Overview
- Detroit Dog Rescue says its shelter is nearing capacity and is asking families to host a dog for two weeks to free space for animals brought in from the cold.
- The dogs DDR is placing are described as medium to large pit bull types that are potty-trained, temperament tested, and gentle.
- Rebel Dogs Detroit reports 100 to 150 daily contacts about pets left outdoors and urges residents to apply to foster.
- Rebel Dogs Detroit says it will pay for medical care, supplies, food, and training to support households that take in dogs temporarily.
- Detroit Animal Care and Control has opened an investigation into a dog found frozen to death and reminds residents that neglect is a misdemeanor, directing reports to 313-922-DOGS as single-digit highs and sub-zero lows with wind chills near minus 30 are forecast.