by Ann Griffin | Oct 5, 2020 | Advocacy, dogs, General, Safety
More than 30 local units of government in Michigan have passed ordinances that regulate dogs based on breed or perceived breed. Referred to as “breed-specific legislation,” or BSL, such laws either ban or heavily regulate certain types of dogs, often called “bully...
by Asmaa Alarabi | Aug 31, 2020 | Safety, The Kibble
Ever since the start of COVID-19, we have all experienced changes and have adapted to them one way or another. Recognized as an essential service, Michigan Humane had to pivot and make critical decisions in a short amount of time. Thanks to our dedicated teams and...
by Dave Kim | May 29, 2020 | Animal Cruelty, Cats, Rescue, Safety
In a house deemed “unfit for human habitation,” Michigan Humane and Garden City police discovered 32 neglected cats on Thursday. As the Detroit Free Press reports, the cats were living in horrible conditions, which is an understatement. As you can see from...
by Dave Kim | May 22, 2020 | dogs, Rescue, Safety
Authorities in Michigan recovered a stolen German Shepherd puppy from a man’s, uh, pants. As MLive reports, Eaton County’s animal control officers assisted a deputy following a crash in Delta Township on Wednesday. They noticed that the occupant of the...
by Dave Kim | May 21, 2020 | General, Pets, Rescue, Safety
Animal welfare organizations are working to make sure families affected by the Midland flooding don’t lose their pets. MLive reports that the Humane Society of Midland County (HSoMC) is taking in pets of residents who were forced to evacuate their homes....
by Devan Bianco | Apr 27, 2020 | Adoptions, General, Safety
Update 5/22/2020: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced on Thursday that she is reopening additional segments of Michigan’s economy as COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to decline. Whitmer’s announcement allows Michigan Humane veterinary centers to offer...
