Animal Advocacy Is a Game of Inches
Vince Lombardi, Jr. is attributed with the quote, “Football is a game of inches, and inches make the champion.” And […]
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
Michigan Humane Continues to Fight for Laws Protecting Animal Cruelty Victims
Happy New Year! In addition to the beginning of a new calendar year, January 1, 2021 also ushered in a
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
Michigan Humane Supports the End of Greyhound Racing
When setting legislative priorities and selecting advocacy activities, one factor in the analysis is always how many animals will be
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
The Difference Between Animal Control and Animal Protection Shelters
Every industry has specific words or phrases that have special meaning, but particularly when these are “ordinary” words, like “humane
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