Resources

for the Community

We offer a variety of resources to assist our community with their furry friends. Whether you need guidance on training your pet at home, tips on finding a stray animal, advice on recognizing and reporting animal abuse and neglect, or help in locating a lost cat, we've got you covered.

Training resources

Your dog's physical and mental health are important. If you are experiencing problem behaviors in the home please consider: 

  • Could your concern be pain based? Step one: fix the pain (arthritis, UTIs, long nails, loose stool, itchy skin, etc.)

  • Like walking, playing fetch, going on a sniffy walk, running, getting the zoomies, etc.

  • Like food puzzles, agility, nose work, basic training, ability to chew, etc.

  • They should be able to sniff, roll, run at top speed, chew, try new tasty things, play with others, make choices, etc.

  • Try these things out and watch the difference in your dog. If it doesn’t change then reach out to a trainer or behaviorist for a consultation:

    Barks & Rec Dog Training
    barkranger.net
    (231) 590-7497

    Janelle Williams
    (231) 735-3658

    Jennifer Loup
    loupinetc.com
    (231) 392-3253

    Peaceful Paws Dog Training
    peaceful-paws-dog-training.com

    Or Find a Trainer/Behaviorist:

    iaabc.org
    ccpdt.org
    fearfreepets.com

Find a stray dog?

Contact your local Animal Control Organizations:

Grand Traverse Animal Control
gtcountymi.gov/771/Animal-Control
(231) 995-6080

Leelanau County Animal Control
leelanau.gov/animalcontrol.asp
(231) 256-8630

CHS is the housing and care facility for GTAC and LCAC, we can not give any information about the stray pets in our care or release pets to their owners. Please contact GTAC or LCAC directly for assistance. Thank you.

Animal Neglect and Abuse

If you encounter a situation like this, it is essential to take action promptly. Start by contacting local authorities or filing a police report. Reach out to local animal control to report your concerns. Remember, you are the voice for these animals, so don't hesitate to speak up. Be persistent in seeking help and gathering evidence from a safe distance. Avoid risking your safety or potentially harming the animals in the process. Consider contacting local prosecutors for further assistance in addressing the situation effectively. Your actions can make a difference in ensuring the well-being of animals in need.

Lost your dog or cat?

If you have lost your dog or cat, you can file a lost pet report with Cherryland Humane Society and your local animal control. Follow these steps:

  1. Email us the details and a photo of your pet

  2. Post to Facebook lost and found pages

  3. Reach out to newspapers and radio stations

  4. Create flyers to post in your neighborhood and around town.

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