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Rescue Reading

Looking for a fun way to have your children practice their reading skills? Join us for HSHV’s Rescue Reading program Sundays 10:00-11:30am.  This program includes time reading to our adoptable animals, a group read-aloud and a dog meet-and-greet! This is a drop-off event designed for ages 6-11. Register now

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Now offering Veterinary Housecalls

Know a dog, cat... or person who doesn't like going to the vet? Who would find it more comfortable and convenient to have a veterinarian come to your home? Sit, stay; we'll come to you! The HSHV Veterinary Clinic now offers in-home wellness and end-of-life care. Services performed by our ...
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Why aren’t lost dogs getting back home in Washtenaw County?

Humane Society of Huron Valley sees its lowest return-to-owner rate in years Ann Arbor, MI (March 21, 2023) — Dogs getting lost in Washtenaw County haven’t been so lucky lately. The Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV), the only shelter in Washtenaw County and Plymouth for stray animals, has seen ...
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Please don’t feed the bears… or greedy humans

As summer comes to a close but our need for safe outdoor recreation does not, we need to be cautious about engaging in activities that sustain cruelty. Although I didn't watch it, I hear Tiger King's Joe Exotic now has a personal understanding of why wild animals don't belong in ...
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