Hungry Howie Left to Starve for Nearly Three Months
Howie, or Hungry Howie seems to be a more appropriate name for a dog that was left to starve in a garage of a home in Kent County for nearly three months.
This loving, two year old Bull Dog/Pitt Bull mix was left to starve in the garage of a Kent County home after his owner was incarcerated. When rescued by Kent County Animal Control, Howie weighed in at a mere 30 pounds. "The average weight for a dog of this breed and age should be closer to 70 pounds" said Stephanie Ellinger, Animal Control Officer for Kent County Animal Control. Howie was immediately treated for dehydration and starvation. Veterinarians also had to perform a foreign body removal because he was eating anything that was within reach, including a ceramic bowl.
"Howie shows no signs of food aggression and is making a good recovery. Kent County Animal Control will be bringing Howie to Mackenzie's early this week where we will continue rehabilitating Howie and getting him ready for adoption." said Tommie Foote, Adoption Coordinator for Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary.Mackenzie's is seeking support to help with rehabilitating Howie and other dogs in need of care due to cases of abuse and neglect. To help our cause please click here to donate today or call 616-693-2490.
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Mackenzie's Yappy Hour is BACK for the summer and is now officially DOG FRIENDLY!!!
Come join us EVERY SUNDAY starting June 6th at HOP CAT from 1:00 - 4:00pm for a fun afternoon of socializing and fellowship with other dog lovers.
Date: Every Sunday Starting June 6th thru August 29th.
Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm
Where: 25 Ionia Ave. SW, downtown Grand Rapids, MI
Did you know Hop Cat has doggie beer and doggie biscuit's? How cool! Be sure to order some for your four-legged friend.
**Patio seating will be available for you and your four-legged friend.
**Cost: $5.00 at the door which will include a special discount of 25% off your total bill.
Yappy Hour proceeds will help Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary, the largest no-kill sanctuary in the Midwest dedicated to finding homes for abused, abandoned and neglected dogs.
Mackenzie's Mission:
- Find loving homes for abused, abandoned and neglected dogs.
- Spay/neuter our rescue dogs of age to stop the cycle of unwanted litters.
- Assist in public education for the betterment of our local animal community.
- Keep a high standard of excellence and professionalism.
- Maintain the highest standards of care for the animals, including veterinary care, housing, love, tenderness and compassion.
To learn more about adopting, volunteering and other ways to support Mackenzie's, visit www.mackenzies.info.
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