On August 19th 2022, a group of reptiles was surrendered to HSHV. Being reptile certified and working in Back-of-House at HSHV, I was able to assist with checking them in. They weren’t in the best condition, especially this little veiled chameleon sitting in an Amazon box on the counter. When I walked over and slowly put my hand into the box to pick him up, he instantly crawled up on my hand and just stared at me as I lifted my hand out of the box. He never once got upset or tried to bite while we were looking him
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Monthly Archives March 2023
Does your puppy need socialization… or desensitization?
While the benefits of socializing puppies are well known, not every pup should be pushed into more situations. Here's what to do for those scaredy pups.
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Danger: Cat’s tummy
It’s an often-repeated tip, but not as often followed: "Never pet a cat’s tummy!” What does this mean, and why does it happen?
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Student Council Kindness
The student council members of the Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor are so kind! They love animals and chose to sponsor HSHV. Students ran a concession stand during school events, and used the funds raised to purchase supplies for the animals at HSHV! They donated numerous items including blankets, toys, towels, and other cat supplies. Thank you so much! We are so grateful for your kindness and generosity, and we know the animals are too!
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Thoughtful Troop #40271
The members of Girl Scout Troop #40271 are very kind! They love animals and giving back to the community, which is why they decided to help HSHV. Troop members collected recycled fabrics and made cat beds for the cats at HSHV. Thank you so much, Troop #40271! We appreciate your kindness, and we know the cats will love the beds you made for them!
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Zoey Gives Back
Zoey is very kind! Zoey’s family adopted their dog (Dale) from HSHV in 2012, which inspired her to collect donations to help the other animals at HSHV. She asked for donations instead of birthday gifts and received towels, beds, toys, treats, and leashes. Thank you so much, Zoey! We are so grateful for your wonderful donation and happy birthday from all of us!
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