ABUSED PUPPY RESCUEDBy Deb Allen, Volunteer Foster Parent

An anonymous tip led Deputy Gaines to the home of an adorable five month old German Shepherd mix puppy. The caller said the dog’s owner beat the dog and a cat. The animals

owner, Charles L. Hubbell 22, of Okemos, was not home when the Deputy arrived. Witnesses told her the owner beat the puppy (his leg was broken), and ground his face into the pavement. At times they heard the little dog, Auggie, screaming in pain. Auggie’s leg had been injured a

month before her visit. The puppy had been suffering in pain the entire time. The owner was also seen throwing a cat against the wall, and it fell limp to the floor.

Deputy Gaines immediately removed Auggie from the home. He was brought to the

Shelter and to a veterinarian for immediate care. The cat was no longer in the home. Neigh-bors said the cat had been seen hanging around the area. Some of the kind neighbors may have been caring for the cat.

When I first laid eyes on the sweet little shepherd, he was resting quietly in the office. He

had just returned from surgery to remove his rear leg. The veterinarians could not save his leg. The injury had just been there too long. The hip area was shaven and stitches ran across and down the joint area. Auggie has been beaten by his owner.

My heart went out to him. I laid on the floor next to him and gently petted him. He was incredibly sweet and friendly. “Can I foster him?” They said yes. (continued on page 4)

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Shelter Hours

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 AM - 6 PM Wednesday 11 AM - 8 PM Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM Sunday & Monday CLOSED Excluding all County Holidays

PET PROTECTOR

I n g h a m C o u n t y a n i m a l C o n t r o l & S h e l t e r

Animal Cops

Animal Control Officers

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Cruelty Report

Dog fighting in our community

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Upcoming Events

Humanitarian Awards

Adopt-a-thon

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Working for Shelter

Partnership with DOC

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Ingham County

Animal CopsThe old label ‘dog catcher’ doesn’t begin to describe the profes-sional animal control

services that our Animal Control Offi-cers (ACOs) provide

to Ingham County human and non-human residents. Our deputies risk life and limb by going out to

every corner of Ingham County saving the lives of animals in our community. They provide rabies prevention services, rescue animals from abuse, neglect, disease, star-

vation, and give sanctuary to thousands of animals each year.

Police and city officials call on ACOs day and night to answer calls from the rou-tine to the bizarre: cats, dogs, chickens,

geckos, parrots and sugar gliders - to name a few.

Our ACOs are trained to handle not

only frightened or aggressive animals, but often more difficult, hostile people. Our officers commonly mediate disputes be-

tween neighbors when barking dogs or roaming cats create a public nuisance. And, of course, they pick up lost or aban-

doned animals. It can be heartbreaking when they bring a lost pet to the shelter that they suspect is a beloved family com-panion. But the pet has no ID, license or

microchip to identify them.

Because of these public servants, our

community is a safer place to live where lost or abused companion animals have a safe haven to find their way back home.

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Students Helping Animals

Animals Helping StudentsA wonderful partnership exists between Ingham County Animal Shelter and Ma-son High School’s Community Based Instructional Program. Students visit the shelter to work on job, social and communication skills. They help in many ways such as folding letters, stuffing en-velopes, calming frightened cats, and teaching dogs sit, down, fetch and come. Training the dogs and working with the cats, builds confidence in the students and confidence of the animals. And on more than one occasion, students who were limited in speech, started speaking more and increased their vo-cabulary.

Cruelty Report Ingham County's first felony

dogfighting case in years has ended in a prison sentence for a 38-year-old

Lansing man.Delton Jones was convicted of running

a dogfighting business in his former Pleas-

ant Grove Road home, and was sentenced to between 1 1/2 and five years in prison.

“Jones owned dogs that either were

seriously injured or killed during fights”, Ingham County Circuit Judge James Gid-dings said during the hearing. Allowing that to happen, Giddings said, ”violated a

fundamental human responsibility to pro-tect and care for animals kept as pets.” "Society expects more," he told Jones. "I

expect more."Jones was convicted of possession of

devices used for dogfighting and possession

of animals used for dogfighting. Authori-ties said he bred and trained pit bull terri-ers to fight and even held fights at the south

side home. A jury found him not guilty, however, of hosting dog fights.

Animal Control Director Jamie McAloon-Lampman said during the hear-

ing that dogfighting causes both the ani-mals and the community to suffer. "This blood sport," she told Giddings, “draws

elements such as drugs and gambling that "bring down our neighborhoods."

Dogs confiscated from Jones' house

had multiple injuries - puncture wounds and old scars - consistent with fighting.

Lansing Man charged with Six

Counts of Animal AbuseCharles Lamont Moore , 32 years of

age, of 1116 N. Walnut St., Lansing was

charged with six counts of animal aban-donment and animal cruelty related to the poor condition his dogs were discovered in

when officers responded to the scene of one pit bull dog found dead in a pen with several other dogs. The conditions the dogs were found in were dire and the

house the dogs were confined in was dis-

covered to be in such poor shape it was red tagged by City Code Compliance agent. A trial date has not been set as of this date.

Man Suspected of Killing Dog with Shovel

A felony warrant was issued for Doug-

las Charles Flynn, 25 years of age of 1414 W. Shiawassee St., Lansing for the one count of animal abuse-the killing/torturing

of an animal. Officers of Ingham County animal control investigated a complaint that Flynn had killed the family pet of a friend who had been visiting Flynn’s home.

Evidence indicated Flynn may have killed the dog with a shovel and buried the dog (a sheltie mix) in the back yard before the

acquaintance returned. A trial date has not been set in this case to date.

Report Animal Abuse on the

Anonymous Tip Line 517-676-8376 or jmcaloon@ingham.org.

