Pet Stories - Links From the Internet

AUGUST 2010

PetPac - Protecting the Rights of Pets and Owners

Great Ad for Dog Treats

Power to the People - Oreo's Law

Disabled man banned after service dog poops in store

Military dog comes home from Iraq traumatized

Man charged with dragging dog in Eaton Rapids

Getting Another Dog - Local Article

JULY 2010

Ways to engage your dog indoors

Firefighters dismantle police car to rescue kitten

Breed Rescuers Stepping Up

Dogs battle to see who can leap farthest - Ultimate Air Dogs at the Cherry Festival

Keeping a pet when you're in crisis

How to make your own cat toys

The Great Beagle Escape - out of the lab - 120 beagles feel freedom for the first time

Thirteen foods that can kill your pet

JUNE 2010

Kalkaska Trying to Raise Funds for New Animal Shelter

With respect to animals - don't use "euthanasia"

HSUS Defends Wilkes County Massacre

Sad: Best Friends Doesn't Support Oreo's Law - and it doesn't pass. What's up?

Pet Supplies “Plus” pet stores take ‘Puppy Friendly’ pledge

Wacky Pet Names

Feds Trying to Destroy Exotic Pet Industry

From Rescue to Service Dog

Gulf Oil Spill - Saving Those They Can

Pennies from Heaven

MAY 2010

Leading up to the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina on August 29, Best Friends reflects on the disaster and how it has changed forever the world of animal welfare

Delta Society - Animals Helping People

Rescue Facility in Tennessee Washes Away Due to Flood

APRIL 2010

BROWNSTOWN TWP: Animal shelter to close; dogs, cats to be sent elsewhere

Supreme Court voids law aimed at banning animal cruelty videos

Cat organizers

Once-Doomed Dog Runs for Governor of Texas

City of Manistee to step up Animal Control Enforcement

Marines give breakfast to stray puppy

Horses never forget human friends

First blood test to detect cancer in dogs

What to Keep in Your Dog or Cat First Aid Kit

Eleven Michigan Animal Shelters Receive Funds from Tax Donations

Trapped dog found safe after family loses home to storm

Former Michael Vick Dog Receives Community Service Award

Shocking case of neglect to 3 yr-old German Shepherd named Courage, who is now fighting for his life

Stop Class B Dealers from Selling Animals for Research

Dog owners get activities, quality time with pets at camp

Charity Navigator Downgrades HSUS Ratings

The future for animal shelters may not be so bleak

Reno leads the pack

Ex-Puppy Mill Shop Manager Heeds Sheltering Call

For the Battle-Scarred, Comfort at Leash’s End

Best Friends Statement on Hinckley Shelter

Top 10 Dog Toys

What to do if your dog gets loose

Florida Animal Lover and Vet Rescue Tangled Kittens

US court rules disabled veteran can't get extra food stamps for his service dog

What to do if your cat is not using the litter box

MARCH 2010

Seer Farms keeps pets temporarily for owners in crisis

Pair of dogs adopted from Best Friends following Hurricane Katrina experience a second life-saving rescue after Haiti earthquake

Owner of malnourished dogs found in Flint Home charged with animal cruelty

A Quality of Life Issues for Shelters

More Restrictions on Flea/Tick Products Considered

New Group Formed to Help Horse Owners in Northern Lower Michigan

The Mutt Census

Gracie the Dog Helps Paralyzed Owner Escape Fire

NASCAR driver plans no kill shelter

Pet Speed Dating in MO

Kent County Humane: We salute your solution

'Life of Riley' Wandering cat, owner reunited

Car-Jacker Foiled by Ex-Fighting Pit Bull

Dog chews up police car - ends up in doggie jail

10 reasons to love a mutt

Could ruling lead to hunters shooting cats in New Jersey?

ASPCA President Edwin J. Sayres is fighting legislation that would make it illegal for shelters to kill animals a qualified non-profit organization is willing to save

Kitty Cam at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

No kill shelter opens in Kalamazoo County

Local firm offers fitting tribute to fallen pets

Chicago shelter employs array of approaches to spare dogs

California Shelter Adopts Dog Out Because Family Couldn't Pay

FEBRUARY 2010

Detroit Kennel Club seeks votes in drive to name a state pooch

Monster Dog Pull Video (Traverse City's Winter Wonderfest)

Animal Rescue Video - set to Phil Collins song

Arrest expected in dog shooting

Dog Shot, Killed In Manistee County

Dog Killed Just Outside Family's Home

Crawford County Avalanche - Previous story on the pit bulls in Grayling

UK bomb-sniffing dog honored with military medal

Therapy Pets Bring Joy To Harbor Springs Medical Care Facility

Abandoned/foreclosed Pets - What to Do

7 Tips for Doggie Dental Care (Cesar Millan website)

Dogs help provide support in courtrooms

Interview with Becky VandeKerkhof of Got Paws?

