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The P w Print
Publisher: Maureen Volume No. 1001 Issue No. 3 January 2008
House Bill 5263
The MI House of Representatives is
considering a bill that would amend
sections of the MI Dog Law of 1919.
House Bill 5263, introduced by Rep.
Coleman A. Young II, specifically
eliminates MI’s animal control,
animal protection shelters and
public animal auctions from
releasing a dog or cat for research
or experimentation. The American
Humane supports Rep.Young’s bill
and encourages you to send a
supporting e-mail to your state
representative.
Senate Bill 350
Gov. Granholm signed S.B.350 on
November 1, successfully creating a
companion animal welfare fund for
MI. This law will allow taxpayers to
either designate a portion of their
state income tax refund, or make a
voluntary donation, to a new
interestbearing Companion Animal
Welfare Fund in the state Treasury.
The fund will make monetary grants
to animal welfare groups for
implementing innovative animal
sterilization and adoption programs
in our state.
Did you know . . .
The common belief that dogs are
colorblind is false. Dogs can see
color but it is not as vivid a color
scheme as we see. It is much like
our vision at twilight. But, dogs do
have better lowlight vision than
humans because of a special light-
reflecting layer behind their retinas.
The MI House of Representatives is
considering a bill that would amend
sections of the MI Dog Law of 1919.
House Bill 5263, introduced by Rep.
Coleman A. Young II, specifically
eliminates MI’s animal control,
animal protection shelters and
public animal auctions from
releasing a dog or cat for research
or experimentation. The American
Humane supports Rep.Young’s bill
and encourages you to send a
supporting e-mail to your state
representative.
Senate Bill 350
Gov. Granholm signed S.B.350 on
November 1, successfully creating a
companion animal welfare fund for
MI. This law will allow taxpayers to
either designate a portion of their
state income tax refund, or make a
voluntary donation, to a new
interestbearing Companion Animal
Welfare Fund in the state Treasury.
The fund will make monetary grants
to animal welfare groups for
implementing innovative animal
sterilization and adoption programs
in our state.
Did you know . . .
The common belief that dogs are
colorblind is false. Dogs can see
color but it is not as vivid a color
scheme as we see. It is much like
our vision at twilight. But, dogs do
have better lowlight vision than
humans because of a special light-
reflecting layer behind their retinas.
Happy New Year!
Benefits of Owning a Pet
In our hearts, we know that pets
enrich our lives. In recent years,
scientific studies have begun to
identify ways that companion
animals actually improve our
minds and bodies.
Caring for an
animal provides
a sense of
purpose
and fulfillment
and diminishes feelings of
loneliness and isolation. Pets
teach us about love and provide
us with unconditional affection and
friendship. Dog walking, grooming
and even petting increases
physical activity that strengthens
the heart and improves blood
circulation.
Senior citizens, in particular,
benefit from owning a pet.
Emotionally, pets bring new
meaning to the life of a senior
living away from friends or family.
They’re more active, cope better
with stress and have better overall
health because pets require action
from owners, even if it’s just
getting up to let a dog out or
brushing a cat. Of course, as with
any potential adopters, seniors
must take care to find a pet that
best fits their lifestyle and needs.
Benefits of Owning a Pet
In our hearts, we know that pets
enrich our lives. In recent years,
scientific studies have begun to
identify ways that companion
animals actually improve our
minds and bodies.
Caring for an
animal provides
a sense of
purpose
and fulfillment
and diminishes feelings of
loneliness and isolation. Pets
teach us about love and provide
us with unconditional affection and
friendship. Dog walking, grooming
and even petting increases
physical activity that strengthens
the heart and improves blood
circulation.
Senior citizens, in particular,
benefit from owning a pet.
Emotionally, pets bring new
meaning to the life of a senior
living away from friends or family.
They’re more active, cope better
with stress and have better overall
health because pets require action
from owners, even if it’s just
getting up to let a dog out or
brushing a cat. Of course, as with
any potential adopters, seniors
must take care to find a pet that
best fits their lifestyle and needs.
Birthdays
JANUARY: Abbey Schenk,
Tucker Conry, Carmine Bott,
Higgins Klassa, Lea Smith, Catie
Metas, Rocky Gurka, Gracie Siebert,
Lucy Sayre.
FEBRUARY: Obiwan Bixby,
Harley Farrow, Lambeau Pokrandt;
MARCH: Casey Engebretson,
Kenya Trotter, Daisy Noekle, Gretal
Bretz, Shadow Weidendorf, Bridie
Fransted
Welcome New Friends:
Angel and Mitzi Barnes, Max Kahm,
Tucker Short, Bailey Jackson and
Roufes Diehl.
Our Spotlight Dog:
Rocky McMahon
Rocky is a gorgeous GSD mix and
has been coming to Gone To The
Dogs for almost his entire life! Born
in Oct. 2004 and adopted from K-9
Rescue in April 2005, he has utilized
all of our services --
Agility,Obedience, Rally, Grooming
and
Daycare now that he is older and
more mature. Rocky is very lucky to
have two of the nicest caretakers
around. Tom and Julie have done
wonders with him and for him! We
are happy to count them among our
regulars.
JANUARY: Abbey Schenk,
Tucker Conry, Carmine Bott,
Higgins Klassa, Lea Smith, Catie
Metas, Rocky Gurka, Gracie Siebert,
Lucy Sayre.
FEBRUARY: Obiwan Bixby,
Harley Farrow, Lambeau Pokrandt;
MARCH: Casey Engebretson,
Kenya Trotter, Daisy Noekle, Gretal
Bretz, Shadow Weidendorf, Bridie
Fransted
Welcome New Friends:
Angel and Mitzi Barnes, Max Kahm,
Tucker Short, Bailey Jackson and
Roufes Diehl.
Our Spotlight Dog:
Rocky McMahon
Rocky is a gorgeous GSD mix and
has been coming to Gone To The
Dogs for almost his entire life! Born
in Oct. 2004 and adopted from K-9
Rescue in April 2005, he has utilized
all of our services --
Agility,Obedience, Rally, Grooming
and
Daycare now that he is older and
more mature. Rocky is very lucky to
have two of the nicest caretakers
around. Tom and Julie have done
wonders with him and for him! We
are happy to count them among our
regulars.
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