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Michigan Humane Society E-News
Volume I, Issue 2

1. Hot Weather Safety
2. Fall Mutt Marches - Register Online Today!
3. Is Your Dog Too Old to Learn?
4. Michigan Humane Society - Upcoming Events

 


 

Hot Weather Safety


 

While summer temperatures in Michigan this year have been relatively mild, they can still pose a serious danger to your pets. The Michigan Humane Society offers pet owners the following hot weather safety tips:

  • Never leave a pet alone inside a vehicle. On an 85 degree day, even with the windows cracked, the temperature inside a parked car can reach 120 degrees within a matter of minutes, leaving your pet susceptible to heatstroke and even death.
  • Bring pets inside. If animals must be left outdoors for any length of time, adequate shade and a supply of fresh, cool water is essential. However, when temperatures and humidity soar, even these precautions may not be enough. To report an animal left outdoors without proper provisions, call your local animal control or police, or call the Michigan Humane Society Cruelty Hotline at (313) 872-3401.

     
  • If your pet is experiencing rapid panting and lethargy and has been subjected to extreme temperatures, he may be suffering from heat exhaustion. Immerse the pet in cold water and contact your veterinarian immediately.

     
  • Limit strenuous exercise such as jogging or taking long walks to the early morning or evening hours. Make sure your pet has access to fresh, cool water before, during and after this activity.

     
  • Keep your pet in a safe area during thunderstorms or other severe weather. The noise and lights could cause a frightened pet to jump a fence or bolt out a door or fence and become lost.

     
  • Make sure your pet wears a collar and ID tag at all times. A form of permanent identification such as a microchip implant is also recommended.

For more tips on pet health and safety, click here.


 


 

Fall Mutt Marches - Register Online Today!


 

Lace up your walking shoes! The Michigan Humane Society’s two Fall Mutt Marches are coming soon:

Saturday, September 18
 Maybury State Park, Northville
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
 
Saturday, October 2
 Orion Oaks County Park, Orion Twp.
12 p.m. - 3 p.m.


Official Mutt March T-shirts and other prizes will be awarded to those turning in donations of $100, $250, $500 or more the day of the walk. There will also be awards for "Top Dog" and "Leader of the Pack" at each event given to the individual and team who collect the most money. All four-legged participants will receive an official Mutt March bandana!


 

Register online today for one or both of these fun family events to benefit the animals in our care! Gather friends and family or form a corporate walking team! Canine companions are welcome (please bring proof of current vaccinations), but you can also walk in honor of your cat, rabbit, or fish!  For more information, call 1-866-MHUMANE or click here.

 
Is Your Dog Too Old to Learn?


 

"Never," says Beth Chamberlain of the Michigan Humane Society's Pet Education Center (PEC). In fact, the PEC, the MHS’ behavior and training department, has an obedience class designed specifically for dogs over one year old and has had canine students up to age 13. Entitled Manners for Life, the "older dog" class teaches dogs to: sit politely for visitors rather than jump up for attention, come when called, sit and lie down when asked, leave items on the floor alone, walk nicely on a leash, and more. PEC group classes are fun for both humans and their dogs and are an excellent way to improve your relationship with your dog. All PEC training classes use only humane training methods.

Manners for Life classes are offered in Rochester Hills, Oak Park and Westland and are for all dogs over one year of age who are comfortable around people and other dogs.
The cost is $150 for a seven-week class, and there is a 20% discount offered for all dogs adopted from any humane or rescue organization. 

For more information or a class schedule, click here or call (248) 650-1059, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We look forward to seeing you!
 		  


 


 

MICHIGAN HUMANE SOCIETY UPCOMING EVENTS:

 
ANIMAL CARE FAIR
Saturday, August 28
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Southfield Civic Center (front lawn)
26000 Evergreen
Adoptable pets, great items for people and pets, entertainment and more!
 
MEET YOUR BEST FRIEND AT THE ZOO
Saturday & Sunday
September 18 & 19
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak
The Michigan Humane Society and the Detroit Zoo host the largest adoption event in the country!
 
ANIMAL WELFARE RALLY
Tuesday, September 28
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
State Capitol Building, Lansing
Join dozens of animal welfare organizations from around the state for this special celebration and rally on the steps of the State Capitol Building! Free group transportation will be available from Southfield and a number of other locations.


Additional details will be provided in future e-news updates.
For more information on upcoming events, call 1-866-MHUMANE or click here.


 


 

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