ANIMALS

The pandas are currently in Washington, D.C. because of a loan agreement established between the Zoo and the Chinese government. But that arrangement is about to end.

The cuties need extra love, but HSHV staff say they are well worth the effort.

The Ann Arbor animal shelter is offering free adoptions for adult cats and adult dogs between Saturday, Aug. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 3, in order to help animals in need find furrever homes.

The pup is the second abandoned and abused dog the Humane Society of Huron Valley took in between June 23-29.

Witnesses in the area said they saw a man kicking the animal before abandoning it and leaving the scene, according to HSHV officials.

Officials from the Humane Society of Huron Valley are sounding the alarm after seeing a steep increase in the number of local pet owners needing emergency housing.

Starting at 6 p.m., participants will be able to test their knowledge, meet live desert-dwelling animals and learn to tie roping knots.

Once again, the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation will be using “goatscaping” to clean up invasive plants and poison ivy.

This happened in 2020 and is part of a series and is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

HSHV officials are urging Ann Arbor area pet owners to be careful of dangerous traps after the recent passage of an amendment to wildlife regulations.

Friends for Life will offer support with veterinary care, pet supplies, in-home support, short-term housing and animal visits.

A dog was found wandering the streets of Detroit alone, clutching a stuffed animal, after its owner died.

Do you have a pet that was rescued from a bad situation, and now has the life it deserves thanks to your love, sacrifice and devotion?

Starting at noon, Tree Town community members can rent discounted boats, listen to live music, go fishing, take a nature walk and learn about animals at Gallup Park.

“We want to remind folks that we understand hard times, and we are here if you need help,” said HSHV CEO Tanya Hilgendorf in a release.

Given its jumping ability, you would think the deer would make one awesome outside hitter!

Meet ‘Poco’ the sloth

This took place earlier this year and is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

More than 20 local organizations will be at the free family-friendly event, along with performances, educational presentations, crafts and other environmental activities.

And it’s under an hour away from Detroit

A mama bear was trying to get four cubs across a two-lane road in Connecticut, and what transpired will give you all the feels.

HSHV is issuing a call for all dog and cat owners to get their pets microchipped.

Kelly Garrahan, a resident of Titusville, found a creature with oddly shaped head and tail in her yard, which started disrupting her farm animals.

Starting March 15, residents are asked to turn off late-night lights and shut window blinds after 11 p.m. to help birds migrating through Ann Arbor.

Michigan Humane has programs to mentor the next generation of veterinary and animal welfare professionals. We spoke to Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane to learn more.

Enjoy a rare night at The Creature Conservancy on Jan. 20.

On Friday, the larger-than-life animal pushed over a box painted in maize and blue instead of a purple and white box meant to symbolize Texas Christian University.

The downtown Ann Arbor theater will show entries in the fifth annual New York Cat Film Festival at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 15.

HSHV is waiving fees for its long-term residents in order to expedite their adoptions.

Here are 10 of our team's favorite stories from this year.

A winter storm is approaching Michigan, and the snow, cold temperatures, gusting winds and potential ice are just as dangerous for our fuzzy friends as they are for us.

The commemorative collectibles will consist of unique images of lost furry, feathered or scaly loved ones and an unchangeable spot on the internet

The Detroit Zoo says it sadly had to euthanize a beloved trumpeter swan that was dealing with health issues.

Twin polar bear cubs were born at the Toledo Zoo last week and the Detroit Zoo passed along congratulations as the home to their half-sisters.

At least 13 bald eagles were likely poisoned by scavenging the carcasses of euthanized animals that were improperly disposed of at a Minnesota landfill and three of the majestic birds have died.

It’s the time of the year when the house is decorated and festive, and this might entice your pets as well. Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane joined Michelle Oliver on “Live in the D” to discuss how to keep your pets safe during the holiday season.

The fun and festive holidays are turning into a danger zone for our pets.

The Main Street candy store is donating 10 percent of its sales made during Small Business Saturday to the Humane Society of Huron Valley

Don't miss the city's non-scary, nature-inspired event for families this Halloween season.

You never know when an emergency may strike such as a flood or other disaster so you should be prepared in case you have to evacuate, and that includes preparing to evacuate your pets.

Sunken Gardens, a botanical garden located in St. Petersburg, tweeted out a photo of a group of flamingos hanging out in a bathroom while riding out Hurricane Ian.

Michigan records tens of thousands of vehicle-deer crashes each year -- here's how often, when and where they occur.

Sutton, 13, has raised almost $8,000 for area environmental causes and nonprofits through selling handmade biodegradable bracelets and ornaments through her JustIZZY initiative.

In bodycam footage, Officer Dattolo can be seen freeing, and reassuring, the panicked buck.

They really mean it when they say dogs are our best friends.

Adoption fees are getting waived through the weekend at Detroit Animal Care and Control in honor of National Dog Day.

The program transports animals to the Cherry Hill Road facility using a specially-equipped van and trained staff.

It's an increasingly familiar sight in U.S. cities and suburbs: workers in gloves and masks, spraying yards for mosquitoes.

Beagles rescued from a research breeding facility were visited by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel at the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) on Tuesday.

