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Tips on traveling with and boarding your pet

While families gather around the table for Thanksgiving dinner, it might be tempting to sneak your furry friends some snacks. However, it might not be the best idea when it comes to their health.

It’s National Pet Diabetes Month

Take steps to keeping your pet healthy

Don't go overboard with the costumes

Michigan Humane has multiple dogs up for adoption

Check these items off your list

Celebrate National “Happy Cat” month the “purrr-fect” way

Celebrating our feline friends for International Cat Day

Horses, and pigs, and goats, oh my!

Here are some tips to help make the trip more enjoyable for both you and your pet

Learn how to prevent heartworm from Michigan Humane

Here are steps to take to make sure your pets get home

The Michigan Humane Society announced on Tuesday it will move its administrative offices to the Chroma building -- which is adding two new floors of co-working space.

A loving pet needs a home

Plus, Porterhouse needs a fur-ever home

Also, meet tiny kitten, Bongo

Also, meet the lovable pup, Logan.

Kittens are indeed adorable and keeping them happy and healthy is important. Lish Dorset from Michigan Humane joined Tati Amare and AJ Williams on “Live in the D” to share ways to keep your feline friends in tip top shape. Dorset said that a key to keeping your pet healthy is to make a veterinary appointment once or twice a year.

Helping those in the community is a great deed. Even though Christmas is months away, the season of giving is always here. Matt Pepper, CEO of the Michigan Humane joined Tati Amare on “Live in the D” to share ways that people could help donate to the organization during the Michigan Humane Day of Giving.

Changing a pet’s life for the better can be rewarding. In celebration of National Change A Pet’s Llife Day, Anna Chrisman from Michigan Humane joined Michelle Oliver on Live In The D and shared some great ways to be a positive force in the lives of pets in our community . She said, even if you’re not ready to adopt a pet, there are several ways to improve their lives:

Michigan 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.

Bringing 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.

Michigan Humane shares ideas for our furry friends in the new year.

Don’t forget your furry family members this season.

Many families will be traveling over the holidays and taking their pets with them for the adventures. If you’re going to be out and about with your furry friend, there are some things you can do to make it safer and more enjoyable for them.

Michigan Humane discusses a special program and shows off a new cute pet in need of a home.

Michigan Humane talks about their program to help heroes connect with furry friends.

Michigan Humane shares ways to show your support.

A Detroit man accused of torturing a small dog as part of ongoing abuse and harassment of his ex-girlfriend is facing several charges.

When people talk about diabetes, they often think of children and adults, but you may want to dig a little deeper. Devan Bianco from Michigan Humane joined Jason Carr on “Live in the D” to explain the symptoms of diabetes commonly found in animals.

Humane Michigan gives advice for a spooky-free Halloween for furry friends.

Michigan Humane explains why you shouldn't limit your furry friend choices to puppies and kittens.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is partnering with Michigan Humane to investigate and prosecute cases of animal abuse.

With the weather getting colder, various critters are looking for a safe, warm place to call home for the winter. Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane joined Jason Carr on “Live in the D” to share pointers on how to make your house not so inviting to wildlife.

You never know when an emergency may strike such as a flood or other disaster so you should be prepared in case you have to evacuate, and that includes preparing to evacuate your pets.

Michigan Humane shares car safety tips for furry friends.

A happy cat is a healthy cat

They’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.

Families are gearing up for Labor Day weekend festivities, and these events should include your pets.

When 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.

People love to pamper their pets, and tomorrow is the big day since it is National Spoil Your Dog Day!

This is the time of year when many people relocate to a new house in order to settle in before the start of the school year. It is not only stressful for humans, but it is also stressful for pets.

Treats are delicious to your pets, but they can also be a valuable tool when it comes to training your furry friends.

When people think about getting a new pet, they often think of puppies and kittens. However, there are many benefits to getting an older pet.

Think 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.

A compiled a list of a few adoptable dogs (randomly picked to be featured) from different establishments around Metro Detroit as well as some information about each location.

It’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.

With school getting out and having the family home more, this is a great time to consider adopting a pet.

If you don’t have plans to head to Belle Isle for the Detroit Grand Prix this weekend there are plenty of other things happening around the D this weekend.

June is National Foster a Pet Month.

With the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, many people will be throwing barbecues, spending time on the lakes, or camping. Those who have furry friends may want to include them, as well.

People 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.

Michigan Humane shares how pets help with your mental well-being.

