MHS Detroit, 1953 CELEBRATING 135 YEARS 1877-2012 MHS Detroit, 2012 ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: PUPPY PROTECTION ACT • PETS FOR PATRIOTS PROGRAM • CELEBRITY CHAT: JIM HARPER President’s Notes THOUGHTS FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO he Michigan Humane Society is MICHIGAN HUMANE Tcelebrating a signifi- SOCIETY SERVICES cant milestone this year: our Adoption of Companion Animals 135th anniversary! While our focus and even our Animal Behavior Assistance name was different in the Animal Care/Protection Information late 1800s, we never have Cruelty Investigation wavered in our pursuit of what is best for animals and Education the community. I continue to Legislative Advocacy be very proud to lead such Rescue of Injured Animals a historic and respected ani- Wolka Jeff Photo by mal welfare organization. In February, MHS President and CEO Cal Morgan, pictured with Rusty, joined Reuniting Lost Animals In the early years, MHS legislators in Lansing for a press conference to introduce the Puppy Protection Act. With Their Owners almost was exclusively Shelter for Stray/ required to focus its limited spectrum of species, shapes interest of the animals or Abandoned/Unwanted Animals resources on alleviating and sizes, conditions and the community. Today, there immediate animal suffering. predicaments, MHS never are trends in animal welfare Spay/Neuter Program Today, while that remains a has wavered from taking on that are sometimes touted Veterinary Centers key focus of the organiza- the toughest cases, many of as “the” solution to quickly Volunteer Program tion, MHS also is proactive- which result in heartwarm- begin saving more lives. But ly targeting the root causes ing happy endings, but this what you won’t hear about Wildlife Care and Shelter of animal welfare issues. also means taking those is the unwanted – and often There have been many animals who are suffering unexpected – consequences milestones and causes for and cannot be treated, and of these quick fixes that HERE OUR celebration along the way, equally many who are un- lead to even greater animal W Y from the appointment of safe or outright dangerous. suffering. Michigan’s first Humane Yet, we take in any and I truly hope you will MONEY GOES Marshal, Arthur Curtis, in all animals because to close join us in celebrating 135 1913, to the passage of im- our doors to them out of years of service to animals portant laws that help pro- concern for improving our in Michigan. We remain tect animals statewide, to the “statistics” or for any other grateful to those who make day a few years ago when reason than to act in the it possible for MHS to we were able to ensure that animals’ and community’s continue our mission until a 100% of healthy animals – best interest would, in our day when animal suffering and later, more than 60% of opinion, be wrong. Could and exploitation are a thing treatable animals – at MHS we in good conscience open of the past. would find a home. our doors only to the easy- Today, we are working to-adopt animals? diligently to ensure that, in MHS is not a charitable the near future, 100% of organization always seek- these treatable animals will ing to do what is popular find homes. Though animals because following a trend Cal Morgan come to MHS in a full is not always in the best President & CEO BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2011-2012 CHAIR OF TREASURER DIRECTORS Paul Huxley THE BOARD Daniel Wiechec Linda Axe Ross Lerner Beverly Hall Burns Madeleine Berman Rick Ruffner IMMEDIATE Christopher M. Brown, Bruce Thal SECRETARY PAST CHAIR D.V.M. Marvin G. Towns, Jr. Denise Lutz Elizabeth J. Correa Jan Ellis Marianne Endicott OF COUNSEL Sam Haberman Daniel H. Minkus, Esq. 2 www.michiganhumane.org Volume 6 Issue 1 Table of Contents HOW TO REACH US Detroit Center for Animal Care 7401 Chrysler Drive Detroit, MI 48211 Adoption Center – 313.872.3400 Veterinary Center – 313.872.0004 Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care 3600 W. Auburn Road Rochester Hills, MI 48309 Adoption Center – 248.852.7420 The mission of the Michigan Humane Society is to end companion animal homelessness, to provide the highest quality Veterinary Center – 248.852.7424 service and compassion to the animals entrusted to our care, and to be a leader in promoting humane values. Berman Center for Animal Care COVER STORY 900 N. Newburgh Road Westland, MI 48185 Adoption Center – 734.721.7300 12 Celebrating 135 Years: 1877- Veterinary Center – 734.721.4195 2012 This year, the Michigan Humane Society celebrates 135 years of pro- Adoption Center Hours viding service and compassion to the Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. animals in Detroit and beyond. Join Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Veterinary Center Hours us as we look back at some of the key Mon.