By Brooke Hotchkiss, Humane Society of West Michigan
Each week, WKTV features an adoptable furry friend (or few) from various shelters in the Grand Rapids area. This week, we focus on Humane Society of West Michigan, located at 3077 Wilson Dr. NW in Grand Rapids.
Humane Society of West Michigan’s mission is to rescue hurt, abused and abandoned animals and find them a new forever home. The 501(c)3 non-profit organization helps over 8,000 animals annually and is 100% donor-funded by caring individuals and businesses in the community. Additional programs help reduce pet overpopulation, provide assistance to low-income pet owners, behaviorally assess animals and reunite lost pets with their owners.
Esmeralda — Female American Pit Bull Terrier Mix
I’m a sweet and playful 1-year-old girl looking for my forever home. I recently had surgery to repair a hip joint issue and am recovering well in a foster home. I love to cuddle and sit on laps! I would do well in a home that is relaxed enough to give the time and TLC to recover from my surgery. If you’re interested in meeting me please call Humane Society of West Michigan!
More about Esmeralda:
- Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix
- Age: 1 years
- Gender: Female
- Size: Medium
- Color: White/Tan
- Spayed
- Animal ID: 34828096
To adopt, call 616.453.8900 or email adoptions@hswestmi.org.
Tiny — Male Domestic Shorthair
I’m a small 5-year-old cat who enjoys having my own space to snuggle up and snooze. I was transferred to HSWM from another animal shelter making much of my history a mystery. Adult cats, ages 5 months and older, have their adoption fees waived right now. Please come meet me and see if we are the purr-fect fit!
More about Tiny:
- Breed: Domestic Shorthair/Mix
- Age: 5 years
- Gender: Male
- Size: Small
- Color: Brown
- Neutered
- Animal ID: 34969206
To adopt, call 616.453.8900 or email adoptions@hswestmi.org.
Adoption fee includes:
- A physical done by the staff veterinarian
- A test for heartworm disease (if six months or older)
- A first series of vaccines including DHLPP (distemper combo), Bordatella (kennel cough) vaccine, and rabies (if older than 14 weeks of age)
- Spay/Neuter Surgery
- Treatment for internal parasites
- One dose of flea preventative
- One dose of heartworm preventative
The organization automatically microchips all adoptable animals using 24PetWatch microchips, which include FREE registration into the 24PetWatch pet recovery service. For more information visit www.24petwatch.com or call 1-866-597-2424. This pet is also provided with 30 days of FREE ShelterCare Pet Health Insurance with a valid email address. For more information visit www.sheltercare.com or call 1-866-375-7387 (PETS).
Humane Society of West Michigan is open Tues-Fri 12-7, Sat & Sun 11-4.