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Animal Neglect Law UpdateThere was a change in the Michi-

gan Penal Code in April 2008. Section

50 of the Michigan Penal Code (1931, Public Act 328, as amended) was amended on April 1, 2008 to toughen

the penalties against individuals charged with animal neglect. For ex-ample, per section 50(4)(b) , a person involved in a violation of this section

involving 2 or 3 animals or to which violation of this section resulted in the death of an animal could be imprisoned

for up to a year. For more information on this law go to www.legislature.mi.gov

Neglect of animals is one of the most

difficult cases to prosecute because ma-licious intent to starve or kill the animal is not always present.

Abused Puppy Rescued (continued from page 1)

Auggie was fostered in my home for 4 1/2

months. He recovered from the surgery and

started bounding around the house like any happy puppy. He chewed up magazines, found the double sided tape and stuck it all over the

wood floor. Auggie made friends with the neighbor dogs, kids and adults. And he even learned not to chase my cats. Auggie was the perfect dog, and I fell hopelessly in love with

him.Charles L. Hubbell was arrested on Octo-

ber 28, 2008. In December of 2008, he

pleaded guilty and was convicted of a 90 day misdemeanor, 18 months probation and restitu-tion cost to Ingham County Animal Control.

He cannot posses or own any animals during the probation. He is also subject to random inspections by Ingham County Animal Control. Charles Hubbell served 44 days of a 90 day sentence.

After the case was resolved, Auggie was ready to find a new home. Auggie’s photo in his santa hat, and a description of the wonderful dog was placed on the shelter’s website. One day a call came from a couple wanting to see Auggie. The couple came to my house and in no time were

completely in love with him. They adopted him the next day. Somehow I managed to keep my tears in check. The joy on the new owners face made it all worth while. The perfect dog had found the perfect home.

Auggie’s surgery was paid for with 100% citizen donations.

Help more dogs like Auggie, by donating to the Ingham County Animal Shelter (page 7).

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Mark YourCalendarsHumanitarian Awards BanquetCadillac ClubLansingMarch 13, 20096:00 PM-9:00 PMAdopt-A-Thon

30 hourFifth Third Bank OkemosMay 16-17, 2009

Our Wish List

Toys, Raw Hide Bones, Canned Food for Dogs and Cats, Blankets, Rugs, Kuranda Dog Beds

Kitty Litter, Stainless Steel Bowls, collars, cloth leashes, Kongs, Cheez-wiz, dog crates

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Working Together for Shelter Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter considers dogs to be part of the family pack who deserve to sleep indoors with their

family. But we recognize, that not everyone agrees. Due to a collaboration with the Michigan Department of Corrections (DOC) and their innovative program called Dogs in Need Program we have the opportunity to give Ingham County outside-only dogs a better

life with houses made by the DOC. These weather resistant dog houses are provided at no charge to eligible residents. If you have a new or gently used dog house that you would like to donate to our dog house outreach program, please contact Teresa Carter at 517.676.8373. We also need beds, treats and toys to deliver with the dog houses, so even those dogs living outdoors know some of the comforts of home. If you have an outside dog and want information about the benefits of making them part of your family pack,

please go to our website for more information. www.ingham.org/ac

Jim Gornick (right), School Principal of Correctional Facilities, DOC

Girl Scout Troop 436 Troop 436 from Holt donated blankets, leashes, dog food, kitten food, kitty litter, toys and treats for the homeless animals at the Shelter.

Conduct a FundraiserCommunity groups can conduct fundraisers to help

the homeless animals : car washes, bake sales, collect

cans, garage sales or collect donations at school and

sporting events. Want to conduct a fundraiser ?

Call the Shelter at 517-676-8383.

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Adopt Near YouPetco in Frandor 517-333-8544Our shelter cats 7 days a weekFamily Farm & Home in Mason 517-676-9870

Our shelter dogs 7 days a week

Surf the Web for Petswww.ingham.org/ac www.adoptapet.com www.petfinder.com

Adoption Events at Local StoresPetsmart in Okemos . First Saturday . noon - 4Petco in Frandor . Third Friday . 5:30 - 8:30

Soldan’s in Okemos . Third Sunday . noon - 4

Just Like FamilyVolunteer foster parents care for

the homeless animals of Ingham

County - just like family. Our foster

parents have the security of access to

veterinary, behavioral and support

services. Because we believe every

homeless pet deserves a place that feels

like home, our foster care program

now exceeds over 20 active foster

homes.

We especially wish to thank the

numerous members of our community,

who opened their hearts and homes to

dozens of dogs during our renovations.

The dogs needed temporary foster care

while critical dog housing renovations

were complete. The outpouring of

support for these animals saved lives. It

also provided important information

about each dog’s personality and be-

havior in a home environment. Many

of the dogs were adopted by their tem-

porary foster parents.

If you are interested in finding out

more about our foster care program

please go to our website

www.ingham.org/ac, or call the Foster

Care Coordinator, Cindy Knoop at

517-676-8372.

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WE FOUND HOMES * THANKS FOSTER PARENTS 7

Gone 2 The Dogs - To the RescueSome may feel that coats for homeless pets is just silly.  How-

ever, we have special needs dogs that require coats for comfort and survival. Very young puppies, ill, malnourished and some senior

dogs require extra

warmth sometimes just to survive until they are well again.  We wish to thank

Gone 2 the Dogs in Old Town, Lansing for providing high

quality coats that are being used for our dogs and pup-

pies in need.

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ADOPT . VOLUNTEER . DONATE

INGHAM COUNTY

ANIMAL CONTROL & SHELTER

600 Curtis StreetMason, MI 48854

www.ingham.org/ac