by Blog Editor | Dec 4, 2023 | dogs, General, News, Pets, Safety
Recently, there have been reports of a mysterious, highly contagious respiratory illness spreading in dogs across the United States. This unknown illness exhibits symptoms similar to kennel cough but has been unresponsive to normal treatments. In severe cases, this... 
by Michigan Humane | Aug 31, 2023 | General, Pet Pantry
On August 23 we held a luncheon at our Caplan Family Pet Food Pantry to celebrate and show appreciation for members of our Legacy Society. Donors were welcomed in for lunch, a presentation by members of the Leadership team, and an open time of Q&A to engage in... 
by Blog Editor | Aug 22, 2023 | Advocacy, dogs, General
Jeeter, a service dog for a boy with cerebral palsy, became the first courtroom support dog by happenstance. The boy’s mother, Ellen O’Neil-Stephens, was a deputy prosecutor in the juvenile drug court in the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Seattle. One... 
by Blog Editor | May 2, 2023 | Advocacy, General
Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting two Michigan legislators (Sen. Dayna Polehanki and Rep. Kevin Coleman) and three legislative staff members (from the offices of Rep. Jason Hoskins and Rep. Jimmie Wilson, Jr.) for a tour of our Berman Center for Animal Care in... 
by Blog Editor | Mar 7, 2023 | Advocacy, Cats, dogs, General
Last week, the Detroit Free Press ran an article titled “More pets, fewer vets bring strain on veterinary profession.” This crisis has been snowballing over recent years and not only impacts the animal welfare industry but each of us individually and our communities... 
by Blog Editor | Jan 23, 2023 | General, News
Egg prices are on the rise due to an outbreak of avian influenza, which caused the loss of millions of chickens at major egg producers across the U.S. But before you decide this might be a good time to acquire chickens of your own, here are some important...