Monthly Archives August 2018

Michigan Township Supervisor Surrenders 20 Animals, Faces Felonies for Neglect

Acting on a search warrant, the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) investigated the home of Augusta Township Supervisor Brian Shelby, and rescued 71 animals from unsanitary, overcrowded and neglectful conditions. Brian Shelby and his wife Tammy now face three (3) felony counts of animal neglect to 10 or more animals, and seven (7) misdemeanor counts.
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Best Friends for LIFE!!!

I adopted my sweet Maynard from HSHV in 2005 when he was 10 weeks old. Here we are, 13 years later, and I love him more and more every day. We’ve been together through marriage, two kids, three moves, and have had more camping adventures together than I can count! He continues to be my faithful walking partner, snuggle buddy, meal sharer, and all around best buddy. Thanks, HSHV, for introducing me to my best friend! Koda now Maynard
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Sophie and Henry Sell Items to Help HSHV!

These two animal lovers worked hard this summer to support HSHV. Not only did they run a lemonade and cookie stand, but they also sold their old toys and clothes to raise money to care for the animals.  When they arrived at our shelter, they  donated 100% of their proceeds and we are so grateful for the generosity they showed. Thank you, Sophie and Henry!
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The best dog ever.

We lost our dog a few months before adopting Indy. He filled that empty space. Indy has turned out to be a fun, loving, smart, and energetic addition to our family. He is the most upside-down sleeping dog we have ever had. Wouldn’t have it any other way.   Wadsworth now Indiana (Indy)
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Rethinking Pit Bulls: Dori finds her furever home

My husband and I knew we wanted a female dog, and knew we wanted to adopt a rescue. I really wanted a Golden Retriever, and the staff said they were rare and to check in every so many days after new puppies and dogs were admitted. We spent several weeks traveling to HSHV every so many days looking for the right fit. On the day we found then Dori, we were looking at a Golden Retriever/Husky/yellow Lab mix. However, when we visited with her, she wouldn’t play or come near my husband. We knew this wasn’t going to be a
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Bone crusher

I adopted Bones in 2010. I had just graduated and promised myself I would get a dog after I had. I went to the Humane Society of Huron Valley daily waiting for the dog that was right for me… and after a week, I found him! Snot marks up and down the glass of his special kennel, it was his first day on the floor for the second time. An amazing physique similar to my own (he’s a bulldog)! I called my then girlfriend (now wife) and said, “I found the perfect dog; I hope he’s not too gross for
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Peter’s Perfect Match!

My boyfriend and I adopted Peter, a black Lab and Greyhound mix, in the fall of 2017. Peter had already been through three owners at one year old and kept getting returned to the shelter because he was “too energetic.” We thought that Peter would be a perfect match for our very active lifestyle, and we were right. We’ve had Peter for almost a year now, and he is the biggest baby on the planet who loves trips to the dog park, runs through the park, peanut butter snacks, and LOTS of belly rubs! Peter’s big news is that he
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11 years ago, found my best friends with you

My childhood cat, Sugar, passed away when I was 10. He was an absolute angel, and very close to having been a nanny to me! I was devastated; I still am when I think about it. But that August, HSHV was having a 2-for-1 adoption special on kittens. We checked out various fostered kittens, and eventually fell in love with and adopted Coco and Luna, who were rescued from a hoarding situation when they were wee kittens. Luna has stayed a petite 7 lbs and is constantly glued to me, while Coco has always had anxiety issues and eats her
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Callie, our newest furbaby

We lost our Indiana in October due to cancer. We had 11 1/2 years with her. Heartbroken wasn’t even the word. We adopted a puppy soon after, but we knew we wanted a sibling for our newest furbaby — not to replace our Indy but to help us heal and allow our family to grow. We saw Callie’s picture on the Love Train announcement, and we knew we needed her to be part of our family. She is now nearly 8 months old and has claimed us as her own. She is a stubborn fluff ball who loves to hug
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Finn finds a forever home!

I adopted Finn in October of 2017 from the Love Train (Tennessee trip). We did puppy training classes shortly thereafter at HSHV. His ears now stick up straight, and everyone thinks he is the cutest thing ever. Not many people have seen a Viszla-Rat Terrier mix before. I am so happy to have him in my life.   Flay now Finn
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