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Humane Society of West Michigan

GR Police Department K-9 Unit to be honored at K-9 Cabaret

by Mary Ullmer (mullmer)

Submitted 05-16-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

When the staff at the Humane Society of West Michigan was brainstorming to develop a new fundraiser, the conversation turned to dogs in the community who have helped make a difference. The result is Thursday’s K-9 Cabaret, a first-time event...

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Program supervisor hopes to spread the word: KCAS is pet adoption option

by Mary Ullmer (mullmer)

Submitted 02-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Carly Luttmann is making great strides to change the perception of the Kent County Animal Shelter (KCAS). Indeed, thanks to Luttmann and her staff, it's clear the animal shelter is not your father's “dog pound.” Aside from...

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Bow Wows and Brews' continued growth sends them to larger venue

by Mary Ullmer (mullmer)

Submitted 02-06-2012 under NEWS

Pat Schoen did not anticipate how big the turnout would be when her organization C-SNIP started its Bow-Wows and Brews event three years ago. This year's event, which includes beer tasting from several local brew houses, food, a live auction,...

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New Bissell Pet Foundation will benefit animal organizations near and far

by Mary Ullmer (mullmer)

Submitted 02-01-2012 under NEWS

For more than 136 years, Bissell Homecare, Inc. has been synonymous with floor care equipment and cleaning products. In the past few years, Bissell also has established itself as a pet-friendly company, with a line of pet-specific cleaning products...

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In studio: All4One a free festival to benefit the Humane Society of West Michigan

by WYCE Radio 88.1 FM (WYCE)

Submitted 07-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Short on time? Download the interview and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW (11:55) Michele Fife of Seva Yoga and Nikki Outhier join us on air to alert animal lovers to a fundraiser for the Humane Society of West Michigan. All day on Saturday...

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