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Detroit man sentenced for torturing dog he stole from ex-girlfriend’s house
Read full article: Detroit man sentenced for torturing dog he stole from ex-girlfriend’s houseA Detroit man who broke into his ex-girlfriend’s house, stole her dog, tortured the dog, and then sent her videos of the torture has been sentenced.
Update: Couple involved in deadly dog attack in Macomb County have come forward
Read full article: Update: Couple involved in deadly dog attack in Macomb County have come forwardPolice had been trying to locate the couple who left the bar in a rush on Oct. 22 after one of their dogs bit “Olaf” the Bichon.
‘I miss him terribly’: Search for couple in deadly dog-on-dog attack continues in Macomb County
Read full article: ‘I miss him terribly’: Search for couple in deadly dog-on-dog attack continues in Macomb CountyPolice are looking for a couple and their two dogs accused of attacking and killing a Bichon in Macomb County.
Clare County Animal Control says dog trapped on island was rescued, is safe at shelter
Read full article: Clare County Animal Control says dog trapped on island was rescued, is safe at shelterAnimal control said a dog trapped on an island in Cranberry Lake in Clare County has been rescued and is safe at the animal shelter.
All 4 Pets ‘Put Your Pet in a Promo’ Contest
Read full article: All 4 Pets ‘Put Your Pet in a Promo’ ContestYour pet could be Local 4′s next Spokespet! Do you think your animal friend could join the likes of Nemo or Alfred and Dexter? If so, enter our “Put your pet in a promo” contest below, starting Thursday, Sept. 15th at 8 p.m.!
FDA says dogs have been dying after exposure to medicated cream called fluorouracil
Read full article: FDA says dogs have been dying after exposure to medicated cream called fluorouracilThe FDA has received reports of dogs dying after they were exposed to a type of medicated cream called fluorouracil.
Parvo blamed for dozens of dog deaths in Michigan: What pet owners should know
Read full article: Parvo blamed for dozens of dog deaths in Michigan: What pet owners should knowSome of the tests from sick dogs in Northern Michigan have come back positive for canine parvovirus, a highly contagious virus that can affect all dogs.
More testing confirms highly contagious parvovirus was sickening, killing dogs in Michigan
Read full article: More testing confirms highly contagious parvovirus was sickening, killing dogs in MichiganMore laboratory tests have only continued to confirm that the illness sickening and killing dogs in Michigan was canine parvovirus, a highly contagious virus that can affect all dogs.
Michigan officials investigating ‘Parvo-like’ illness that sickened, killed dozens of dogs: What to know
Read full article: Michigan officials investigating ‘Parvo-like’ illness that sickened, killed dozens of dogs: What to knowState and federal agencies are investigating an illness that has sickened and killed dozens of dogs in Otsego County after they showed signs of a “parvo-like” illness.
Some dogs in Northern Michigan test positive for canine parvovirus: Here’s how to protect your pet
Read full article: Some dogs in Northern Michigan test positive for canine parvovirus: Here’s how to protect your petSome of the tests from sick dogs in Northern Michigan have come back positive for canine parvovirus, a highly contagious virus that can affect all dogs.
‘Pure evil’: Dog found struggling to stay alive after being shot several times in Metro Detroit
Read full article: ‘Pure evil’: Dog found struggling to stay alive after being shot several times in Metro DetroitA Warren animal rescue is taking donations to help save a dog that was found struggling to stay alive after being shot several times.
What to watch out for if you fed your dog recalled Jif peanut butter; Signs of Salmonella in dogs
Read full article: What to watch out for if you fed your dog recalled Jif peanut butter; Signs of Salmonella in dogsA multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to certain Jif peanut butter products has triggered a massive recall.
Detroit woman searching for dog after it escapes from animal hospital: ‘I just want my dog back’
Read full article: Detroit woman searching for dog after it escapes from animal hospital: ‘I just want my dog back’A Detroit woman boarded her dog with a West Bloomfield Township animal hospital and they lost her dog while taking it on a walk.
Monroe County Animal Shelter under investigation amid allegations of neglect
Read full article: Monroe County Animal Shelter under investigation amid allegations of neglectMonroe County Sheriff’s Office is taking a closer look into its own animal shelter after several accusations of neglect from the community.
Humane Society of Huron Valley seeks tips about dead dog found in Ypsilanti
Read full article: Humane Society of Huron Valley seeks tips about dead dog found in YpsilantiCruelty investigators are asking the community for tips relating to a dead dog found in a frozen cage in the small field near Share Avenue west of South Harris Road.
