Animals & Pets

Published January 7, 2019

Shelby - Utica News

Stray dog and new owner visit police, thank rescuers

UTICA — An uncommon reunion sparked some good cheer at the Utica Police Department just before the new year Dec. 20.

Published January 4, 2019

Madison - Park News

Red Oaks Nature Center to hold program on wildlife rehabilitation

MADISON HEIGHTS — Ever encounter a wounded wild animal and wanted to help it recover, but didn’t know how? Certainly there are groups that specialize in this, such as Wild Wings in Hazel Park. But those wanting to take matters into their own hands can learn how during an upcoming presentation at the Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods.

Published January 2, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Rescued otter is newest Detroit Zoo resident

ROYAL OAK — On Dec. 20, 7-month-old female otter Kalee made her debut at the Detroit Zoo’s recently expanded Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat.

Talia Mulcrone and Simon Miladinovic pet Duke the reindeer during the 2017 Holiday Ice Festival. The city’s new guidelines prohibit the displaying or performances of wild or exotic animals, so this will not be allowed anymore in Ferndale.

Published December 27, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ferndale bans exotic animal displays or performances

FERNDALE — After Ferndale received a request from an event to hold pig racing, the city made moves to ban that and other forms of showcasing exotic animals in town.

Published December 21, 2018

Troy Times

Initial estimate on owl house falls short, fundraising continues

TROY — Although volunteers and supporters met the target amount of $20,000 — the first estimate to construct a permanent structure for five owls who live at the Stage Nature Center — after a second look, it’s not enough.

Published December 18, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Detroit Zoo unveils expanded red panda habitat

ROYAL OAK — On Dec. 10, the Detroit Zoo’s three red pandas readily explored their recently expanded 14,000-square-foot habitat, made possible by a $500,000 grant from the Holtzman Wildlife Foundation.

Published December 11, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Clawson extends suspension of enforcement on chicken violations

CLAWSON — On Dec. 4, the Clawson City Council unanimously voted to extend the suspension of enforcement on chicken violations for an additional 45 days, or until Jan. 18, on the premise that an updated ordinance will be in place by that time.

Published December 7, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

New dog licenses something to bark about

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Macomb County Animal Control unveiled new licenses for dogs in the county beginning in 2019 that will more easily connect the person who finds a lost animal with its owner.

Published December 5, 2018

Rochester Post

Naturalist gives tips on how to deal with ‘wild neighbors’

ROCHESTER HILLS — Rochester Hills naturalist Lance DeVoe fields calls from residents daily about the wide array of wildlife in the city, including deer and coyotes.

Published November 30, 2018

Sterling Heights Sentry

Grant-funded fixes could make drain site a butterfly hub

STERLING HEIGHTS — City and county officials are looking forward to adapting the Sterling Relief Drain into an eventual site of relief for the monarch butterfly population.

Published November 29, 2018

Madison - Park News

Pet pictures with Santa to help save lives of shelter animals

MADISON HEIGHTS/CLAWSON — While the city of Madison Heights budgets for the day-to-day operations of the local animal shelter, such as paying for food and water bills, it doesn’t pay for the medical expenses of the many cats and dogs in its care.

Published November 16, 2018

Rochester Post

New hitching posts aid township equestrians

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Horse riding enthusiasts can utilize two new hitching posts at Cranberry Lake Park, on Predmore Road.

Published November 13, 2018

Troy Times

Pawfficer Donut makes debut as coffee cat

TROY — Jenefer Bashawacty braved snowy, wet roads during her workday and stopped at the Starbucks on Rochester Road, south of South Boulevard, to pose for a selfie with Pawfficer Donut.

Published November 13, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe hires part-time animal control officer

EASTPOINTE — The city of Eastpointe has hired Brian Pylar to fill the long-vacant position of animal control officer in the community. He will begin work on a part-time basis.

Published November 12, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Care for amphibians, reptiles at Shelby Township nature center

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Many people who adopt animals don’t realize the hard work that goes into taking care of a pet until they take it home, but the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township has a program to take away the surprise.

Published November 9, 2018

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield teen builds doghouses for Warren animal nonprofit

WEST BLOOMFIELD/DETROIT — Walled Lake Central High School sophomore Jared Merchant, 15, is doing big things for his furry, four-legged friends.

Published October 31, 2018

Woodward Talk

Youth hopes Huntington Woods will allow backyard chickens

HUNTINGTON WOODS — Surrounded by family, friends and supporters, a 12-year-old girl gave a presentation to the Huntington Woods City Commission to convince it to allow backyard chickens. Georgia Stoy stood before the commission Oct.Read More

Published October 29, 2018

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Bambi and crew wreak havoc on local roads, lawns

FRANKLIN/BLOOMFIELD — As Michiganders, we have to put up with a certain number of annoyances as a trade-off for living in one of the nation’s natural paradises.

The Harper Woods Department of Public Safety says Kaiser the police dog has been an important resource since he was added to its ranks in 2016.

Published October 26, 2018

Advertiser Times

GPAAS to host fundraiser for Harper Woods K-9 program

HARPER WOODS — The Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society is inviting people to join it at a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to help in the group’s continued support for the Harper Woods K-9 program and its local police dog, Kaiser.

Published October 24, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Clawson City Council to deliberate on chickens

CLAWSON — On Oct. 16, the Clawson City Council voted 4-1 to direct city staff to draft an “imaginative” and “far-reaching” ordinance for the purpose of discussion and public presentation concerning the city’s existing barnyard ordinance, specifically regarding chickens.