Is theft of woman's pit bull a trend? (Lansing Story)

Subaru Dog approved ads (The one where they buy dogfood at the pet shop is hysterical)

Tell the USDA: Dogs are in danger

Michigan's Sadie wins Westminster Dog Show

Feeling guilty about your purebred dog?

10 ways to help animals in need

Police Defend Shooting "Aggressive" Dog; Owners Want Answers

In Bed with Monsters

Feral Cats Need Care in Blizzards Too

Errand of Mercy

Feral cats spared death; new home is Indiana farm

JANUARY 2010

Fate of dogs uncertain: barking may be considered euthanasia worthy offense

Dog Rescued from Baltic Sea Finds Home on Polish Rescue Ship

Death Sentence Loom for Dogs in Fighting Case

Do animals need laws protecting them from shelters?

Croatian canine expert sets up in Michigan

Holland Township couple's dog rescue service denied permit to operate from home

Pet owners struggle in down economy (Traverse City story)

A new way for a cat to drink water - with musical accompaniment

Man kills 2 dogs after chickens are attacked

Kalkaska Co. Sheriff Gets New K-9 Unit

DECEMBER 2009

Pets in church gives new meaning to 'dogma'

State gets three new sled-dog race events

Victim afraid to let new dog outside

Dog killed by wolves

Dog freezes to ground in Hancock

Two-legged dog gives hope to disabled Army vets


NOVEMBER 2009

Organizers hope the Traverse City community steps up and helps convince city leaders to create a dog park

Soldiers clear land for future animal shelter

Pets vs. pennies


Area Vet Clinic Hosts 'Neuter-a-Thon'

To many, Animal Medical Center simply is known as "the big blue farmhouse." It's been that way for 25 years. But on Tuesday the center on U.S. 31 just north of Chum's Corner became a "neuter-a-thon" site to benefit Cherryland Humane Society pets awaiting homes -- and their potential adopters. Read more about the story here.


Animal Hospital Expands to 24 Hour Emergency Care

At a time when it's becoming common hearing about businesses closing down or reducing staff...a local veterinary hospital is actually expanding. East Bay Animal Hospital in Grand Traverse County is opening a 24 hour emergency clinic and it's the first of its kind in the area. Read more about the story here.


Supporters look to secure shelter millage renewal (yes, it passed)

H1N1 Flu Confirmed in Iowa Cat

PetSmart is voluntarily recalling two Dentley’s Beef Hoof products for potential salmonella contamination

Three men and dog rescued from freezing waters (video)

OCTOBER 2009

Pizzeria Decorates Pumpkins For Charity

Crawford County Dogs Get Another Chance At Life

Woman's 7-foot-long dog could be record holder

Lost Dog Gathers Clues to Find its Family

Saving Emelie - Thanks to a small group of people, an abandoned cat named Emelie and her newborn kittens are out of harm’s way

SEPTEMBER 2009

Muskegon Heights man gets prison for tossing cat into trash

Horse Sanctuary Facing Foreclosure (White Lake, MI)

Pet-food industry enjoys strong sales in weak economy

Local firm offers fitting tribute to fallen pets

BRIENNA'S BIRTHDAY BRINGS LOTS OF GIFTS FOR THE DOGS AND CATS AT THE AUSABLE VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER!

A Paw and a Prayer

What if you Could Raise Money to Help Animals by Doing Something You Do Every Day - Searching the Initernet or Shopping Online?

Amazon.com Has a Dog Forum

Journey to Safety - Rescue Effort Saves More Than 150 Puppy Mill Dogs

Chrysler Does the Right Thing for Feral Cats

What's a Meow Mean?

AUGUST 2009

Mt. Clemens, Michigan City Council Adopts Breed Discriminatory Ordinance

Best Friends Animal Society Calls on Armed Forces to Overturn Breed-Specific Bans on Military Bases

What to Do if Your Pet is Poisoned

Humane Society University

Sheriff Joe Arpaio's Animal Protection Shelter and click here for his website

Pets May Not Be So Happy under 'Happy Act'

Dearborn officials rescue 25 cats, dog from house

Northport 'goes to the dogs'

JULY 2009

Dog shooter given jail term

Pet rescue needs help

100 rescued Chihuahuas

More than 90 doges removed from home

Paws up: All-pet airline hits skies

Cats Do Control Humans, Study Finds

Jake's the 'brother' I always wanted

350 dogs seized in dogfighting raids in 5 states

JUNE 2009

Going on a Vacation with your Dog?