4 ways to celebrate Thanksgiving safely with your pets
Read full article: 4 ways to celebrate Thanksgiving safely with your petsWhile you may be tempted to treat your pets to the turkey, and sides you are enjoying, they should really be treated to something completely different. We spoke to Anna Chrisman, with Michigan Humane, who has 4 ways to help make the holiday safe and enjoyable for your furry friends.
This 9-year-old started a business to help animals in need
Read full article: This 9-year-old started a business to help animals in needWhen most kids are little, and they want to try their hand at owning a business, they start a lemonade stand, or maybe sell some cookies... not John Blackwell. This 9-year-old autistic boy wanted to create a business to help others, specifically our four-legged best friends.
Injured dog expected to recover after being found tied to a dumpster on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: Injured dog expected to recover after being found tied to a dumpster on Detroit’s east sideA dog is working to make a recovery after being tied up outside of a business for days and left to die.
Detroit woman says neighbor released 3 dogs who attacked while she was walking puppy
Read full article: Detroit woman says neighbor released 3 dogs who attacked while she was walking puppyA Detroit woman said she was walking her Goldendoodle puppy on the city’s east side when three dogs attacked her after their owner released them from his yard.
3 people, dog found dead in boat cabin on Lake St. Clair
Read full article: 3 people, dog found dead in boat cabin on Lake St. ClairThree people and a dog were found dead shortly after 6 a.m. Saturday inside the cabin of a Chris Craft boat docked at the Fox Marina on South River Road, according to the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office.
Detroit city officials respond to claims of large numbers of dogs getting sick at city facility
Read full article: Detroit city officials respond to claims of large numbers of dogs getting sick at city facilityThe Detroit Dog Rescue is reportedly meeting animal control trucks on the street to take in dogs to avoid them having to be taken in at the Detroit Animal Care and Control’s facility.
United States Postal Service works to train mail carriers how to avoid dog attacks
Read full article: United States Postal Service works to train mail carriers how to avoid dog attacksWhen it comes to dog attacks on mail carriers, Detroit ranks 10th in the nation. There were at least 35 incidents reported last year.
Metro Detroit paralympian says her rescue dog adoption application was turned down because of her wheelchair
Read full article: Metro Detroit paralympian says her rescue dog adoption application was turned down because of her wheelchairCheryl Angelelli is a paralympian. She skydives, ballroom dances and has rescued four shih-tzu mixes over the last 16 years. Her wheelchair has never come up in the dog adoption process until last week.
Thrashing woman arrested on 2 warrants after Troy police find her dog locked in hot car
Read full article: Thrashing woman arrested on 2 warrants after Troy police find her dog locked in hot carTroy police said they took a woman -- kicking and screaming -- into custody after they found her dog locked in a hot car and realized she had warrants out for her arrest.
Michigan health officials say rabies detected in dog from Detroit is first in state since 2011
Read full article: Michigan health officials say rabies detected in dog from Detroit is first in state since 2011Officials said the 6-month-old dog had never been vaccinated against rabies. The last rabid dog in the state occurred 10 years ago in Oakland County.
Here’s how you can best prepare your furry friend for time away from you
Read full article: Here’s how you can best prepare your furry friend for time away from youAs people spent more time at home after the pandemic began, many opted to adopt puppies and dogs. Spending so much time together at home has been great, but now, pet owners are preparing to go back to work or on vacation.
How to keep your dog fresh between baths
Read full article: How to keep your dog fresh between bathsDETROIT – Saturday’s segment of All 4 Pets includes information on how to keep your dog fresh between baths. The owner of Premier Pet Supply offered advice. You can watch the entire segment in the video player aboveWatch more: All 4 Pets segments
Michigan state trooper charged with assault for dog attack
Read full article: Michigan state trooper charged with assault for dog attackLANSING, Mich. – A Michigan State Police trooper has been charged with felonious assault in connection with a traffic stop in which he let his police dog attack a motorist despite no resistance, the agency said Friday. Parker Surbrook was charged following the Nov. 13 traffic stop in Lansing where a passenger was believed to be armed, state police said. Surbrook let his dog attack the driver “for an extended period of time,” police said. Surbrook joined the state police in 2012 and he became a canine handler in 2017. He's been removed from the canine unit and will remain on unpaid suspension while the criminal charge is pending, police said.
