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.
Aurora — Female American Pit Bull Terrier Mix
Meet Aurora! She is a 1-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix. Aurora is house-trained and knows several commands. She loves to cuddle up in her bed and get pets from her favorite people. Aurora seems to do well with respectful children and walks well on a leash. She may be too stressed currently to go home with another dog. If you’re interested in her, please visit HSWM!
About Aurora:
- Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix
- Age: 1 year
- Gender: Female
- Size: Medium
- Color: Brindle/White
- Spayed
- Animal ID: 35765730
To adopt, call 616.453.8900 or email adoptions@hswestmi.org.
Mr. Boop – Male Domestic Short Hair Mix
I’m a 6-year-old cat that was brought to Humane Society of West Michigan in April. I arrived in rough shape with severe hair loss, scabbing, and bleeding skin. It is believed that I have severe allergies and my skin has seen vast improvements since my intake with a customized diet and TLC. While I still have some scabs, I am on the road to recovery and can finally be placed into a forever home! I need a home willing to provide the TLC I need to continue to improve. Please come meet me to see if I am the right fit for your home!
About Mr. Boop
- Breed: Domestic Shorthair/Mix
- Age: 6 years
- Gender: Male
- Size: Small
- Color: Black/White
- Neutered
- Animal ID: 35153740
To adopt, call 616.453.8900 or email adoptions@hswestmi.org.
Millie – Female American Staffordshire Terrier
The staff at HSWM told me that I’m one of their favorites (not to tell anyone this, but I’m going to tell you!). I am 5 years old and so social and sweet. I love rolling around in the kiddie pool in the dog park here at HSWM. I love belly rubs, meeting new friends, and playing around. I do really well with other dogs, but I do prefer to play with male dogs (I currently am roommates with a male dog). I also get along well with children. My friends at HSWM think I’m such a cute and sweet dog and they can’t believe I haven’t been adopted already. Please come meet me at Humane Society of West Michigan and see if we are the right fit!
About Millie:
- Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire/Mix
- Age: 5 years
- Gender: Female
- Size: Medium
- Color: White/Black
- Spayed
- Animal ID: 35847275
To adopt, call 616.453.8900 or email adoptions@hswestmi.org.
Tonks – Female Domestic Short Hair Mix
I’m a gentle 4-year-old cat looking for my forever home! I can be a little shy at first, but after some time I warm up to new people and have so much love to give. I would do best in a home with older/respectful children. I want my new family to let me approach them in my time and have some safe spaces in the home where I can snuggle up. I would be a great fit for a relaxed home.
About Tonks:
- Breed: Domestic Shorthair/Mix
- Age: 4 years
- Gender: Female
- Size: Small
- Color: Black/White
- Spayed
- Animal ID: 20888394
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.