Cherry Festival's Ultimate Air Dog Competition

Dogs hound rabbit-raiser

Dog shooter pleads guilty

Missaukee Humane Society in Danger of Closing

Bureau of Land Management's Secret Meetings to Destroy Wild Horses

Growing danger: Toxic plants pose pet threat - Some common shrubs and plants can cause heart, liver and kidney failure

Bark Avenue Press Looking for “Top Dog” Designers of Pet Photo Books

Caregiver Helps Horses in Isabella County Animal Cruelty Case

Isabella County Man Accused of Animal Abuse

Questions still unanswered in dog's death

Pet Rehab

MAY 2009

Tiny Horse Trains as Guide Dog

Roscommon Undersheriff Describes Escape from Burning SUV; Saves K-9 Cop

APRIL 2009

Police seek tips in dog-killing probe

Songbirds dying in alarming numbers

Alarming Rise in Pet Abandonment in Northern Michigan

Family pet stolen from yard, burned, and killed

Owner Of Burned Poodle Opens Up On Her Horrific Ordeal

Donors reward shelter that rescued 50 Wis. dogs

Grand Traverse County Man Arrested for Killing Dog

MARCH 2009


Dog Found in Traverse City Recycling Bin

Couple charged with animal neglect, cruelty

Michigan Animal Control Officer Wins Victory for Animals

FEBRUARY 2009

Homeward Bound in Manistee Looking for Volunteers

Skijoring, kicksledding keep dogs fit

Trainer focuses on rescue dogs

Search Dogs Sniff Out Scents

JANUARY 2008

Young Musher

DECEMBER 2008

Northern People: Trainer 'whispers' to dogs

In the Company of Dogs: Some can't get enough canine companionship

4th Graders Recognized by Sheriff for Good Deed

Cheboygan Animal Shelter Looks to Expand

Humane Society Need (Food Pantry for Pets)

Pet Giving Tree at Banfield Pet Hospital

AUGUST 2008

Pet Owners Concerned About Possible Poisoning

Local Animal Shelter Needs Help

K-9 Training in Northern Michigan

A Seattle man takes his love of dogs on the road peddling thousands of miles with his four legged friend

Many area businesses welcome pets

Northern Michigan dogs tested positive for canine brucellosis

Feral cat over population problem

Sheriff's department gets K-9

JUNE 2008

Flood-displaced Livestock Stay With Michigan farmer

Animal Shelter Accidentally Euthanizes Wrong Dog

Unequivocally Equine: Horse Show Gears up for its Fifth Year

Dog Survives Getting Shot in Head

Bad Things Can Happen to Good People

The Healing Powers of Pets

MAY 2008

Northern People: Pet Lover's Dream Job

Newaygo County Man Charged For Beating His Dogs

Livingston County Passes Pit Bull Adoption Ban

Charlevoix Couple Charged With Animal Abandonment

Emerging Crisis: Shortage of Large Animal Vets

Exotic cat remains missing from sanctuary in Muskegon County

APRIL 2008

Charlevoix County Humane Society Sees Rise in Animal Neglect

Final Rule Set For Animal Feed

Man Accused of Beating Dogs Pleads No Contest

MSU Gives Free Eye Checks for Service Dogs

MARCH 2008

Isabella County Woman Sentenced for Cruelty to 70 Dogs

Pet Food Company Linked to Thousands of Pets' Deaths to Settle

Dogs Severely Beaten in Newaygo County Home

Equestrian Boutique Unique to Traverse City

Protecting Pets and Owners in Michigan

Four Horses Dead in Lake County

Little Traverse Bay Humane Society Boarding & Grooming Facility Open

Sponsor a Homeless Pet at The AuSable Valley Animal Shelter

Iraqi Dogs Come Home to Soldier's Family in Michigan

New Grooming Business Opens in Cheboygan

Dog Finds New Home in Harbor Springs After Vicioius Attack

Dog Joins Police Force in Ypislanti

Man Gets Probation in Cat Abandonment

How to Brush Your Dog's Teeth

Dogs Severely Beaten in Newaygo County Home

2 People Charged with Animal Abuse in Gladwin County

PetSafe Struggles for Funding

Several Animals Found Dead at Montcalm County Home

February 5, 2008
The Story of How Macomb County Animal Control is Failing Animals and Humans

February 8, 2008
Abandoned Dogs Found in Traverse City Home

February 4, 2008
Mackinac County Man Charged with Animal Cruelty

January 19, 2008
Sled Dog Racing

December 18, 2007
Raw Food for Pets a Rare Business Model

December 5, 2007
Pet Resort Caters to Unique Clientele

November 26, 2007
Family Rescues Ferrets

August 12, 2007
Horse Show by the Bay Kicks up Rave Reviews

August 9, 2007
Otsego County Votes in Favor of Millage for Animal Shelter

August 4, 2007
Charges in Animal Neglect Case

July 12, 2007
Manistee County Investigating Animal Cruelty Case

July 11, 2007
Animals Hit the Catwalk at Cherry Festival Pet Show



July 11, 2007
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LOCAL AND MICHIGAN LINKS:

Grand Traverse County Animal Control
Both lost and found dogs can be reported to Animal Control by calling (231) 995-6080.

Michigan Animal Legislation - Helping Animals Through the Law
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of animals.