-Sat., by appointment milestones that lead to MHS becoming the organization it is today. Cruelty Investigation Service area: Detroit, Hamtramck Cover photo and image at left & Highland Park by Gabi Moore 313.872.3401 Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Emergency Rescue DEPARTMENTS Service area: Detroit, Hamtramck 4 Create a Living Legacy 16 Kind Kids Honor Roll & Highland Park MHS now offers a Charitable Gift Children’s generous donations 313.872.0026 Annuity Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. 17 Volunteer Spotlight Fri.-Sun., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 5 Events Calendar MHS Volunteers: 135 years of Behavior Help Line compassion in action 248.650.0127 7 Pet Peeves Practical solutions to stop 18 Tribute Gifts Administrative Office Your loved ones’ celebrations, 30300 Telegraph Road, Suite 220 leash pulling honors and memorials Bingham Farms, MI 48025-4507 248.283.1000 8 Laws for Paws Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Puppy Protection Act introduced 21 Pets for Patriots MHS offers program that gives back to those who serve our country Editor 9 Pet Photo Gallery Nancy Gunnigle Photos of our readers’ adorable pets 22 MHS Online Store Contributors Shop our many new gift items 10 Paws for Applause CJ Bentley, Marta Diffen, Robert Fisher, D.V.M., Merideth for people and pets Gillhespy, Kevin Hatman, Terri Lessnau, Gabi Moore, Heather Thanks to these groups Pauli, Mike Robbins, John Scharff, Nicole Senczyszyn, Ed for supporting MHS Serecky, Heidi Waeschle-Gabel, Jeff Wolka 23 Celebrity Chat 11 Ask the Vet Longtime Detroit Radio Host Jim Harper Choosing an MHS veterinary center for your pet’s care helps save more lives is published three times per year by the Michigan Humane Society 30300 Telegraph Road, Suite 220 Bingham Farms, MI 48025-4507 The goal of MichigAnimals is to celebrate and enhance the human-animal bond through education and entertain- MichigAnimals is designed by Signature Media, ment in support of the Michigan Humane Society’s mission. This publication is made possible in part by the generous a division of the Detroit Media Partnership®. support of our corporate partners. MichigAnimals is distributed as a benefit to those supporters who have provided a donation of $35 or more within the last 12 months. www.michiganhumane.org 3 Living Legacy CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY PROGRAM NOW OFFERED BY MHS The Michigan Humane Society has joined with the Comerica Legacy Foundation to offer a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) program. This gifting strategy enables you to make a difference today while providing you with a charitable tax deduction im- mediately as well as a monthly income. MHS CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY • Can begin at any age and begin distributions on or after age 60 • Minimum gift requirement is $10,000 • Can be designated to a particular MHS program • Provides a fixed income for life in return for your gift • Allows for an immediate income tax deduction The ultimate goal of this program is to help you make a lasting impact for years to come on the lives of animals in need. For more information on this valuable giving tool, please contact Terri Lessnau, director of leadership giving at 248.283.1000, ext. 108. 4 www.michiganhumane.org CanineEvents ConnectionCalendar We hope you will join us for these and other upcoming MHS events! For full details and our complete events calendar, visit www.michiganhumane.org. SPRING/SUMMER Protect-A-Pet Clinics To assist pet owners facing financial diffi- culty, MHS will hold its 22nd annual series of Protect-A-Pet clinics, providing low-cost vaccinations for $3 each and low-cost micro- chipping for $10 per dog or cat. Pet owners must present proof of low-income status, Presented by: with one of six acceptable documents to en- sure the clinics reach those most in need. For details, visit www.michiganhumane.org. Sponsored by: Photo by Ed Serecky Photo by SUNDAY, JUNE 3 Mutt March This spring, the Michigan Humane Society and Detroit Zoological Society are celebrating Join hundreds of animal lovers and their 20 years of bringing best friends together at Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo. canine companions for the 24th annual Mutt March, at the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe MEET YOUR BEST FRIEND Shores, from 8 a.m. AT THE ZOO – 20TH ANNUAL to 12 p.m. The Mutt SATURDAY & SUNDAY • MAY 19 & 20 • 10 A.M.-5 P.M. March offers a relaxed, A visit to the Detroit Zoo always is memora- ing for this event, which takes place in the family-friend- ble – especially when you leave with a furry Detroit Zoo front parking lot. Since puppies ly atmosphere and beautiful scenery. Several best friend! often are in high demand, 25 “puppy passes” course lengths are available with break areas On May 19 and 20, the Michigan Hu- will be distributed each day to the first event and water stops along the way.