Michigan Humane

36th Annual Mutt March
2024-05-18 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Point Shores, MI, 48236, United States
Experience the stunning Edsel and Eleanor Ford House grounds with your pups, family, friends and a community of animal lovers. We invite you to stroll the scenic path and participate in dog-focused activities while you enjoy the sun, food, and of course the dog costumes!
Saturday, May 18th, 2024
Edsel and Eleanor Ford House
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
This year’s Mutt March will feature:

Adoptable Dog Meet-n-Greet
Doggie Costume Contest
Photo opp in partnership with Fleur Detroit
Food Trucks
Specialty Brunch Cocktails

There are multiple ways to participate! Participating is easy and registration is free!

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Humane Hero Private Cabana – Interested in enhancing your Mutt March experience? Become a Humane Hero to book a cabana for a group to relax in comfort and style at Mutt March. Contact Julie Wekenmann at jwekenmann@michiganhumane.org now for more information!
Sponsorship – Looking for alternative ways to get involved? Customized Sponsorship opportunities are available now! Contact Deb Scola at dscola@michiganhumane.org for more information.

Bark in the Park - May 14
2024-05-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Bring your dog to Comerica Park and enjoy a game with your furry friend! Special ticket package includes game ticket, exclusive Bark in the Park item, and donation to Michigan Humane.
Buy tickets here!

One ticket is needed for the dog and one ticket is needed for the person/fan. Maximum of one dog per paid adult ticket. NO EXCEPTIONS. All dogs must wear an identification tag to the game and be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older.
Access to the Bark in the Park party area which includes water stations, doggie “restrooms” and other amenities

Dog tickets are EXTREMELY limited. SPECIAL “BARK IN THE PARK” EVENT TICKET IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
‘Bark in the Park’ packages can only be purchased online. No day-of-game sales. No exceptions. All participants must provide a copy of all up-to-date dog vaccinations upon check in. Required for entry: DDHPP & Rabies Vaccines. Recommended: Leptospirosis, Bordetella, and Canine Influenza vaccinations. Failure to provide vaccination records may result in non-entry to the ballpark.

Bark in the Park - April 30
2024-04-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201

Cody Rouge Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic
2024-04-27 10:00 - 14:00 | St. Suzanne Cody Rouge Community Resource Center, 19321 W Chicago, Detroit, Michigan

Pet Photos with Santa
2023-12-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Gardner White, 6500 East 14 Mile Road, Warren, MI, United States
Join Gardner White and Michigan Humane for Pet Photos with Santa! Bring the family and capture the holiday magic at this dog-friendly event!
• Free holiday treats for dogs and families
• Experience pet and family-friendly fabrics
• Giveaways & more

Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2023-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
From silly to scary, the 10th annual Grand Circus Dog Park Halloween Costume Party is certain to be a howling good time. Join us on Oct. 28 at Grand Circus Park from 2-4 PM. Owners are encouraged to dress their pets to impress for a chance to win a prize in one of these categories: Best Costume, Scariest Costume, Most Creative Costume, and the Best Pet & Parent combination. The annual event will also feature Halloween Themed games and gifts for dogs as well as treats for their parents and DJ spinning tracks.
All of this year’s Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply who will be on-site with giveaways, treats, and prizes for our contest winners.

TAILgate Pawty Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2023-09-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
Which teams are you rooting for this season? Let Detroit know and show off your pet in your favorite team colors or jerseys for prizes and fun at Grand Circus Park on Sep. 23 from 2-4 PM for a “TAILgate Pawty” courtesy of the DDP. The event will feature Sports games for pets and dog parents, Hot Dogs for Humans, Bacon Treats for the Dogs, and a live DJ.
All of this year’s Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply who will be on-site with giveaways, treats, and prizes for our contest winners.
Other dog park events coming up include:
October 28 – Howl-o-ween

Bark in the Park
2023-09-13 18:40 - 21:40 | Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Ready to go to the ballpark with your favorite pup? Because Bark in the Park is back! Join us and the Detroit Tigers on September 13 @ 6:40 p.m.
To learn more about the event, visit https://www.mlb.com/tigers.

Meet Your Best Friend at the Shelter
2023-09-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Berman Center for Animal Care, 900 N Newburgh Rd, Westland, MI, 48185, United States
We are excited to once again partner with the Mike Morse Law Firm to host Meet Your Best Friend at the Shelter! On Saturday, September 9th from 10 am-1 pm, over 150 animals will be available for adoption at our Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland. Alongside us will be 4 other rescue organizations with adoptable animals looking for their forever homes: No Dogs Left Behind, Good Karma Puppy Rescue, Detroit Animal Care and Control (DACC) and Midwest Small Breed. Get ready to find your new best friend!

