Monthly Archives October 2023

A Year with Lucy

A Year with Lucy

October 31, 2023 | Comments Off on A Year with Lucy

My husband and I adopted Lucy (formerly Suzie) one year ago today! Last year, our house seemed so empty and quiet after our sweet golden retriever died the year before, we became empty nesters, and my husband retired. Not having a lot of experience with dogs, we were looking to adopt a retriever-type dog, and one finally popped up on the website. When we met Suzie that weekend, we fell in love and brought her home the same day. We renamed her Lucy and got down to business getting to know this dog. She is super smart and well behaved,
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How to introduce guests to your avoidant or reactive dog

How to introduce guests to your avoidant or reactive dog

October 26, 2023 | Comments Off on How to introduce guests to your avoidant or reactive dog

Does your dog avoid or react to strangers? Bark, growl, run away, or hide? Here’s what we suggest. (Note: Please consult with a professional trainer for biting.) Prepare Yourself Make sure you are familiar with the dog’s behavioral history, what has and has not worked in previous introductions. Use correct equipment (collar/harness and non-retractable leash) and have high-value treats with you. Have a helper with you when introducing a dog that may struggle with new people. The helper can assist with handling the dog if there are problems, coach the guest and narrate what they are observing, provide a second
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Blankets for the Animals

Blankets for the Animals

October 26, 2023 | Comments Off on Blankets for the Animals

Gabrielle and Josephina are such kind kids!  They love animals and wanted to help animals in need, so attended a kids community cares workshop.  Gabrielle and Josephina created fleece blankets, then donated them to HSHV!  Thank you so much for the wonderful donation, Gabrielle and Josephina!  We are so grateful for your kindness, and we know the animals are too!  
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Thoughtful Lauren

Thoughtful Lauren

October 24, 2023 | Comments Off on Thoughtful Lauren

Lauren is such a kind kid!  She attended a birthday party at the Tiny Lions Cat Café and was inspired to help the animals at both Tiny Lions and HSHV!  Lauren then made a monetary donation from her own savings!  Thank you so much for the wonderful donation, Lauren!  We greatly appreciate your kindness and generosity.
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Generous June

Generous June

October 23, 2023 | Comments Off on Generous June

June is very kind!  She recently celebrated her birthday at HSHV and made a monetary donation to the animals.  Her family loves dogs, which inspired her to help organize a lemonade stand to benefit the homeless animals at HSHV.  Thank you so much, June!  We greatly appreciate your thoughtful donation!
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Local Youth Win Humane Youth Awards

Local Youth Win Humane Youth Awards

October 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Local Youth Win Humane Youth Awards

Ann Arbor, MI (October 13, 2023) — The Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) proudly announces local winners of the highly anticipated Humane Youth Award, now in its sixth year. The Humane Youth Award honors young champions who have made outstanding efforts to protect and advocate for animals, people, and/or the environment—making a significant impact in our community. This year’s winners are: Zachary Koolage-Hall, 12, of Ann Arbor, is the winner of HSHV’s 2023 Humane Youth Award.  Zachary was chosen as this year’s winner because of his unwavering dedication to the community’s cats.  Part of an HSHV foster family, Zachary has
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Humane Society of Huron Valley ranked among top 1% of charities

Humane Society of Huron Valley ranked among top 1% of charities

October 11, 2023 | Comments Off on Humane Society of Huron Valley ranked among top 1% of charities

Ann Arbor, MI (October 11, 2023) –Charity Navigator announced its awarding Ann Arbor’s Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) with its topmost Four-Star Rating, for the 13th year in a row, placing HSHV among the top 1% of charities ranked nationwide. In addition to signifying financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency, the rating designates HSHV as an official “Give with Confidence” charity. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent charity evaluator. Since 2001, the organization has been an unbiased and trusted source of information for more than 11 million donors annually. “We are delighted to provide the Humane
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Chores for the Animals

Chores for the Animals

October 10, 2023 | Comments Off on Chores for the Animals

Mira, Norah, and Athena are so kind!  They love animals and were inspired to help the animals at HSHV.  The friends completed small chores around their households and donated the money raised to help the homeless animals at HSHV and Tiny Lions!  Thank you so much, Mira, Norah, and Athena.  We greatly appreciate your thoughtful donation.
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2 Turtles

2 Turtles

October 4, 2023 | Comments Off on 2 Turtles

Halo and Demon the Turtles Age: 7 City in which animal is located: Ypsilanti Rehoming fee? Yes Please note: This is a courtesy listing on HSHV’s site. This animal is available through a private individual, NOT HSHV. For questions, please contact the individual below, not HSHV. Thank you! I have 2 turtles named Halo and Demon they been together their whole lives, I rescued them from an old neighbor that was trying to recover from an addiction! It’s been 4 years now and I still have them I’m becoming a full time student on top of a full time employee
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Treating is Tricky: Making a plan for training

Treating is Tricky: Making a plan for training

October 3, 2023 | Comments Off on Treating is Tricky: Making a plan for training

The legendary animal trainer Bob Bailey once said, “Training is a mechanical skill.” While it seems like it shouldn’t be complicated, it can be surprisingly tricky to juggle a leash, treats, clicker, and anything else you might need in a training session. Because learning happens fastest when consequences are clear and occur quickly after the behavior, we can end up confusing our dogs if we are fumbling, dropping treats, and delivering rewards late. Before a training session, it is a good idea to make a plan. Think about how you are going to hold the various equipment, decide how you
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