We rescued Enzo back in May 2017. He had been surrendered and had parvo. He had spent his time in isolation there and was scared of everything when we first got him. Now he loves car rides, going to the dog park and meeting new humans. We can’t wait to rescue a sibling for him. Kingston now Enzo
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On one of my first days at HSHV (nearly 13 years ago), I watched one of our Field Rescue staff deftly combing burrs and bugs off a small, young hedgehog. He had freed the poor critter from a fence in which she was stuck and then brought her back to HSHV to check for injuries. After making her a little better off than before he found her, he released her back into the wild. “Life is tough for wild animals” is something he repeated often. A very simple statement that carries heavy weight. During this severe cold snap, I think
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I adopted Savanah (formerly Cassie) as a kitten in 2012. She is the quietest and sweetest cat. She joined her sister Junebee, and they are a perfect match!
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We brought 8-year-old Rachel home from Tiny Lions on New Year’s Eve. She has made herself comfortable and is now ruling the roost. What a terrific way to start 2018.
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Henry and Owen have two cats, and they think they’re awesome! Because they love their cats at home so much, these two amazing kids saved up their money from chores and donated to the Humane Society of Huron Valley to help homeless animals. Thank you, Henry and Owen!
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Avery loves animals so much she has donated to HSHV three times! She hopes to be a veterinarian one day, and she especially loves cats. Thank you so much Avery for all your hard work for the animals of HSHV!
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In celebration of both the season of giving as well as his grandmother’s birthday Andrew decided to donate money to HSHV. He love animals and wanted to pass on a little seasonal joy. Thank you Andrew for your generous gift!
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“Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” -A.A. Milne As I reflect on what I am grateful for this Thanksgiving, I think immediately of our supporters, staff, volunteers, Junior Volunteers, and Board members who give so much to help prevent the suffering of innocent animals. Call me biased, but I believe people who feel such great compassion for animals are the best of humankind. I am so thankful to work alongside them and that we are able to ban together through this noble institution to put our
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Studies show a growing number of pet owners, now about 90%, think of their animals as family. We buy them birthday presents and special treats, and even dress them up in pretty dresses. As such, HSHV is widely celebrated for connecting so many animal lovers with new furry family members. But there are so many other ways we help pet lovers that don’t get as much notice. I recently received an emotional reminder of one of them. I was contacted by a former Ann Arborite who had surrendered her two cats here last year. She explained that her mother was
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The other day my daughter was up during the wee hours doing homework in the kitchen and in walked one of our cats…or so she thought. When she looked up she found herself face to face with a small but plump raccoon, also a juvenile. They looked at each other, equally surprised, and ran in opposite directions. This clever little fellow had used our dog door to come in for a tasty meal. (Solving the recent mystery of a suddenly empty cat food bowl and strangely muddy water dish.) But while my daughter was jarred by this unexpected encounter, there
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