Missing puppy found alive in burned Macomb County apartment complex 2 weeks after fire
Read full article: Missing puppy found alive in burned Macomb County apartment complex 2 weeks after fireMOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – On Feb. 13, a massive fire destroyed the River North Village Apartment complex in Mount Clemens. Dino Rasera lost everything he owned in the fire. It wasn’t the material possessions he was worried about, it was his 1-year-old chihuahua puppy Marble -- who was nowhere to be found. And I never gave up after that.”Saturday, two weeks after the fire, a man was driving through the complex when he saw Marble on the top floor, peeking out through the wreckage. Despite having lost everything he’s ever owned, Rasera said he feels blessed.
Caught on Camera: Dog rescued after falling into open manhole in Dearborn Heights
Read full article: Caught on Camera: Dog rescued after falling into open manhole in Dearborn HeightsDEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. – A dog is resting after being rescued from an open manhole. “The owner -- when we arrived on scene -- he was frantic, not being able to get to your dog, the owner broke down,” said Dearborn Heights Fire Marshal, Maxwell Mitts. The Dearborn Heights Fire Department knew it was a race against the clock to get the pup out, once they made it out to the scene. Not only was the owner happy --“The owner was ecstatic that we were able to rescue his dog,” said Mitts. Just a giant sigh of relief,” Marshal Mitts concluded.
Detroit Dog Rescue works to help pets outside in the cold, offers owners support
Read full article: Detroit Dog Rescue works to help pets outside in the cold, offers owners supportDETROIT – Saving dogs and helping dog owners is a big job for a little team with only two trucks but that isn’t slowing down Detroit Dog Rescue. The Local 4 Defenders went along with Detroit Dog Rescue to see exactly what they do. At another stop Detroit Dog Rescue gave out treats and food to dog owner Dwayne Stewart. Detroit Dog Rescue has been helping Detroit residents for 10 years. Click here to learn more about Detroit Dog Rescue.
Detroit police investigating murder of homeless man well-known for his dog
Read full article: Detroit police investigating murder of homeless man well-known for his dogDETROIT – Police are investigating the death of a well-known homeless man in the Detroit area who was always seen with his dog. He was with his dog everyday and she was a service dog,” said Daphne Johnson. Johnson said she was used to seeing Jesse Eastwood and his dog, Baby Girl, in the Harbortown Market Plaza all the time. “Just really really sad that she stayed with him in the cold for two days,” Johnson said. But after Jesse’s body was taken away, Baby Girl wouldn’t eat and died shortly afterwards, never recovering from her injuries.
Detroit dog gets set of wheels to help her recover after being hit by car
Read full article: Detroit dog gets set of wheels to help her recover after being hit by carDETROIT – Last month Detroit Animal Care and Control got a call about a puppy that was wedged underneath a car. They thought the dog may never walk again, but now they’re optimistic about the puppy making a full recovery because it has a new set of wheels. “She was unable to use her back legs and she was in quite a bit of pain,” Dr. Patricia Bigwood said. Detroit Animal Care and Control knew they needed to get the dog a set of wheels if she was ever going to move like a dog again. Nibbles is still going through her recovery process but she will be up for adoption over the next couple of months.
Beagle rescued from pond in Oakland County
Read full article: Beagle rescued from pond in Oakland CountyOAKLAND COUNTY, Mich – Animal control in Oakland County is hoping to reunite a beagle with its family. The dog was recently rescued from a frozen pond by a Good Samaritan last week. She’ll come around. She’ll make a good family pet if the owners don’t come and claim her,” said Joanie Toole with Oakland County Animal Shelter. View more: Oakland County news
Good dog -- Dachshund saves chihuahua mix from mountain lion
Read full article: Good dog -- Dachshund saves chihuahua mix from mountain lionEVERGREEN, Colo. – Winston the dachshund became an unlikely hero Nov. 7 when he saved his friend from a mountain lion. Winston and Mijo, a chihuahua mix, were outside in Evergreen, Colorado when the unthinkable happened. A young mountain lion attacked Mijo. You can watch the full story in the video above. He lost his right eye in the attack and may have some neurological damage, but thanks to Winston, he survived.
This restaurant’s mascot is almost as big a draw as their food
Read full article: This restaurant’s mascot is almost as big a draw as their foodPlymouth – It’s Take-Out Tuesday when we feature restaurants that also offer to-go or curbside pick-up to help support traditionally dine-in restaurants during the pandemic. Today we dropped by a restaurant whose mascot is almost as big of an attraction as the food. Stella’s Black Dog Tavern in Downtown Plymouth is a popular place. Stella’s Black Dog Tavern offers a variety of tavern-style food as well as some upscale dishes. For more information watch the video above and check out Stella’s Black Dog Tavern at 860 Fralick St, in Plymouth.