Beagles rescued from a research facility in Cumberland, Virginia, are headed to Tree Town to find their forever homes.

It was quite a discovery in tropical waters to bring in a Greenland shark, which can live for more than 500 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Treats are delicious to your pets, but they can also be a valuable tool when it comes to training your furry friends.

The loud chime of a doorbell was not exactly what this woodpecker expected to find during its visit to a Sterling Heights home.

From July 11 to July 31, HSHV is reducing adoption fees for adult dogs and cats to just $25.

An injured horse was euthanized following an incident involving a horse-drawn omnibus at Greenfield Village in Dearborn.

HSHV is inviting the community to "spread the love."

The oldest tiger at the Detroit Zoo has passed away.

History is repeating itself in Lake Michigan: The alewife fish is washing up on the shores in a widespread “die-off” event that used to happen frequently in the past.

In May, students at the elementary school, located on Ann Arbor’s eastside, raised $2,942.67 for the Humane Society of Huron Valley.

A new survey asked people across the United States what kind of pet they owned, a cat or a dog, to see which pet is the most popular in each state.

Local 4Casters are tracking dangerous heat that may break records in Metro Detroit. It could feel like it’s above 100 degrees on Wednesday (June 15).

We bet you’re a great pet mom or dad. But let’s see how many questions you get right...haha.

We all get a little stuck sometimes. On Friday, a group of ducklings did just that and got themselves trapped in a storm drain.

See White Lotus Farms' baby goat antics.

The Detroit Zoo says its giant anteater, thought to be the oldest of its kind, has died at the impressive age of 26.

With more dogs headed outside and into public spaces, it’s important for dog owners in Ann Arbor to make sure their pooch is properly licensed.

The Detroit Zoo may have called off the search for its missing wallaby joey, but people in Metro Detroit still have their eyes peeled for the 5-month-old animal.

An outbreak of avian flu is forcing farmers to cull their flocks and leading to concerns about even higher food prices.

The animal kingdom is full of unique personalities, from the courageous lion to the sensible hawk.

Your dog’s fitness is just as important as yours when it comes to their overall health.

Officials are calling off the search for a 5-month-old wallaby that went missing from the Detroit Zoo just days after the zoo announced its arrival.

Looking for some great outdoor fun for the family? How about getting away from it all and visiting adorable animals on a farm right here in the D.

Adoption fees are being waived for nearly two weeks at Detroit Animal Care as part of an “Empty the Shelters” program.

Michigan has ordered all bird exhibitions to pause as more cases of the bird flu are being confirmed in the state.

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month.

A 5-month-old wallaby has disappeared from the Detroit Zoo.

The Detroit Zoo says a 5-month-old wallaby baby, which the zoo formally announced just last week, has gone missing.

There’s a new “joey” in town at the Detroit Zoo.

John Michael Stewart has been sentenced after pleading guilty to animal abuse.

This Washtenaw County farm has fans from all over the world.

Around 10 p.m. on Thursday night, 10,800 birds were flying over Washtenaw County, and 4,500 had completely crossed over the county.

Nearly a dozen dogs are removed from a Dearborn home after concerned neighbors got the city involved.

To celebrate the Detroit Tigers’ home opener this weekend, Detroit Animal Care and Control is waiving all adoption fees for adoptable pets through Monday.

Fire crews in Bloomfield Township had to hoof it on over to a local farm school after a cow made a run for it.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is taking a closer look into its own animal shelter after several accusations of neglect from the community.

Coordinated by the Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Planning Committee, the annual event includes displays, hands-on activities and performances by Lori Fithian, Drummunity and Joe Reilly.

It’s natural to want to post about the passing of your sweet pet to your family and friends on Facebook or Instagram, but have you ever noticed that lately, we all say some form of, “they’ve crossed (or gone over) the rainbow bridge?”

An Upper Peninsula city is closing a portion of a road to vehicular traffic every night to protect migrating salamanders.

Ann Arbor is the 11th most dog-friendly city around the country, according to a new list by Rocket Homes.

A longtime staple of the Detroit Zoo, a miniature donkey named Giovanni, has passed away, according to the zoo.

For years, a Southeast Michigan farm has been taking in abused and neglected animals, and giving them a happier and healthier life.

A Ypsilanti resident faces a repeated felony charge of neglect for 25 animals after HSHV cruelty investigators removed 21 cats and 1 dog.

A man who allegedly left his dog tied to a door without food or water will be charged with animal cruelty and abandonment, according to the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV).

A dog was found dead in a cage and frozen to the ground near Village Grove apartments in Ypsilanti, according to the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV).

Cruelty investigators are asking the community for tips relating to a dead dog found in a frozen cage in the small field near Share Avenue west of South Harris Road.

The Detroit Zoo has officially reopened its Polk Penguin Conservation Center (PPCC) after more than two years of renovations, and the zoo has welcome a new species.

Do we have a new celebrity psychic on our hands? The only way we’ll know is after Sunday night.

While shelter animals wait to find their forever home, they are in need of some help -- with food, shelter and medical care.

There’s a new tiger on the prowl at the Detroit Zoo.

The adult cats were found sick, in need of care and medical attention, HSHV said.