are some tips for pet parents to help keep their furry friends safe on Halloween and for the rest of the season: Leaf piles can hide some creepy crawlies, so...
Adopt a Pet During Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm
Meet Your Best Friend is back! Join Michigan Humane and several animal rescues and shelters for Meet Your Best Friend at the Firm. On Sunday, September 12, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., we will be at the Mike Morse Law Firm in Southfield, Michigan. There will be nearly 100...
Michigan Humane’s Animal Search and Rescue Team Assists With Hurricane Ida Recovery Efforts
On the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Ida made landfall in southeastern Louisiana, causing catastrophic damage in and around New Orleans. The Category 4 storm, with an estimated 145 miles per hour sustained winds, critically damaged the essential...
Join Michigan Humane For The 2021 Purrfect Bow Wow Brunch
Michigan Humane and Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) are pleased to present the 2021 Purrfect Bow Wow Brunch on Sunday, October 3 at Detroit’s historic Eastern Market. Gathering once again in person, we will welcome 700 guests, as well as a virtual audience, to...
We’re Stronger Together Advocating For Animals
Helen Keller said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” This is very true of animal welfare work, where the challenges to animal wellbeing can seem insurmountable. Michigan Humane understands that there are more animal welfare issues than can be...
State Trooper K9 Killed in Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver
Michigan State Police are mourning the tragic loss of one of their K9s, Rex, who was killed early Sunday morning in a car crash. Fox 2 reports that one of MSP's canine unit vehicles was struck at around 1 a.m. on Sunday. The officer activated his emergency tone and...
Keeping Your Pets Safe From the Summer Heat
We are in the heat of summer, and although temperatures haven't been extremely high, it is still important to remember to keep our pets safe during the summer months. The biggest thing you can do for your pets is to check the forecast often. If you see it's going to...
Safety Net Foster Program Keeps Families Together During Pandemic
Earlier this year, we launched a Safety Net Fostering program, providing foster homes for animals in need of temporary housing. Designed to be a support system for families experiencing housing crisis, medical procedures requiring time out of the home, or other...
Join Michigan Humane For Mutt March Weekend
It’s that time of year again – time to gather all helping hands, and paws, for a Mutt March to remember. Through Michigan Humane’s Annual Fundraiser Walk, Mutt March, animal advocates across the Southeast Michigan region unite to raise critical funds to improve and...