Huskies thrown over fence, abandoned, find loving home after remarkable recovery
The shelter's surveillance camera captured the shocking act of abandonment last month, revealing that the dogs were in dire straits.
Michigan lawmakers propose bills to prohibit cities, counties from enacting dog breed bans
A new package of bills would prohibit Michigan municipalities from enacting ordinances that ban dog breeds. They were introduced after the Grosse Pointe Shores City Council voted to ban pit bulls.
North Carolina angler's colorful puddingwife catch may set world record in saltwater fishing
Connor Stone, 30, is on the verge of potentially setting a world record in the world of saltwater fishing. In a remarkable catch made back in July, Stone reeled in a vibrant and exotic puddingwife fish.
Meet Jellybean, the dog providing comfort to crime victims and witnesses in Wayne County
A black Labrador and golden retriever mix named Jellybean has an important job - comforting crime victims and witnesses while they are going through legal proceedings in Wayne County.
17 cats discovered abandoned outside Ann Arbor apartment complex
The cats, which range in age from 5 months to 5 years, have severe eye and skin issues that will need to be treated.
Postal worker rescues beagle after venomous snake bite
The postal worker, identified as Holle Prigmore, creatively used one of the home’s security cameras to alert the family that their dog had been bitten, then proceeded to take the pup to the vet.
Michigan Humane reacts to Grosse Pointe Shores pit bull ban, says it will move annual event from city
Michigan Humane President and CEO Matt Pepper reacted to the decision to ban pit bulls in Grosse Pointe Shores, saying the decision "is the wrong message and the wrong issue." The organization said it will now be forced to move its annual Mutt March from the city.
Budweiser Clydesdales will no longer shorten their tails, company says
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Cuddle kittens that were born inside a Detroit bookstore
A litter of kittens is waiting to meet you for snuggles at Detroit Specials Used Books. The animals were born inside the bookstore after the shop owner noticed their mother outside.
Pit bulls banned in Grosse Pointe Shores after dog attack
Pit bull dogs are now banned in Grosse Pointe Shores after the city council approved the ban Tuesday night. This comes after a small dog was attacked by a pit bull in June and had to have its leg amputated.
Grosse Pointe Shores votes to ban pit bulls after dog attack earlier in spring
The issue has become a divisive one in the community, with some saying breed-specific bans don't work while others point to the incident over the summer as evidence they're necessary.
Sibling cats left at shelter with heartbreaking note: 'My mom can’t take care of me anymore'
In North Carolina, two sibling cats are in search of a new home after being left at an animal shelter with a touching note.
First wild spotless giraffe found in Namibia, conservation group says
The Angolan giraffe was spotted in Africa and is believed to be only the second in the world.
Dog-friendly 5K coming to Detroit - how to register
Pets are welcomed at a Detroit 5K focused on heart health later this month.
Watch: Otter steals $125K worth of fish from hotel ponds
An opportunistic otter has helped itself to a whopping $124,652 worth of koi carp from ponds at a luxury hotel and spa.
Dog food recalled after sample tests positive for salmonella
Over 600 cases of the dog food were 'distributed to various distributors and retailers' in US
Rare spotless baby giraffe finally has a name: Meet Kipekee
Of the over 40,000 votes received, the name Kipekee won by over 6,000 votes.
Willow Metropark hosting dog swim this weekend as summer comes to a close
As the summer winds down and pools close for the season, your dog can take a dip at the pool at Willow Metropark.
Missing therapy dog reunited with family months after disappearing in Detroit
A therapy dog is back home with his family months after he disappeared while someone was watching him at a Detroit home more than two months ago.
Take your dog swimming at Waterford Oaks Wave Pool
As the summer winds down, dogs get a chance to enjoy Waterford Oaks Wave Pool before it's emptied for the winter.