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MACOMB TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- A deer was trapped after taking a swim in a Macomb Township pool on Tuesday morning, Local 4 reported.

The deer apparently jumped over a 4½-foot high fence to get into the in ground pool in the back yard of Lucy Dedene's home. more...

Slideshow: See Deer's Escape From Swimming Pool
Video: See Deer Pool Rescue

I entered Pepper and Daisy in Channel 4's Cutest Dog Contest.

See them here in "more cutest dog contestants" section! They are numbers 21 and 22 on the slideshow!

Now the waiting game!

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	Witness Says Llama Was Hurt In Attack

Stray Animal Was Attacked By Dogs

CANTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Strange noises in a rural Canton Township neighborhood led residents to discover an injured llama outside their homes Monday night.

The llama was trying to fend off a German shepherd and another dog that were attacking her along Ridge Road, near Warren and Joy roads, according to witnesses. Neighbors said they ran out to help the llama.

"The noises she was making sounded like a pig screaming," said neighbor Junnie Morrow.

The llama suffered injuries on her back and legs. Neighbors collected money to pay for veterinarian bills.

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WARREN, Mich. -- Their mother scurried amid flames, carrying the 2-day-old kittens one by one in her mouth to safety. She perished with the sixth and last kitten she went in to save from a house fire on July 13.

Now only two kittens remain from the litter.

Firefighters found the five living kittens outside the house and took them to an animal hospital in Harper Woods. The mouse-sized animals were given a 50 percent chance to live and placed in the care of Feline Friends Rescue in Warren.

For a month, the litter seemed to thrive. But two of them - Sparky and Ember - got sick and died last month.

Warren resident Martha Johnson, 58, who cares for the kittens dubbed the "fire babies," said the largest kitten, Phoenix , died Sept. 6 of lung complications related to smoke inhalation. more...

The Michigan Humane Society rescued a dog Tuesday that was stranded on Mud Island in Ecorse, according to Local 4 reports.

Authorities were able to trap the dog, which is described as being a Chow mix.

Residents in the area made several attempts over the past few weeks to save the animal. read on...

Michigan Humane Society Investigators spent Friday searching for dogs that may have been left out in the bitter cold, WDIV Channel 4 reports.

Investigators had already found one dog dead from exposure when they found a rottweiler chained to car inside an uninsulated garage.

After investigators spoke with the homeowner's daughter, she attempted to bring the dog indoors, but it snapped at her. At that point, investigators decided to seize the dog and bring it to the warm shelter.

Experts advise not to use blankets for dog beds as they retain water and freeze. They recommend hay or straw in dog houses at least 4 inches off the ground.

Read more from WDIV Channel 4...

Jefferson decided he would go down fighting, and because of his efforts, he has been granted permanent sanctuary. Jefferson is a steer who was delivered to the slaughterhouse.

He escaped from the Al-Badr Slaughterhouse in Detroit's Eastern Market on December 2nd and ended up at McDougall and Jefferson (Hence his new name). His story captured the hearts of thousands nationwide.

The slaughterhouse received hundreds of calls and emails urging the saving of Jefferson's life. Due to the public's concern, he has been donated to the Sasha Farm Animal Sanctuary. In return, Sasha has agreed to help pay for the expenses related to his escape and capture.

See the video of Jeffferson's escape...

A recent accident reminds us to keep a colse eye on our pets near partially frozen lakes...

Deborah Jeffers was walking her dogs near Sylvan Glen Lake in Troy this weekend when one ran onto the ices and fell through.

Jeffers ran to the rescue of her dog, yet she fell through as well. Neighbors tried to rescue her, but in the end police were called and eventually dragged her to safety.

Jeffers is recovering from hypothermia and her dogs are safe and sound. More on this story from WDIV Channel 4...

The Dexter Fire Department spent three hours pulling a horse from the mud on Wednesday. A tow truck had to be called in to assist.

"AJ" was stuck all the way up to his head in mud that resulted from the pouring rain earlier this week. He is expected to recover completely.

The firefighters refuse to be called heroes, but we give them 5 paws for their efforts!

read more from WDIV Channel 4...

Children from the Boys and Girls Club of Pontiac learned a lesson on photography and life from famed photographer Linda Solomon.

Kids had the opportunity to take pictures of dogs and cats up for adoption at the Michigan Humane Society. The animals were dressed in the latest holiday pet fashions and will appear on the Humane Society's greeting cards.

Buy Michigan Humane Society Greeting Cards

Learn more from WDIV Channel 4

Panleukopenia symptoms include diarrhea, lethargy and vomiting. This deadly virus was once referred to as "cat plague" because it had previously devistated cat populations. Vaccinations are available from your vet.

Michigan Humane Society shelters in Rochester Hills and Westland are reportedly not accepting cats from pet owners as a precautionary measure.

