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Michigan had 31 confirmed cougar sightings in 2025; here's where they were
5+ hour, 57+ min ago (309+ words) (WXYZ) " Last year, there were 31 confirmed cougar sightings across Michigan, according to data from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. That's the largest number of sightings since 2008, according to the DNR's data. However, the number of trail cameras has also…...
Cougar cubs first seen in March spotted again in the Upper Peninsula with mother
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (352+ words) Cougar cubs who were first spotted back in March were documented again earlier this month in the Upper Peninsula, the Michigan DNR said. "This is a historic confirmation for Michigan since it is the first time in over 100 years that…...
Monroe County cracks down on animal abandonment as shelter sees alarming increase
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (389+ words) MONROE, Mich. (WXYZ) " The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is increasing enforcement against animal neglect cases as the Humane Society of Monroe County reports an alarming rise in abandoned dogs and cats. Watch Demetrios Sanders' video report: Angel, a doodle mix…...
St. Clair County Animal Control says 3 kittens recovering after being abandoned in box on their property
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (465+ words) (WXYZ) " Three kittens, about three months old, are now being nursed back to health after they were left on the side of the St. Clair County Animal Control building in a plastic tote on Sunday night. Watch Carli Petrus's video…...
Humane Society of Huron Valley rescues 126 animals, many in poor health
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (222+ words) (WXYZ) " The Humane Society of Huron Valley rescued more than 120 animals from a person who is already facing animal cruelty-related charges. According to the HSHV, workers rescued dogs, cats, horses, ponies, a donkey, goats, sheep, a rabbit, snakes, iguanas, frogs,…...
Adopt a pet at this weekend's Meet Your Best Friend event
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (111+ words) Michigan Humane and the Mike Morse Law Firm are teaming up to host their annual Meet Your Best Friend event this weekend. Adopt a pet at this weekend's Meet Your Best Friend event SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (WXYZ) " Michigan Humane and the…...
Downtown Detroit pet store helps fixed-income neighbors care for beloved companions
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (501+ words) DETROIT (WXYZ) " One downtown Detroit community is showing what neighbors helping neighbors truly means through a pet pantry program that helps seniors on fixed incomes care for their beloved animal companions. Premier Pet Supply in downtown Detroit on Washington Blvd....
Clinton Township animal rescue seeks community support after flooding damages shelter, displaces 50 animals
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (483+ words) CLINTON TWP., Mich. (WXYZ) " A Clinton Township animal rescue is urgently seeking community support after severe flooding damaged their facility and displaced dozens of animals. Rejoyceful Animal Rescue experienced significant flooding Wednesday when an afternoon storm sent water rushing into…...
As shelters overflow, bill aims to fund spay and neuter through pet license plate
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (313+ words) (WXYZ) " A bill that would create a "Michigan Pet Fundraising License Plate" is now heading to the Senate floor, where it awaits a full vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Dayna Polehanki (D-Livonia), passed out of the Senate Transportation and…...
Cat reunited with owner after 3 years, found 10 miles from home
9+ mon, 2+ day ago (417+ words) A Michigan woman has been reunited with her beloved cat after three years apart, when the feline was discovered at a McDonald's parking lot nearly 10 miles from home. LENAWEE CO., Mich. (WXYZ) " A Michigan woman has been reunited with her…...