Bark in the Park
2023-08-29 19:10 - 22:10 | Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Ready to go to the ballpark with your favorite pup? Because Bark in the Park is back! Join us and the Detroit Tigers on August 29 @ 7:10 p.m.
To learn more about the event, visit https://www.mlb.com/tigers.

My Dog’s Got Talent Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2023-08-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
Yep, that’s right it’s a talent show for your favorite pooch! Join us, Saturday, Aug 26 from 2 – 4 PM to celebrate and recognize everyone’s favorite furry friend’s talents and tricks. The My Dog’s Got Talent event at Grand Circus Park will feature prizes and treats for all participating pets.
All of this year’s Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply who will be on site with giveaways, treats and prizes for our contest winners.
Other dog park events coming up include:
September 23 – Tail Gate Pawty
October 28 – Howl-o-ween

Marygrove Vaccine Clinic
2023-08-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Marygrove Conservancy, 8425 McNicholas Rd, Detroit, MI, 48221, United States
Join us at the Marygrove Conservancy for the OneHealth Vaccine Clinic. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on August 12 at 8425 McNichols Rd, bring your pet to get them up-to-date on their DHLPP and rabies vaccines and get them microchipped. All clinics are first come, first served. Please bring your pet’s records. A suggested fee of $25 or pay what you can.
After the clinic, join Marygrove Conservancy as they showcase community programs, organizations, and businesses. There will be information, campus tours, entertainment, giveaways, food, fun, games, and more! RSVP for this free event here.

Bones and Cones Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2023-07-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
What’s better on a hot July day than a Doggy Ice Cream Social! Join us, Saturday, July 22 from 2 – 4 PM to celebrate National Ice Cream Month. The Bones and Cones event at Grand Circus Park will feature frozen treats & ice cream cups for pets as well as their parents, games & gifts for the dogs, and a DJ performing live.
All of this year’s Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply who will be on site with giveaways, treats and prizes for our contest winners.
Other dog park events coming up include:
August 26 – My Dog’s Got Talent
September 23 – Tail Gate Pawty
October 28 – Howl-o-ween

Dancin’ With The Dogs Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2023-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
Where’s the paw-ty at? Grand Circus Dog Park, of course! Join us on Saturday, June 24 from 2-4 pm for the Grand Circus Park Dancin’ With The Dogs event. Guaranteed to be a DOGgone good time, furry friends should come dressed in their fanciest dresses, bow ties & tails to partake in our dog prom. Each pup will have the chance to walk our red carpet and compete to win Prom Queen & King, Princess & Prince or Duchess & Duke. There will also be a DJ onsite providing music and entertainment throughout the entire event.
All of this year’s Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply who will be on site with giveaways, treats and prizes for our contest winners.
Other dog park events coming up include:
July 22 – Bones and Cones
August 26 – My Dog’s Got Talent
September 23 – Tail Gate Pawty
October 28 – Howl-o-ween

Michigan Humane’s 35th Annual Mutt March
2023-06-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Point Shores, MI, 48236, United States
Save the Date for Michigan Humane’s 35th Annual Mutt March and fundraise to build a more humane community.

Michigan Humane’s 35th Annual Mutt March, will once again take place at the picturesque Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores on Saturday, June 3. Enjoy an amazing day with the whole family – two and four-legged family members alike!
Through Michigan Humane’s 35th Annual Mutt March fundraising walk, we unite to celebrate the incredible bond between animals and humans and to raise critical funds to improve and save lives through compassionate care, community engagement, and advocacy for animals. Join Michigan Humane and fellow supporters as we join forces to build a more humane community.
Registration is completely free! Each fundraiser that raises or donates $50 or more will be rewarded with a limited-edition Mutt March t-shirt and bandana for their canine companion.
The 35th Annual Mutt March Will Feature:

Adoptable Dogs
Costume Competition
Photo Opps
Games
Yoga
Food Trucks
Music
Prizes
Scenic Walk on the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House Grounds

Share your Mutt March photos on social media using #MiMuttMarch!

Register Now!

Bark in the Park
2023-05-30 18:40 - 21:10 | Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Ready to go to the ballpark with your favorite pup? Because Bark in the Park is back! Join us and the Detroit Tigers on May 30 @ 6:40 p.m.
To learn more about the event, visit https://www.mlb.com/tigers.

Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm
2023-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Mike Morse Law Firm, 24901 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI, 48075, United States
Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm returns for its third year thanks to our official adoption partner, Mike Morse Law Firm. Adoptable pets from rescue centers throughout the state include Michigan Humane, Midwest Small Breed, No Dogs Left Behind, Good Karma Puppy Rescue, Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit, Bottle Babies Rescue, DACC, Boxer Haven Rescue, Saving Cats & Kittens and Michigan Anti Cruelty Society. (For safety reasons, potential adopters are asked to leave their current pets at home. Adoption fees and policies vary by participating groups.)

