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Family & Pets Michigan is filled with dog-friendly beaches.
Family & Pets 21 Dog-Friendly Michigan Beaches That’ll Give Your Pooch the Zoomies

Every dog has its day—beach day, that is. And you shouldn’t wander into uncharted waters looking for a pet-friendly beach, so here are the best sandy spots in Michigan to bring your best friend.

Lisa Green Lisa Green June 2, 2023 3:30 pm EDT
Family & Pets State officials said “several dogs" have fallen ill with the same symptoms in the state’s northern Lower Peninsula with an illness similar to canine parvovirus.
Family & Pets Health Authorities Investigate Deadly Illness Among Northern Michigan Dogs

State and federal agencies are investigating an unknown illness that's sickened dogs in northern Michigan and killed at least 30 canines in one county after they exhibited signs of a parvo-like illness.

Associated Press Associated Press August 24, 2022 9:17 am EDT
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Climate ‘Remarkable’ Story of Recovery: Otters Reclaim the Detroit River

River otters are back in the Detroit River for the first time in a century. That means clean-up efforts are working.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans May 6, 2022 6:17 pm EDT
Climate Photo Credit: Georgi Baird/Shutterstock
Climate ‘Remarkable’ Story of Recovery: Otters Reclaim the Detroit River

River otters are back in the Detroit River for the first time in a century. That means clean-up efforts are working.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans May 6, 2022 5:57 pm EDT
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Family & Pets Feast of St. Nick: 11 Can’t-Miss Holiday Brunches in Michigan

These family-friendly holiday brunches allow children opportunities to decorate cookies, make stockings, craft ornaments, and visit with Kris Kringle himself.

Lisa Green Lisa Green December 7, 2021 10:42 am EST

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Coronavirus Shelters Are Busier Than Ever During The Pandemic. Michiganders Are Stepping Up With Love.

Thanks to Michiganders, local shelters say they've gotten “overwhelming support” during coronavirus pandemic with the lowest occupancy rates in years.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer May 1, 2020 4:27 pm EDT
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Family & Pets How a Lost Dog From Miami Ended Up in This Michigan Resident’s Backyard

This Michigander is working to reunite a lost, likely stolen, dog to its original family in Florida.

Associated Press Associated Press March 24, 2020 11:07 am EDT