Michigan Animal Shelter Rescue Network

🚨🐾 Leaving Dogs in Dangerous Heat Will Not Be Tolerated 🐾🚨

As temperatures begin to rise across Macomb County, Macomb County Animal Control would like to remind pet owners that dogs depend on us to provide safe and humane care.

Leaving a dog unattended in a parked vehicle can quickly become life-threatening. Even with windows cracked, temperatures inside a vehicle can soar within minutes, leading to heat stroke, organ failure, and death.

It is equally important to remember that it is not acceptable to leave dogs outdoors all day during extreme weather conditions.

It is unlawful to leave a dog outside and unattended for an unreasonable amount of time during periods of extreme weather when temperatures remain above 90°F. This applies to dogs in fenced yards, on tie-outs, in carriers, or otherwise exposed to the elements. Access to a doghouse alone does not satisfy the ordinance unless the structure is properly climate-controlled and weather-resistant.

Dogs left outdoors in extreme temperatures are at risk for:
• Heat stroke
• Dehydration
• Burned paw pads
• Physical distress and suffering
• Serious injury or death

Pet owners are responsible for ensuring their animals have appropriate shelter, protection from the elements, and are not left in conditions that could reasonably be expected to be injurious to their health or welfare.

⚠️ If you see a dog in distress inside a vehicle or left outdoors in dangerous weather conditions, please contact your local law enforcement agency or Animal Control immediately.

Our message is simple: If it is too hot for you, it is too hot for them.

Macomb County Animal Control is committed to protecting the animals in our community and will continue to educate, advocate, and enforce animal welfare laws when necessary.

UPDATE: 💙 Oliver’s next chapter starts now.

Thanks to your incredible support, Oliver received his eye removal surgery and is healing beautifully. From generous donations to story shares, to all the kind comments cheering him on, this sweet boy has been surrounded by love every step of the way.

And true to Oliver fashion, he’s taken it all in stride with a wagging tail and his signature happy-go-lucky spirit.

Now, this goofy, lovable chocolate lab is officially ready to find his forever home.

Oliver is the kind of dog who makes instant friends everywhere he goes. He loves people, dogs, snacks, and attention. Despite everything he’s been through, he remains endlessly joyful, affectionate, and full of charm. His remaining eye may need future surgical support down the road, and we would love for him to continue recovering in the comfort of a home filled with love. 🐾

To learn more and apply for adoption please visit https://marl.org/animal/oliver-2/

Have you been wanting to get a cat in to be spayed or neutered?

We still have several openings on Thursday!

For easiest scheduling, go to www.eatoncountyhumanesociety.org