Michigan Humane Kitten Shower 2023 (Part 2)
2023-05-17 18:00 | Michigan
Join us on Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m. for Part 2 of our Michigan Humane Kitten Shower 2023. Learn about fostering bottle and nursing kittens from our Veterinary Programs Director and Director of Facility Medicine, Clarissa Funke, DVM.
During kitten season, hundreds of homeless kittens overwhelm our shelters as the weather warms up. Litters of neonatal kittens can’t survive without the care of our medical staff and foster parents. Thanks to your support, these kittens will get a chance to have a wonderful life with a new family when they’re adopted!
Join us for the 2023 Michigan Humane Kitten Shower to learn more about kitten season and how you can change lives. Discover the rewarding world of fostering and all the ways you can get involved with Michigan Humane’s efforts to save kittens.
Come back here on Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m. ET to watch the 2023 Michigan Humane Kitten Shower live stream on YouTube.

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Can’t attend the Kitten Shower? You can still donate to support the critical care for these kittens or buy one of the products on our shower registry.
2023 Kitten Shower Registry

2022 Kitten Fosters

Kittens Fostered

Under 8 Weeks

Young Bottle Babies

Thank you 2023 Kitten Shower sponsors!

Michigan Humane Kitten Shower 2023 (Part 1)
2023-05-10 18:00 | Michigan
Join us on Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. for Part 1 of our Michigan Humane Kitten Shower 2023. Learn about fostering graduate and Gerber kittens from our Veterinary Programs Director and Director of Facility Medicine, Clarissa Funke, DVM.
During kitten season, hundreds of homeless kittens overwhelm our shelters as the weather warms up. Litters of neonatal kittens can’t survive without the care of our medical staff and foster parents. Thanks to your support, these kittens will get a chance to have a wonderful life with a new family when they’re adopted!
Join us for the 2023 Michigan Humane Kitten Shower to learn more about kitten season and how you can change lives. Discover the rewarding world of fostering, hear from one of our current Michigan Humane fosters, and meet Sea, an adorable kitten in foster who will be available for adoption very soon.
Come back here on Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. ET to watch the 2023 Michigan Humane Kitten Shower live stream on YouTube. Make sure to tune in for Part 2 of the Kitten Shower on Wednesday, May 17 at 6 p.m.

Watch Now

Can’t attend the Kitten Shower? You can still donate to support the critical care for these kittens or buy one of the products on our shower registry.
2023 Kitten Shower Registry

2022 Kitten Fosters

Kittens Fostered

Under 8 Weeks

Young Bottle Babies

Thank you 2023 Kitten Shower sponsors!

2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon In Partnership With Purina
2023-02-09 | Michigan
The 2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon, in partnership with Purina, kicks off Thursday, February 9 starting at 6 a.m. Tune in to Fox 2, WDIV Local 4 and WXYZ Channel 7 to watch inspiring stories of animal rescues in our communities! Your support is what makes these rescues possible. Donate to the 2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon to help change lives.

2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon In Partnership With Purina
2023-02-09 | Michigan
The 2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon, in partnership with Purina, kicks off Thursday, February 9 starting at 6 a.m. Tune in to Fox 2, WDIV Local 4 and WXYZ Channel 7 to watch inspiring stories of animal rescues in our communities!
Your support is what makes these rescues possible. Donate to the 2023 Michigan Humane Day of Giving Telethon to help change lives.

Our Day Of Giving Sponsors

Giving Tuesday
2022-11-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Campus Martius, 800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Join us on Giving Tuesday, Tuesday, November 29, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Campus Martius for an evening of fun and learning how you can give back to your community. Ring in the holiday season with us and get a holiday family photo taken, and learn how you can help animals in Metro-Detroit.
This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of home. Make a monetary donation or donate an item from our Wishlist and help change the lives of animals and families. And when you donate on Tuesday, November 29, your donation will go 2x as far, thanks to our friends at Sellers Subaru.

33rd Annual Purrfect Bow Wow Brunch
2022-10-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Eastern Market, 2934 Russell Street, Detroit, MI, 48207, United States
Join us on Sunday, October 9, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the 33rd Annual Purrfect Bow Wow Brunch, in partnership with Sellers Subaru!
Early bird tickets go on sale Monday, August 1 at 10 a.m. To purchase tickets, click here.
Enjoy our opening President’s Reception, new runway program experience, exclusive live and silent auction items, and a curated multi-course brunch from Forté Belanger.
To learn more and purchase tickets, visit michiganhumane.org/brunch.
Sponsorship opportunities available now by clicking HERE! Interested in learning more? Please contact Deb Scola at dscola@michiganhumane.org.