That policy is expected to remain in place until officials determine if there has been an outbreak of the deadly panleukopenia virus in the area, according to The Oakland Press.

read more on this important bulletin from WDIV Channel 4...

Where do you go when you want to find healthy, tasty, gourmet treat for your four-legged friend?

The Doggy Deli, located at 42395 Garfield in Clinton Twp, is just the place for dog owners that want a little something special for their best friend. The menu includes clever items like Carrot Pupcakes™, Pup-er-mint™ Breath Fresheners and Bow-Wow Brownies.

The deli features exciting events like professional photo sessions once a month, pet adoptions and "Yappy Hour" Thursday from 5-7pm where singles are encouraged to bring their pups and meet each other. Find out more at www.doggydeli.com.

The Doggy Deli is a strong supporter of animal rescues. Five Paws to this fine organization!
    

The New Baltimore Police Department needs help with the cancer treatments for one of its officers. "Cubby" has assisted in over 290 arrests and is the department's only canine.

He's been going through expensive cancer treatments, as much as $600 per visit, and they have been working well.

Cubby's not out of the woods yet so the Police Department is having a fundraiser to help put the cancer into remission.

Find out how to help...

Hundreds of dogs, cats and small and furries will be up for adoption at the Detroit Zoo on September 27 & 28, 10am to 5pm!

This 3rd annual event features the Michigan Humane Society as well as 24 other organizations. Adoption fees vary by the organization but the animals are spayed or neutered and up to date on their shots.

Editors Note: as the proud owner of an adopted pet, Daisy, I put my highest recommendation on this event. Not only is it cheaper that going to a breeder, an adopted pet truly knows that you have saved their life and are forever grateful!

Daisy says...open your heart to an animal in need, just like I used to be!

Now held in the spring and fall, "Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo" is made possible by a partnership between the Michigan Humane Society and the Detroit Zoo. This partnership, along with community support, has grown the event into the largest off-site adoption event in the country, placing nearly 8,000 animals since 1993. In 2001, the fall event was added in order to place more homeless animals.

Sponsored by Oldies 104.3 WOMC, 99.5 WYCD Detroit's Best Country and Mirror Newspapers, "Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo" is held outdoors under tents in the Detroit Zoo front parking lot at 10 Mile Road and Woodward Ave. There is no charge for admission to the adoption event or for parking.

This 4 month old Australian Blue Heeler pup named "Aussie" was badly beaten in a Dearborn neighborhood on August 26th.

Follow Up: Anonymous witnesses have reported that it was a group of "kids" that beat up poor Aussie. Investigators still need those witnesses to come forward to testify.

Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter is offering the reward.

Think she's cute in the picture? Click here to read a little more from WDIV Channel 4 and see a video!

Jordie, a German Shepherd from Jordan, was brought to the United States by a caring citizen, Carmen Brining, and Four Paws Trail, a local non-profit that helps animals find homes.

He suffers from a birth defect giving him bow legs and floppy feet.

Donations are being taken to help pay for the $5000 surgery.

Read on to find out how to help...

The owner of the dogs, living on Detroit's East Side, was found dead on Sunday morning.

Concerned neighbors could hear the dogs barking and scratching inside the home and threw food inside on Tuesday.

The Michigan Humane Society investigated and was in the process of getting a warrant when animal control cut a lock to get inside.

There was some initial question as to the proper procedure and which organization should perform the rescue, but the two have been turned over to the Humane Society.

They may be up for adoption soon. more from WDIV Channel 4...

A retired Southgate Councilwoman is petitioning the city to award medical care to retired police officers, including K9s.

Hero, pictured here, (photo from WDIV Channel 4) served 10 years on the police force and now suffers from nose cancer and arthritis. His ailments are directly related to his service on the police force.

The Southgate mayor feels that money should be spent in other ways.

The city councilwoman is collecting signatures to get the issue on the November ballot...

More from WDIV Channel 4...

The fifth floor of the Fisher Building in downtown Detroit was the spot that Mom and Dad Peregrine Falcon chose to house their nest.

Unfortunately, the spot was a little too unsafe. The fifth floor houses the offices of the Girl Scouts, and some good samartins brought the 18 day old chicks to saefty. The little ones will be tagged and then put back in their nest, moved to a safer place in the fifth floor.

Pepegrine falcons were once endanged and unheard of in the Detroit area.

more from WDIV channel 4...

An American soldier resqued a German Shepard from the hands of a few Iraqis. He found them beating the dog and dragging it by a wire.

The soldier, who happens to be a veterinarian, cared for the dog at camp, and then spent $1,500 of his own money to fly the dog to the care of a friend in Michigan.

When the soldier returns, he will bring the dog home with him to Texas. BRAVO!  WDIV Channel 4