They just want someone to love and take care of them. Dozens of rescue dogs are out there in need of good homes. Saturday, a doggie reunion was held in Sterling Heights to thank people who've adopted dozens of dogs in need.
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Homemade dog treats were among the items sold at the picnic for people and pups. Plus dogs on the grill, dogs wearing dresses, even dogs taking a dip. It was truly a dog day afternoon at Serenity Animal Hospital in Sterling Heights where a "rescue roundup" was held to thank people who've adopted dozens of rescue dogs.
"We've been doing animal adoptions for over 20 years," said adoption manager Devan Johnson. "We decided to have a picnic to just say thank you to everyone who's adopted pets from us."
Back in April Fox 2 told you about a situation in Allegan County where 350 dogs were confiscated from a pet hoarder living in an 1,100 square foot home. Serenity rescued 22 of those dogs and found homes for all of them. The animals also got much needed medical care.
"Our adoption fee is $250," Johnson explained. "All of our dogs are spayed or neutered, micro chipped, they come with six months of heartworm preventative, and they've had their vaccines."
Several of the Allegan County dogs and their owners attended the Saturday event.
"It's so nice to see all the dogs back," said Dr. Karen Michelski. "This isn't all of them but it's just so nice to see them back and see them so happy and the people are so happy."
"Rescue dogs are awesome," added adoptive "parent" Kim Martin. "Their hearts are so big and they're just looking for a home."
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:22 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:22:48 GMT
A Detroit-based startup is taking off and installing green energy systems across the globe. They are taking a unique approach using a network of expert "freelancers."
A Detroit-based startup is taking off and installing green energy systems across the globe. They are taking a unique approach using a network of expert "freelancers."
Monday, May 13 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:19:48 GMT
A suspect is in custody after a bomb scare at Westland City Hall. We're told a man held a worker hostage as SWAT teams surrounded a building on Ford Road. Nobody was hurt.
A suspect is in custody after a bomb scare at Westland City Hall. We're told a man held a worker hostage as SWAT teams surrounded a building on Ford Road. Nobody was hurt.
Saturday, May 11 2013 9:28 PM EDT2013-05-12 01:28:26 GMT
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing was among dozens of volunteers who came out to clean up various neighborhoods Saturday. It was all part of Motor City makeover, now in it's second weekend.
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing was among dozens of volunteers who came out to clean up various neighborhoods Saturday. It was all part of Motor City makeover, now in it's second weekend.
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:52:35 GMT
Authorities have identified a 20-year-old man they've arrested in the firebombing of the suburban Detroit home of an heir to the Art Van Furniture business.
Authorities have identified a 20-year-old man they've arrested in the firebombing of the suburban Detroit home of an heir to the Art Van Furniture business.
Let It Rip Weekend: Doggy Insurance, Pit Bull Bans & $15 Minimum Wage
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:33 AM EDT2013-05-19 14:33:58 GMT
This time we're talking about a new requirement in Royal Oak that has some dog owners taking out $1 million insurance policies on their pooches. Plus, Waterford Township is considering repealing their
Should owners of dangerous dogs have to take out $1 million insurance policies? Are pit bull bans a good idea? Plus, should the minimum wage be raised to $15 an hour?
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:01:16 GMT
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:55:04 GMT
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said Don Graunstadt.
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said the CEO of North American Operations for the electric car company.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:19:58 GMT
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
