Friday, August 6, 2010

“Officers remove 50 pets from home in Redford Township - Morning Sun” plus 3 more

“Officers remove 50 pets from home in Redford Township - Morning Sun” plus 3 more

Officers remove 50 pets from home in Redford Township - Morning Sun

Posted: 06 Aug 2010 04:10 AM PDT

REDFORD TOWNSHIP (AP) — Police said they removed more than three dozen dogs, a dozen cats and several rabbits from the squalid home of a 66-year-old woman and her daughter.

Officers went to the home Wednesday after being tipped off by concerned neighbors of the family, Redford Township police Lt. Eric Gillman said.

"The house was obviously overcrowded with dogs, the conditions deplorable," he said Thursday. "Floors were covered in dog waste, urine."

One animal, a rabbit, was found dead in the home, Gillman said. Officers took the other animals to shelters, where they were being treated on Thursday.

Medical personnel took the woman and her 44-year-old daughter to a hospital for treatment and observation.

On Thursday, yellow tape surrounded the red brick home and Gillman said condemnation proceedings had already started. The stench of pet waste hung in the air outside.

Neighbor Diane Adamski said she lived behind the family for 34 years and never suspected they had animal overcrowding issues, even after many conversations with them. She said late-night barking made it appear the family had five or six dogs, but the reality of the animals crammed inside made her feel "very, very ill."

"I would hear someone telling (the dogs) to be quiet," said 25-year-old Selene Booker, who lived down the street and also heard barking.

Adamski said she believes the family created the farm-like smell that neighbors complained about when they tilled animal feces into the ground.

"It's just a shock," Adamski said. "They are very nice people."

Mutts and Mutts Rescue League took 13 dogs and puppies from one animal shelter to Angel Animal Hospital in nearby Farmington Hills where they are receiving veterinary care, said Donna Law, the president of Mutts and Mutts.

A newborn puppy died, but the other dogs appeared to be well-fed, Law said.

"They're all mixed breeds, terrier mixes," she said. "They are in good condition. They are just scared."

Anita and Steve Bond said they decided to adopt two of the puppies after hearing news reports about the overcrowding.

"I think it was cruel," Anita Bond said. "When you have a dog they are innocent, they love you unconditionally and they don't ask anything of you but your love and attention."

Mutts and Mutts is seeking families to adopt the dogs and donations to help offset the costs of veterinary care.

Law said animal mistreatment is common in the Detroit area. Last year, 90 dogs - mostly chihuahuas - were found in a filthy Dearborn home after neighbors complained about an odor.

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Ice cream socials beckon humans, and their pets - Chatham Courier

Posted: 06 Aug 2010 05:15 AM PDT

CHATHAM TWP. - Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer?

So are dogs.

Dogs and their owners are in luck, because they're invited to join St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center as the shelter is transformed into an old-fashioned ice cream parlor to benefit homeless pets.

Weather permitting, St. Hubert's is hosting "Ice Cream Socials" from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on select Wednesdays this summer, with the remaining socials on Aug. 4 and Aug. 18 at the animal shelter located at 575 Woodland Ave. in Chatham Township.

 Special Events

For updates on special attractions at upcoming "Ice Cream Social" events, such as live music, check St. Hubert's Web site at www.sthuberts.org.

The entire family is invited, including the dog.

Visitors will enjoy Edy's Grand Ice Cream and an array of delicious toppings.

Dogs, meanwhile, will delight in Edy's Frosty Paws ice cream, as well as mingling with other pooches.

The shelter expresses special thanks to the Nestle Company for donating the ice cream and Frosty Paws.

The cost to attend is $5 per person 12 and older, $3 per child, and $2 per dog. There is a limit of one dog per adult.

All proceeds will help support the homeless animals at St. Hubert's shelters in Chatham Township and Branchburg Township.

For information, call (973) 377-7094 or visit www.sthuberts.org.

 

The following are comments from the readers. In no way do they represent the view of recordernewspapers.com.

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Traveling Tips for Your Pets - Associated Content

Posted: 06 Aug 2010 07:02 AM PDT

2. Make sure you have ID for your pet. This will include an ID that is attached to his/her collar that shows your pet's name, your name, cell phone number. You should also bring along your pet's vaccine records.
 If you are thinking about implanting a microchip in your pet, you may get one as cheap as $50.

3. Begin to acquaint your pet with traveling. Take him/her on short car rides just for training purposes. Teach him how to stay in his/her carrier crate for periods of time.

4. Bring along travel supplies for your pet. Your pet will need things just as your human companions will. This can include: food, bottled water, grooming supplies, a first aid kit, a special blanket, leashes, extra collars, disposable bags for cleaning routines, and any medications that may be needed.

5. Don't allow your pet to roam freely in the car. Just as children, need to learn to sit and behave in cars, so does your pets. Pets can cause accidents. Pets can get hurt in cars. Make sure that your pet is securely sitting within your car. You may be tempted to allow your dog to stick his head out the window to enjoy the breeze. Do note that this can be harmful. The wind and flying debris can cause damage to your pet's eyes and ears.

Yes, you may enjoy traveling with your pet. You may even have a great trip with him/her. However, you may also have a horrible ordeal you may never wish to repeat, again. This is why you must follow all these steps when traveling with a pet and really consider if you are up to the challenge in the first place.

Happy traveling.

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Dead pets found in Corbin pet store - Wave 3

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 08:36 AM PDT

CORBIN, KY (AP) - Corbin police have found pets dead in a pet store that was apparently abandoned.

The Times-Tribune of Corbin quoted Corbin Police Detective Sgt. Bill Rose, who said police were called by the property owner who had received complaints about a bad smell coming from Pet Kingdom.

Investigators found at least four dead animals among live birds and snakes.

Rose said a summons for animal cruelty has been issued for the shop owner.

The detective said electricity to the store had been cut off.

The newspaper reported the telephone had been disconnected.

(Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)

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