Sunday, February 3, 2013
Spay/neuter services for cats and dogs are available at discounted rates for residents in Washtenaw County.
ANN ARBOR — In conjunction with “Pet Dental Health” month, the Humane Society of Huron Valley's veterinary clinic is offering several discount services for pet owners. Throughout February, the clinic will provide free pitbull spay and neuter surgery for Ypsilanti Township residents. Anyone who owns a pitbull and lives in Ypsilanti Township, by law, must have the dog spayed or neutered. The clinic is also offering $50 cat spay and neuter surgery, and $175 dog spay and neuter surgery for all of Washtenaw County. The HSHV will provide $50 off all teeth cleaning plus 10 percent off any pet dental items during February. “There’s a false assumption that the veterinary clinic at HSHV is there only for the shelter animals,” said Cameron Richardson…
Friday, February 1, 2013
Burton Hoey will be sentenced in Washtenaw County District Court on March 28.
The owner of Jenny's Farm Market in Webster Township plead no contest to two counts of animal cruelty in Washtenaw County District Court on Wednesday. Farm owner Burton Hoey will face sentencing on March 28. According to a press release from the Humane Society of Huron Valley, investigators seized eight farm animals from Jenny’s Farm Market on Sept. 6, 2012 and filed animal cruelty charges against Hoey. “We’ve been to Jenny’s Farm Market numerous times over the past 10 years because of complaints of abused and neglected animals,” said Matt Schaecher, director of Animal Cruelty Investigation and Rescue. “We see this conviction as a victory for the many animals that have suffered. We know there are many community members and families that …
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Michigan law requires adequate bedding be placed in outdoor pet houses when temperatures drop below freezing.
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Saturday, January 26
Each year during the winter months, the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) receives calls about animals left out in the elements without adequate protection. Plunging winter temperatures can be extremely dangerous for animals. “There are a lot of dogs who live their lives outside on a chain who are in complete misery right now. Each year we have cases where dogs literally freeze to death. Unfortunately Michigan state law does not prevent dogs from living outside, but the law does require proper shelter and bedding,” Matt Schaecher, HSHV director of animal cruelty investigations said. “During the freezing winter months we have zero tolerance for dogs found living outside without appropriate protection and if found to be in danger, those …
Friday, January 18, 2013
The humane society is seeking immediate adoptions of dogs and cats at the shelter in Ann Arbor.
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Friday, January 18
Editor's note: This press release was submitted by the Humane Society of Huron Valley. ANN ARBOR — The Humane Society of Huron Valley's Animal Cruelty Investigation and Rescue Team have taken possession of 45 dogs and 20 cats from two different Washtenaw County hoarder cases due to serious animal neglect. “Hoarder cases like these put a serious strain on our already full shelter. But we are committed to seeing that each beautiful soul gets a second chance at a happy life. We are hoping there are people out there ready to open their hearts and homes to these special animals,” said CEO Tanya Hilgendorf in a press release. The dogs are mainly small breeds — Chihuahua, Pomeranian and Terrier mixes. To help expedite the adoptions of the animals…
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Monday, January 7, 2013
The humane society will host its annual Walk & Wag 5k fundraiser on May 18 in Ypsilanti.
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Monday, January 7
ANN ARBOR — The Humane Society of Huron Valley will celebrate the 34th annual Walk & Wag, a dog walk, 5k run, and family fun day, May 18 at Rolling Hills Park in Ypsilanti. In honor of the event, the humane society is searching for a "celebrity spokesdog" to be the goodwill ambassador for the 2013 event. Walk & Wag is the largest annual fundraiser for the humane society, featuring doggie games and contests, prizes, animal-themed merchandise, family-friendly activities and a morning 5k run. All owners are welcome to participate in the fundraiser with their dog. Does your dog have what it takes to be the HSHV spokesdog? The winning dog should have been adopted from the Humane Society of Huron Valley, be friendly toward people and other …
Friday, December 14, 2012
The James A. Knight Foundation grant will be used for programs to teach youths proper animal care.
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Friday, December 14, 2012
Editor's note: This press release was submitted by the Humane Society of Huron Valley. The Humane Society of Huron Valley’s Humane Education Department recently received a $44,000 grant from the James A. and Faith Knight Foundation to expand services particularly to high risk young people. Animal cruelty is a serious problem in Washtenaw County. HSHV investigates approximately 500 reports of animal cruelty each year. In the last two years, 60 offenders have been convicted and charged with either a misdemeanor or felony animal cruelty offense. “It is well documented that early abusers of animals often go on to engage in violence and other antisocial acts. Humane Education is a growing field focused on cultivating compassion and respect …
Saturday, December 1, 2012
Customers can purchase specialty items customized with their pet’s photo with proceeds benefiting the Humane Society.
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Saturday, December 1, 2012
The Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) in Ann Arbor has partnered with Oklahoma City-based professional photo lab, Candid Color Systems Inc., and the website, Pics Saving Pets. How it Works Supporters of HSHV can upload a photo of their pet to the website and order specialty items customized with their pet’s photo. When an order is placed, 50 percent of the retail dollars spent at www.picssavingpets.com will be donated back to HSHV. Before checking out, you will be prompted to select an organization to be the beneficiary of the purchase. To support HSHV, simply click on Michigan and select HSHV. An original concept to this site is the idea of sending out adoption announcements when a pet is adopted from HSHV. The cards can be …
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
The humane society says the abuse and neglect of farm animals has risen dramatically since 2011.
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
By Jaci Nicols Humane Society Huron Valley Development Director Drought, hard economic times, and irresponsible ownership have created a dire situation for many local horses. Horse abuse cases have been on the rise and even well-intentioned owners are now struggling to care for their horses because of increasing costs. Horses have always been expensive to own, but we began to receive a greater number of complaints when the economy was on the decline. This year, however, hay prices are an estimated five times higher than 10 years ago and the price continues to rise because of the drought. The winter will only be worse. Horse rescues, organizations we have relied on in the past during cruelty investigations, are filled passed capacity. The…
Friday, September 7, 2012
Eight animals were removed from the farm in Webster Township under suspicion of cruelty Thursday.
Editor's note: This story will be updated as more information becomes available. The Humane Society of Huron Valley seized eight animals from Jenny's Farm Market on Thursday. According to Ann Arbor.com, horses, donkeys and goats in varying states of neglect, were removed from the farm, located at 8366 Island Lake Road. Humane Society investigator Matt Schaecher told the newspaper that investigators are working on a report with the Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office for possible cruelty charges. Farm owner Burton Hoey said that investigators took two horses, four donkeys and two goats from the property but left 14 other animals. "What I can't understand is why there wasn't a warning or why didn't they provide advice on how to care for the…
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
The humane society has received a 15 percent increase in the number of unwanted and stray cats and kittens since January.
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
The Humane Society of Huron Valley is seeing a 15 percent increase in the numbers of unwanted and stray cats and kittens coming through the animal intake doors so far in 2012. In an effort to elevate the feline overpopulation problem, HSHV is holding a $35 cat or kitten spay or neuter surgery special through the end of August. This low cost surgery is available to all people in Southeast Michigan while appointments last. Call 1-888-HSHVFIX or 1-888- 474-8349 to schedule your appointment. Some vaccinations may be needed prior to surgery. HSHV has a full-service veterinary clinic open to the public. “As much as we promote affordable spay and neuter surgery, we keep thinking that the numbers of kittens and cats will begin to decline. …
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