From 120,000 Deaths to 91% Saves, No-Kill Efforts Working…
Shelters in Oakland County collectively reached over 90% live release rate, with several organizations reaching 98% or higher.
Video Break: Two and a Half Minutes of a Tiger Grooming Itself
We caught one of the trio getting all primped and ready to see guests one morning in early January…
Baby Lion Born at Detroit Zoo Getting Closer to Joining the Pride
To prepare Binti for life with her future pride, the recorded sounds and scents of the adult lions were introduced into her incubator.
Explore: Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo
Sections of the park take on different themes, with music and light setting the mood for enchantment.
Mr. Mittens & Teen Face Challenges Together, Votes Can…
“Your vote can help us earn lifesaving funds so we can bring more pets in need together with loving families,” said Deanne Iovan, Executive Director at Ferndale Cat Shelter.
VIDEO: Watching Woodpeckers at Addison Oaks
Enjoy this short video of woodpeckers at Addison Oaks County Park in early November.
Scarlet, the Baby Red Panda, Makes Debut at Detroit Zoo
It is estimated that fewer than 10,000 red pandas remain in the wild and their numbers are decreasing due to habitat loss, poaching and illegal pet trade.
Nov. 27-Dec. 4 – Kibbles and Bids Online Auction for Paws for Life Rescue
The Kibbles & Bids virtual silent auction includes a variety for everyone: travel excursions, jewelry, sports memorabilia, home and kitchen essentials, beauty products, dog and cat toy baskets, kids’ stuff and more.
Friend of Frogs, Savior of Salamanders: Detroit Zoo’s Amphibian Expert Ruth Marcec-Greaves
Dr. Ruth Marcec-Greaves is the director of the center. She’s dedicated her life to learning about the diverse mix of frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts that can be found around the globe. Learning about them – and protecting them.
Explore: The Detroit Zoo
With beautiful autumn weather and social distancing requirements limiting attendance, it’s a great time to visit the Detroit Zoo
Video: A Trio of Sandhill Cranes Strolling, Singing at Stony Creek Metropark
At first the birds were quiet, but after about 30 seconds of filming the biggest of the cranes began to call out in a voice that echoed across the waterways, and the two littler birds made quieter songs in reply
Video: Up Close View as Hawk Hunts in Woodland Hills Park, Farmington Hills
But a Wednesday morning walk at Woodland Hills Nature Park in Farmington Hills gave this reporter an up close look at a red tail hawk hunting in the forest.
Curious Mink Caught on Video Being Adorable at Lake St. Clair Metropark
They are very wary and cautious of people normally, and are voracious predators.
Injured Pelican Finds Refuge at Detroit Zoo
When she arrived at the Detroit Zoo, she was weak, malnourished and unable to walk.
As a Fox from Troy Finds Sanctuary, A Reminder They Are Not Pets
Shortly after taking Ash to DAWG, the County had two more turned in.
Crowd Lending Campaign Raising Funds for Ferndale CatFe Expansion
The Ferndale Cat Shelter is looking to grow into their recently expanded space, and is asking people to invest through a KIVA campaign
Leashes, Licenses, Hours Outside, and Even Chickens in Oak Park Ordinance Changes
Cats, dogs, and even chickens got some love from the Oak Park City Council Monday as the body approved the first reading of a package of animal-related ordinances.
Off Duty Officer Shoots Dog During Attack in Oak Park
On Sunday, August 2nd at approximately 8:25PM, Public Safety Officers were dispatched to the area of Kenwood and Norwood on the report of a dog that had just been shot.
Turkey Vulture Living in Stairwell of Golf Course Gets Help from Detroit Zoo
“We believe the bird left the nest prematurely and didn’t have the flight capability to return to it.”
Madison Heights Arts Board Unveils 2nd Mural
We chose it because it features animals that visitors could actually come across while walking the trails at the park. Rabbits, squirrels, deer, and foxes are among the animals on display both on the mural and in the park.