Bark in the Park
2022-09-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Comerican Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Ready to go to the ballpark with your favorite pup? Because Bark in the Park is back again! Join us and the Detroit Tigers on September 27 @ 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
To learn more about the event and purchase your tickets, visit https://www.mlb.com/tigers/tickets/specials/events/social/bark.

Bark in the Park
2022-09-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Comerican Park, 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48201
Ready to go to the ballpark with your favorite pup? Because Bark in the Park is back again! Join us and the Detroit Tigers on September 12 @ 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

To learn more about the event and purchase your tickets, visit https://www.mlb.com/tigers/tickets/specials/events/social/bark.

Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm
2022-09-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Mike Morse Law Firm, 24901 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI, 48075, United States
Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm is back! Join us and our friends, at the Mike Morse Law Firm, on Saturday, September 10, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and meet your new best friend. Over 150 animals will be available for adoption from Michigan Humane and local animal shelters and rescues around Michigan. There will also be several Pet Partners attending the event; including Fetch by the Dodo Pet Insurance, Michigan State Police Pet Preparedness Program, Premier Pet Supply, Swaggles and Team Suzy. Save the date and don’t miss out on your chance to meet your new best friend. The animal shelters and rescues attending the Meet Your Best Friend at the Law Firm event are:

No Dog Left Behind
Midwest Small Breed
Good Karma Puppy Rescue
Canine Companions Care + Rescue
Boxer Haven Rescue
Friends for Animals
Saving Cats & Kittens
Willow Haven Animal Sanctuary
DACC

Michigan Humane’s Dodge Demon Auction
2022-08-29 00:00 - 2022-09-05 13:05 | Michigan
Don’t miss your one and only chance to bring home this one-of-a-kind Dodge Demon!
The winning bidder will take home a 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon with all benefits going toward Michigan Humane’s life-changing programs and services. Hosted on Bring a Trailer, your bid will support Building a More Humane Community for people and pets. Presented by Michigan Humane, featured at M1 Concourse on August 19th for the Woodward Dream Show, in partnership with Finishing Touch Auto Spa and Bring a Trailer.
With signatures under the hood from Top Designers at Dodge, factory mileage, professional ceramic coating, and full-body detail, you’ll dominate the streets in your life-changing Demon, delivering a thrilling 2.3s 0-60mph
To place your bid on Bring a Trailer, click here.

2022 Michigan Humane Mutt March in Partnership With Kroger
2022-06-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI, 48236, United States
Join Michigan Humane’s 2022 Mutt March to fundraise for a more humane community.
Back by popular demand! Michigan Humane’s Mutt March, in partnership with Kroger, returns to the picturesque Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores on Saturday, June 4. Enjoy an amazing day with the whole family – two and four-legged family members alike!
Through Michigan Humane’s annual Mutt March fundraising walk, we unite to celebrate the incredible bond between animals and humans and to raise critical funds to improve and save lives through compassionate care, community engagement and advocacy for animals.
Registration is completely free! Each fundraiser that raises or donates $50 or more will be rewarded with a limited edition Mutt March t-shirt and bandana for their canine companion.

First time ever – adoptable dogs!
Costume contest
Scavenger hunt
Photobooth
Games
Food trucks
Complimentary ice cream
Music
Scenic walk with views of the renovated Ford House grounds
Additional prizes and plenty more!

Join us and cross the finish line in good company, fun fashion, and with your team and/or animal companion by your side for added fun!

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SOLD OUT 2022 Michigan Humane Fur Ball Presented By US-Mattress
2022-05-20 18:30 - 22:00 | Michigan Humane Livingston County, 2464 Dorr Rd, Howell, MI, 48843, United States
Join Michigan Humane and US-Mattress for a special evening in Livingston County!
Fur Ball tickets are sold out. Thanks for your support!

Michigan Humane OneHealth Pet Vaccination Clinic May 2022
2022-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Detroit International Academy for Young Women, 5161 Charles Street, Detroit, MI, 48212, United States
Summer brings increases in diseases that can affect your dog, and treatment is much more costly than prevention. Diseases like heartworm, parvovirus and rabies can be DEADLY and PREVENTABLE. Vaccines are the only way to protect your dog, but they need to be updated regularly. This event is your chance to get that protection at a cost affordable to you.
Cost: Pay what you can
No appointment needed. First come, first served. Dogs only. Please bring your dog’s records to the event if available.
(DHLPP, Rabies, Microchips, Flea Preventative, Heartworm Test, Heartworm Preventative and Nail Trimming will be provided.)
