Adopt a pet during the dog days of summer

In a press release sent out by the Animal Control and Pet Adoption Center, The dog days of summer is a perfect time to adopt a pet. On Saturday, Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Oakland County Animal Control & Pet Adoption Center will host its Dog Days of Summer & Cool Cat Nights pet adoption event. Individuals and families may adopt a dog older than four months for $68.25 (normally $136.50) or $57 (normally $114) for a puppy younger than four months. The fees include vaccinations … [Read more...]

Patterson thanks students for helping Pet Adoption Center

Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson lauds the students at Waldon Middle School in Lake Orion Community Schools who raised over $3,000 to help animals at the Oakland County Animal Control & Pet Adoption Center. The Waldon Student Council organized the fundraiser and more than tripled their goal of $1,000 by raising $3,258 from May 14th-23rd through penny wars. In each of the students’ home rooms or STAR classes there was a jar to collect money. “This fundraiser shows great … [Read more...]

Animal Control steps up to help Sheriff collect coats for kids

Oakland County Animal Control & Pet Adoption Center is helping the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office keep kids warm this winter. For every new or clean used coat an individual donates to Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard’s “Coats for the Cold” drive at the center, he or she will receive $5 off pet adoption fees, up to $50. This year’s coat drive runs from Nov. 1-30. “This is a win-win for everyone,” Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson said. “Not only will some deserving kids have new … [Read more...]