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Category Archives: Animals/Pets

Detroit Zoo Sends Five Captive Born Vultures to South Africa for Population Efforts

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Huntington Woods, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 7, 2021

For the first time ever, five vultures from the Detroit Zoo have moved to Africa as part of an important conservation program to restore South Africa’s vulture populations.

No Longer An Endangered Species, Kirtland’s Warbler Population…

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Orchard Lake, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 25, 2021

“Expansion of Kirtland’s warblers into new areas, and in greater numbers, is good news for the future of the species in Michigan,” said DNR Director Dan Eichinger.

Adults with Special Needs Welcome Rescue Goats to Dutton Farm

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 12, 2021

A pair of goats who’d originally been raised for meat are now living out their lives bringing joy to dozens of adults with special needs as the newest pets on Dutton Farm in Rochester.

What to do about Deer? Farmington Hills & Neighbors Exploring Solutions

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Novi, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 11, 2021

DNR will be working with the communities, and residents will be updated as there are opportunities for engagement.

Oct 4 -10 – Reduced Fees for Pet Adoptions Through Oakland County

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 30, 2021

Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center is participating everyday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Golden Retrievers Gather for Swimming At Orion Oaks Dog Park

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Favorites, Lake Orion/Orion TwpBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 13, 2021

A portion of Lake Sixteen is set aside for playing, with a large dock and ramps that are perfect for jumping in and walking out of the refreshing water.

Sept. 18 – Pet Vaccination Clinic at Independence Oaks

All Stories, Animals/PetsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 13, 2021

Services will include $10 vaccinations for dogs and cats, $20 microchips, $20 heartworm tests and other preventative treatments including flea prevention and dewormer.

Sept. 11-12 – Barktoberfest at Royal Oak’s Memorial Park

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Royal Oak, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2021

Barktoberfest encourages you to leash up your pooch pal and come out to enjoy a locally brewed beer, food and live music while you browse vendor booths with everything from…

Oakland County Hosting Low Cost Vaccination, Micro-chipping Event Oct. 2

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, New Hudson, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Troy, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2021

Services will include $10 vaccinations for dogs and cats, $20 microchips, $20 heartworm tests and other preventative treatments including flea prevention and dewormer.

Dozens of Animals Rescued from Dangerous Conditions in Independence Township

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Clarkston/Independence Twp., PontiacBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 26, 2021

This case remains under investigation. When complete, animal control officers will present the results to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Officer for review and consideration of criminal charges.

Rare White Monarch Graces Orion Oaks Park (video)

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Explore!, Lake Orion/Orion TwpBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 4, 2021

The wings are more opaque than other monarchs as well, due to lack of pigment, adding to the effect

White Raccoons Unmasked: Grand Blanc Man Befriends Rare Albino Family

All Stories, Animals/Pets, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 17, 2021

He’s be-friended a family of raccoons with a genetic mutation that makes their fur white and their eyes pink.

Waterford Firefighters Rescue Kitten From Tree in Pontiac

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Pontiac, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 30, 2021

The kitten was saved near Colony Lane and E. Walton in Pontiac where the department provides services.

Video: Baby Ducks Saved from Roadway in Orchard Lake

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Bloomfield Area Communities, Orchard LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 16, 2021

Either way, thanks to three strangers coming together, the five little ducklings are safe.

Michigan Animal Rescue League Hosting Celebrity Pet of the Year Contest

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Troy, Walled Lake, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 24, 2021

The dog and cat who get the most votes by midnight EDT on May 24th , 2021 are the winners!

Video Break: Five Minutes of Red Pandas Playing

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 27, 2021

Want to spend five minutes watching adorable red pandas climbing, running, and doing things red pandas do?

UPDATE: German Shepherd That Ran From Crash in Farmington Hills FOUND

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Farmington/Farmington HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 24, 2021

Following the accident, a dog who belongs to one of the truck’s occupants ran from the vehicle.

Michigan Pet Alliance Seeking CEO

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Bingham Farms, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 8, 2021

Applicants must live in Michigan, have a flexible schedule, be able to work from home, and be able to travel to other parts of the state and to Lansing on short notice.

Video Break: Friendly Ostrich Waving at the Detroit Zoo

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 20, 2021

He was offered sanctuary at the Detroit Zoo in 2015 because the Zoo could provide an even larger habitat for him

Video Break: Lion Cub Playing with Stick

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Huntington Woods, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 7, 2021

Cathy Franklin recently captured video of the adorable cub chomping on a stick.

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