2-year-old Detroit girl rushed to hospital after stray dog attacked her in Detroit home
Read full article: 2-year-old Detroit girl rushed to hospital after stray dog attacked her in Detroit homeDETROIT – Police said a 2-year-old girl was rushed to a hospital after a dog attacked her inside her Detroit home. Police said the dog was a cane corso, a breed that can weigh up to 110 pounds when fully grown. The girl was inside her home when someone opened the door and the dog charged inside. The girl was rushed to a hospital. The girl is in critical condition and undergoing surgery, police said.
Michigan dog who has a knack for finding lost money donates to Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit
Read full article: Michigan dog who has a knack for finding lost money donates to Friends for Animals of Metro DetroitBERKLEY, Mich. – A 15-year-old dachshund named Jake Truett who was born in Michigan is using his ability to sniff out cash to raise money for Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit. His family is donating Jake’s money, a $250.08 in total, to Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit. The gift is the first of the Jake Project. The Jake Project hopes to get at least 100 matching donations of $250.08. The Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit is working to raise the final $3.5 million to complete construction of its new intake facility.
Man, woman in custody after thousands view video of Eastpointe puppy abuse
Read full article: Man, woman in custody after thousands view video of Eastpointe puppy abuseEASTPOINTE, Mich. – A a man and a woman are in custody after thousands of people viewed a social media video of a puppy being abused, Eastpointe police said. Isaac Brooks Sanders and Kershanna Seaborn turned themselves in Wednesday on charges related to the video, authorities said. Isaac Brooks Sanders (WDIV)Kershanna Seaborn (WDIV)In the video, Sanders can be seen abusing a puppy while Seaborn watched, according to officials. On Thursday, Eastpoint detectives received a court order for the surrender of the puppy involved in the case, officials said. Police said the puppy will be held in a safe place until the case is over.
Dog killed, owner injured in attack by 2 other dogs in Roseville
Read full article: Dog killed, owner injured in attack by 2 other dogs in RosevilleROSEVILLE, Mich. – A woman was injured and her 10-month-old dog killed after being attacked by two dogs in a Roseville neighborhood. Sometime after 6 p.m. on Monday, Mark Billings drove up Kathy Street in Roseville and turned left on Frazho Road, heading to a grocery store he frequently visits. Help my dog,’” Billings said. The woman suffered bites to her leg but is expected to OK. Another neighbor, as well as Billings, also suffered bites. They’re also expected to be OK. Billings already received a rabies shot but will have to get more until the dogs are found.
Troy family concerned after dog ingests rat poison
Read full article: Troy family concerned after dog ingests rat poisonTROY, Mich. – A Troy family said ongoing construction in the area is bringing out rats. What is more concerning for them is when their dog became sick after ingesting rat poison. It’s a problem Sean and Gail Henning said they have been dealing with for some time now. They said a neighbor started putting out rat poison by their homes to get rid of the rodents. I went to go see what it was and it looked to me like it was rat poison pellet,” said Sean Henning.
12-year-old girl attacked by pit bull in Lincoln Park neighborhood
Read full article: 12-year-old girl attacked by pit bull in Lincoln Park neighborhoodLINCOLN PARK, Mich. – When a pit bull in a Lincoln Park neighborhood was on the loose on Sept. 13, Tony Burgess' son and his friend ran into the house. Burgess then went outside to locate his 12-year-old daughter Emma. “My only instinct was to keep punching the dog until he let go,” Burgess said. I won’t let them come out. Burgess said the dog was taken by Lincoln Park Animal Control and quarantined for days.
Dog attacks 12-year-old girl in Lincoln Park neighborhood
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Dog trapped in 30-foot hole lured to safety with beef jerky
Read full article: Dog trapped in 30-foot hole lured to safety with beef jerkyIn this photo provided by the Burke County Rescue Squad, a member of the Burke County Rescue Squad rescues a dog trapped 30 feet (9 meters) down in a sinkhole, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at Pisgah National Forest in Morganton, N.C. The dog was not injured, but was starving and dehydrated, according to the rescuers. (Burke County Rescue Squad via AP)MORGANTON, N.C. – A group of mountain bikers on a North Carolina trail spotted a dog trapped 30 feet (9 meters) down in a sinkhole — and it took a salty snack and some straps to lift him to safety. The bikers called for help and led rescuers more than a mile to the stranded animal, where they repelled into the sinkhole, enticed the starving dog with some beef jerky and raised him to safety using a harness, the rescue squad said. The dog was not injured, but was starving and dehydrated, according to the rescuers.