by Blog Editor | 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 Blog Editor | Sep 4, 2020 | Adoptions, dogs
Meet Flicka, a 1-year-old pitbull/boxer mix who is ready to find her forever home. Flicka was rescued by our Field Services team with two broken legs. Before going into foster care, our amazing staff worked with Flicka to help her heal and get comfortable in her new... 
by Blog Editor | Aug 28, 2020 | Cuteness Corner, dogs
Americans have been drinking a lot more alcohol since we’ve been staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Busch Beer doesn’t want your dog to feel left out so they’re introducing their latest creation: Dog Brew. Dog Brew isn’t actually... 
by Blog Editor | Aug 25, 2020 | Adoptions, dogs
Wednesday, August 26 is #NationalDogDay. So here is a story about two very special dogs. Cherry and Scout are BFFs Two is better than one in some cases, and in this case, two is better! Meet Scout and Cherry, two shepherds who are ready to find their forever homes.... 
by Blog Editor | Aug 20, 2020 | dogs, General
German dog owners may have to walk their dogs twice a day for at least an hour if a proposed law passes. Reuters reports that Agriculture Minister Julia Kloeckner announced the draft of the law this week, which is called the Animal Welfare Dog Regulation. Kloeckner... 
by Blog Editor | Aug 11, 2020 | dogs, Rescue
A West Michigan family spending time on their boat in Lake Michigan were surprised to find a dog swimming nearby. As WOOD TV reports, Jeannie Wilcox and her family were traveling on their boat from Grand Haven to Frankfort last Friday when she noticed the canine in...