by Blog Editor | Jul 13, 2022 | The Kibble
It’s official! The 33rd Annual Purrfect Bow Wow Brunch, in partnership with Sellers Subaru, will be held once again at Eastern Market on Sunday, October 9, 2022. Together, we’re working to raise $1 million to create a healthier community, safer neighborhoods, and a...
by Blog Editor | Jul 13, 2022 | Advocacy, Animal Cruelty, General
Michigan needs state-wide legislation that will provide an effective bond-or-forfeit process to protect animals seized in animal cruelty and neglect cases. An effective bond-or-forfeit statute prevents animal victims of cruelty and neglect from being victimized again...
by Blog Editor | May 24, 2022 | Advocacy, Animal Cruelty, General
In 2006, quarterback Michael Vick was the highest-paid player in the NFL. In 2007, he was indicted in federal and state court for dog fighting. This extremely high-profile case raised awareness of the cruelty and abuse inherent in animal fighting. The public urged the...
by Blog Editor | May 17, 2022 | Cuteness Corner, dogs
A married couple in Tennessee discovered an intruder in their home, but luckily it was the canine variety. As NPR reports, Julie and Jimmy Johnson have three dogs and allow them to sleep on the bed at night. That’s why it was strange to them when they saw a dog...
by Blog Editor | Apr 28, 2022 | General
If you are a regular reader of this blog, I’m sure I don’t have to explain the human-animal bond. According to an AVMA survey, 85% of dog owners and 76% of cat owners consider their pets to be family members. Studies show that sharing our lives with pets can have...