Dog park with a full bar is opening second location this weekend in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Dog park with a full bar is opening second location this weekend in Metro DetroitBarkside is opening its second dog park and bar in Southfield, offering a venue where dogs and their owners can socialize in a climate-controlled indoor space with a full bar.
Meet Your Best Friend event brings pets and families together in Michigan
Read full article: Meet Your Best Friend event brings pets and families together in MichiganAny animal lovers who have been waiting to add to their family might want to become a part of the 3rd Annual Meet Your Best Friend at the Shelter event at the Humane’s Berman Center for Animal Care.
Feline leukemia awareness grows as Michigan Humane highlights adoptable cats with condition
Read full article: Feline leukemia awareness grows as Michigan Humane highlights adoptable cats with conditionFeline leukemia is a condition more cat lovers are starting to learn about, especially those considering adoption.
Dozens of pets find forever homes at ‘Meet Your Best Friend at the Firm’ event in Southfield
Read full article: Dozens of pets find forever homes at ‘Meet Your Best Friend at the Firm’ event in SouthfieldDozens of pets found their forever homes Saturday in an unlikely place where potential adopters lined up early for a chance to meet their new best friend.
Want to work with animals? Check out these mentorship programs
Read full article: Want to work with animals? Check out these mentorship programsMichigan Humane has programs to mentor the next generation of veterinary and animal welfare professionals. We spoke to Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane to learn more.
4 Tips on how to train your pet
Read full article: 4 Tips on how to train your petBringing a new pet into your home can involve some adjustments, not only for you but also for your new furry friend. Luckily, you can teach them the new house rules with some simple training. We spoke with Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane to get her advice on how to train your new pet.
Here’s why you shouldn’t give someone a betta fish as a gift this holiday season
Read full article: Here’s why you shouldn’t give someone a betta fish as a gift this holiday seasonBetta fish are known for their beautiful fins and are a common household pet, but they make terrible gifts for someone who is unprepared to care for them.
All 4 Pets ‘Put Your Pet in a Promo’ Contest
Read full article: All 4 Pets ‘Put Your Pet in a Promo’ ContestYour pet could be Local 4′s next Spokespet! Do you think your animal friend could join the likes of Nemo or Alfred and Dexter? If so, enter our “Put your pet in a promo” contest below, starting Thursday, Sept. 15th at 8 p.m.!
Meet your new best friend with four paws at this event
Read full article: Meet your new best friend with four paws at this eventThey’re cuddly, they’re sweet, and they might just become your best friends. Hundreds of cute animals in need of forever homes will be at a huge event this weekend, and you get the chance to meet them all. The Michigan Humane “Meet Your New Best Friend at the Law Firm Adoption Event” is Saturday September 10th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Things to consider when taking your cat to the vet
Read full article: Things to consider when taking your cat to the vetWhen it comes to pets, a lot of people may think that cats can take care of themselves. But your cats need the same love and care as your dogs, which means taking them to the vet regularly.
5 pointers to help you get amazing pet portraits
Read full article: 5 pointers to help you get amazing pet portraitsThink your pet is charming, lovely, or just plain funny, and want to show it off to everyone? This is your opportunity. Michigan Humane is launching its pet photo contest for its new calendar.
How to keep your pets safe during hot weather
Read full article: How to keep your pets safe during hot weatherIt’s going to be a scorcher this week, with temperatures potentially breaking records. Although that’s tough on everyone, it’s especially trying on pets, who have a fur coat they can’t completely shed. Imagine what it’s like for them.
Here’s one way to ensure your missing pet returns home
Read full article: Here’s one way to ensure your missing pet returns homePeople take their pets almost wherever they go, including to outdoor events, camping, and road trips. When your pets are in unusual surroundings, they may become disoriented and could get lost.
Detroit residents can register to have their dogs spayed or neutered for free during 3-day event
Read full article: Detroit residents can register to have their dogs spayed or neutered for free during 3-day eventA free spay and neuter clinic is going to be held in Detroit next week and aims to sterilize 120 dogs. There are limited spots available.
Are you safely handling your pet’s food and dishes? Study finds most people at risk for illness
Read full article: Are you safely handling your pet’s food and dishes? Study finds most people at risk for illnessA new study found that most dog owners in the United States do not know how to safely handle pet food and dishes, putting them at an increased risk of foodborne illness.
Detroit Animal Care waiving all adoption fees for Opening Day weekend
Read full article: Detroit Animal Care waiving all adoption fees for Opening Day weekendTo celebrate the Detroit Tigers’ home opener this weekend, Detroit Animal Care and Control is waiving all adoption fees for adoptable pets through Monday.