Kids are often the reason a family will adopt a pet, and they often provide great companionship, love -- and it's a great learning experience.

Michigan Humane shares some tips and tricks to keep your pet safe

With the warmer weather arriving, everybody’s going to be outside more, including your pets.

Thursday is St. Patrick’s Day and there is a special week-long event already underway to celebrate for folks looking to adopt a pet.

Just like their owners, pets need to visit the doctor every once in a while. However, many people tend to forget about yearly checkups for their pet.

Spay or neutering your pet not only helps with animal population, but also their health.

Taking on an older pet is not as daunting as people may think.

While shelter animals wait to find their forever home, they are in need of some help -- with food, shelter and medical care.

The annual Michigan Humane “Day of Giving” telethon kicks off this Thursday.

Here are some things you can do to protect your pet's dental health!

A lot of people want to help homeless pets, but aren’t in the position to adopt them and give them a forever home.

Discover ways you can teach your dog behavioral, or just for fun, tricks.January is National Train Your Dog Month, and if you follow the old adage “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” you might be down the wrong path.

Anna Chrisman from Michigan Humane shares advice for pet parents this winter.

Check out these ideas to help your pet have a happy and healthy new year.

Puppy scams are on the rise in Michigan.

The holidays are an exciting time for families, including your pets! To make this time of year more enjoyable for everyone, you’ll want to keep your furry friends protected from some holiday hazards they could encounter.

More people are traveling again, especially over the holidays, and they are bringing their pets along, too.

While you may be tempted to treat your pets to the turkey, and sides you are enjoying, they should really be treated to something completely different. We spoke to Anna Chrisman, with Michigan Humane, who has 4 ways to help make the holiday safe and enjoyable for your furry friends.

Adopting a pet into your family is always special, and how you care for your animal will change as it grows older.

Pizza night is special for the family, and now, it can be special for your pets, too.

This is for dogs and cats who may have been in the shelter for a longer time, have medical conditions, need ongoing behavior support, or are senior pets.

This is for dogs and cats who may have been in the shelter for a longer time, have medical conditions, need ongoing behavior support, or are senior pets.

You might have heard the term that dogs are a man’s best friend, but there is a lot more to that than you may realize.

Michigan Humane is looking for volunteers to help its mission.

This Friday marks the start of October, which also means it kicks off National Pizza Month.

Wednesday marks the first day of fall, and the autumn weather is rolling in this week.

Michigan Humane is trying to help animals of all kinds get adopted.

Hundreds of families left Sunday with a new family member.

The Michigan Humane Society is gathering its best trained and experienced team members to send them to New Orleans and help with a response to Hurricane Ida.

Pet owners can take steps to help their furry friends adjust to changes in the family's routine.

Michigan Humane is holding its annual Mutt March.

There are quite a few ways to find your pet if they ever get lost, using devices such as collar tags, microchips and more.

There’s nothing like the joy of bringing a new furry friend into the family, and now there’s a week-long event to help you find your perfect match.

Going to a game at an outdoor stadium is always fun. One exciting experience is watching a Detroit City Football Club game in Hamtramck.

The search is on for the cutest pet! Michigan Humane will pick the cutest pet from its 2021 Pet Photo Contest.

Mutt March is back and in person this year for you and your pet to enjoy together.

The storms Sunday night into Monday morning were a noisy reminder that the summer season can bring on an emergency with little warning. You want to have a plan for your family... and that includes your pets.

Through a series of six flights, hundreds of at-risk pets will be saved through the Flying to Forever Homes program.

As we slowly work our way into the hot months of the year, it’s a time when it’s so important to be aware of our pets, as the heat can be very harsh on our furry friends.

Michigan Humane is hosting its “Fur-tual” spring auction. The auction benefits animals and includes collectibles, memorabilia and household goods.

Michigan Human is partnering with the Ruth Ellis Center in Detroit to support both the LGBTQ community, as well as animals that are in need of finding a forever home -- all at the same time.

Ready for summer? The heat will be ramping up before you know it

No two shelter pets are alike, and now, Michigan Humane has a great way for you to celebrate that -- while helping animals in need.

This Friday Is “National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day,” and if you or someone you know is thinking about adopting a new, furry friend, Michigan Humane wants to help.

This week marks National Volunteer Appreciation Week, so it’s a great time to say thanks to all the volunteers, including those at Michigan Humane.

If you aren’t already digging around in your garden, you might be soon.