Michigan Humane Continues to Fight for Laws Protecting Animal Cruelty Victims
Happy New Year! In addition to the beginning of a new calendar year, January 1, 2021 also ushered in a new session of the Michigan legislature. As you may know, the Michigan legislature operates in two-year sessions, and the 2019-2020 session ended on December 31,...
Holiday Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe Presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka
As the holidays get closer to wrapping up this year, Michigan Humane and Tito's Handmade Vodka want to provide a few tips to help make sure both you and your pets enjoy this special season. Keep gift wrapping supplies in secure places Ribbons, wrapping paper and bows...
Texas Dog Hit By Car, Shot 70 Times Gets Adopted
After going through a traumatic experience, a 9-month-old dog in Texas gets to spend the holidays with a new family. As Fox 2 shares, Tammi is a retriever who was rescued by the San Antonio Humane Society in November. Her injuries were staggering. "Upon examination,...
Michigan Humane Virtual Adoption Floor Tour – December 17, 2020
Today we're going to meet some very beautiful cats, a rabbit and a very special dog at our Livingston County Center for Animal Care. Watch the video below. Look at Jareth! He may have lost a leg but that hasn't slowed him down. No appointment is needed at our Howell...
Michigan Humane Artist Spotlight: Motor City Joe
We have had the opportunity to meet and feature several amazing artists this year. One of those artists is Joe Borri, a talented Detroit-based artist whose artwork was featured on the Michigan Humane 2020 holiday cards. Joe Borri, Motor City Joe, was born in Detroit...
Buyer Beware: Puppy Mill Scams
With Thanksgiving behind us, the holiday shopping season is in full swing. We are still coping with the changes in our lives brought on by the onset of COVID-19, including spending more time at home, and we can’t safely socialize with extended family and friends. Many...
Meet the Kohler Boys
We have so many incredible families who support us every year to help animals in need. From monetary donations to donating food to our pet pantry to participating in our auctions and events, they help us make an impact in our community. One of those incredible donors,...
Here Are Some Local Businesses You Can Support During Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is tomorrow, November 28. This year's event is even more important considering the difficult time businesses have had during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are just a few of the many businesses who support Michigan Humane's mission to change lives...
Michigan Humane’s Pet Pantry Distributes 1 Million Pounds of Pet Food in 2020
Michigan Humane, the state’s oldest and largest animal welfare organization, offers a number of services to support our community which includes a pet food pantry. The demand for pet food and supplies at the Judith Caplan Phillips Pet Food Pantry has been more than...
Keeping Your Dog Safe During Holiday Gatherings
The best way to keep your dog off of the countertops and away from the food during the holidays is to prevent them from having access in the first place. Even for dogs that do not typically jump up on the counters, the smells, excitement, and sight of really delicious...