Arrest Made After Dog is Found Dead in Utica
Utica police announced today (January 30) that an arrest has been made related to the killing of an adopted dog last week. Detective Sgt. Greg Morabito said an arrest was made Wednesday morning, though no additional details have been announced. The suspect is to be...
$6,000 Reward Offered for Information on Killing of Dog in Utica
The Utica Police Department is searching for leads after a dog was found dead near a picnic table at Grant Park. Sterling was a pit bull mix who was adopted out of the Michigan Humane Society on December 29. The owner is not a suspect and Utica Police Detective Sgt....
MHS CEO: ‘There are no winners here’ on Charles Wofford Animal Cruelty Case
The following op-ed piece is written by Michigan Humane Society president and CEO Matt Pepper: On Thursday, December 6, Charles Wofford of Hamtramck pleaded guilty to animal cruelty for using a steak knife and garden sheers to amputate the leg of his dog Mackinac. It...
How to Teach Your Dog to Stop Jumping
Do you share your life with a jumper? Do you find yourself late to the office due to snagged skirts or paw-printed muddy pants? Do friends shy away from visiting for fear of being knocked over? Read more about how to teach your dog to stop jumping. Why do dogs jump? A...
Woman Gives Her Dog Commands in Harry Potter Spells
Dogs are incredibly smart creatures, despite what journal Learning and Behavior says. They're so smart that they can learn commands from Harry Potter spells. Anna Brisbin is an actress in Los Angeles who tweeted a video of her Dachshund doing various adorable things....
Over 165 Neglected German Shepherds Rescued From Georgia Property
Authorities in Georgia have come to the rescue of over 165 German Shepherds left in neglectful conditions at a rural property. WSB-TV in Atlanta reports that the Candler County Sheriff's Department worked with the Atlanta Humane Society to rescue the German Shepherds...
How Recent Legislative Changes Impact Animals in Michigan
The following op-ed piece is written by Michigan Humane Society president and CEO Matt Pepper: Sometimes in the moment, it is hard to truly comprehend the impact of legislative issues. I want to put this past session into perspective. The governor rightfully, and...
Animals in Michigan Claim Key Victories in Lame Duck Session
We are thrilled to report that the tumultuous lame duck period at the end the 2017-18 legislative session has brought some tremendous victories for Michigan’s companion animals. SB 416 – Passed and signed by Governor Snyder MHS has been working for years to update...
Sniffles is a Dog Without a Nose Looking for a Home
A dog without a nose and some dental issues has captured the hearts of America. As USA Today reports, Sniffles is in the care of Poodle and Pooch Rescue based in Florida. According to the organization, Sniffles was a stray from Puerto Rico, where he was attacked by a...
MHS Santa Paws Will Deliver a Dog or Cat to Your Door
What's better than getting Grubhub or Amazon deliveries to your door? How about a dog or a cat thanks to the Michigan Humane Society's Santa Paws promotion? Obviously. The Michigan Humane Society believes that the love, joy, and comfort a companion animal brings is...