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 Blog Editor | Nov 28, 2023 | Advocacy
Legally, animals are property. However, unlike other types of property, animals are living creatures that are deserving of and receive special legal protection under Michigan’s anti-cruelty and anti-neglect statutes. When animals are subjected to cruel or neglectful... 
by Michigan Humane | Oct 31, 2023 | Behavior, Cats, dogs, Safety
Holidays are a wonderful time to gather with friends and family, eat delicious food, laugh, and make memories. This can be an unusual time for our pets, however, due to the increased activity in the home. Dogs and cats that are typically social with... 
by Blog Editor | Oct 11, 2023 | Advocacy, Behavior, dogs, News, Pets, Safety
On October 10, the Grosse Pointe Shores City Council held a special meeting to discuss Ordinance 279, commonly referred to as their pit bull ban. In a 4-3 vote, they amended the ordinance, replaced it with ordinance 280, and removed any reference to breed-specific... 
by Blog Editor | Oct 3, 2023 | Advocacy, Cats, dogs, News, Pets
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many people were working from home and there was a surge in pet adoptions, virtual veterinary appointments were a convenient and safe option. Often referred to as “telehealth” or “telemedicine,” virtual veterinary care...