by Blog Editor | Jan 5, 2019 | Advocacy, General
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... 
by Blog Editor | Jan 2, 2019 | Advocacy, General
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... 
by Blog Editor | Dec 10, 2018 | Advocacy
Update 12/18/18: Both bills HB 5916 and HB 5917 have passed the Michigan House and Senate. The Michigan Humane Society has sent Governor Rick Snyder a formal letter urging him to veto both bills. You can read the letter HERE. Original article below. Michigan’s... 
by Blog Editor | Oct 18, 2018 | Advocacy, General
In January 2016, five Detroit police officers and one sergeant executed a search warrant on a house in Detroit where they suspected that Nikita Smith and Kevin Thomas were squatting and selling drugs. Smith and Thomas had three dogs with them in the house. In... by Blog Editor | May 21, 2018 | Advocacy
Puppies come in many shapes, sizes, and colors, but the one thing they all have in common is their cuteness! It’s no wonder so many people love them and actively seek out a puppy when they decide to add a new canine member to their family. And surveys show that a... by Blog Editor | Nov 6, 2017 | Advocacy, General
In January of 2016, five Detroit Police Officers and a Sargent entered a home as part of a drug raid. The two suspects who were squatting in the home had three dogs in the home with them. In executing the raid all three dogs were shot and killed. Police officers have...