The Importance of Being Prepared for Pet Emergencies
In 1907, the Scout motto – “Be Prepared” – was created by an English soldier, and it was first published […]
Buyer Beware: Puppy Mill Scams
With Thanksgiving behind us, the holiday shopping season is in full swing. We are still coping with the changes in
Proposed Michigan Bill Banning Laws Targeting Dog Breeds Passes House
Earlier this month, we gave you an update on HB 4035, which would prohibit local units of government from enacting
Bully Breeds and Breed-Specific Legislation
More than 30 local units of government in Michigan have passed ordinances that regulate dogs based on breed or
Government Transparency is Needed to Build Trust
Past articles have explained the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) role in regulating various aspects of the animal industry, including
Animal Advocacy Update From Michigan Humane
While the Michigan legislature slowly returned to a new “normal” in May and June, there were many issues requiring their
Advocating During the COVID-19 Pandemic
It is probably not possible to calculate all of the ways the world and the work we do have changed
Mobilizing Veterinarians During an Animal Crisis
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many issues understandably taking precedence in society at the moment. At all levels
MHS CEO: If You Buy a Designer Dog, You May be Part of the Problem
The results of animal cruelty are unfortunately often obvious; we see cruelty and its impact on an animal and are
Michigan Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Hillsdale County Puppy Mill
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit against a puppy mill in Hillsdale County after an investigation this