Improving outcomes for Detroit’s homeless pets
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Who We Are
Friends of Detroit Animal Care & Control (FoDACC) is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization that supports the daily operations of Detroit Animal Care & Control (DACC), which is Detroit’s municipal shelter for stray pets. FoDACC is active in the areas of volunteer management, fundraising, donations, community outreach, foster programs, adoptions, in-shelter enrichment, and medical care for the animals.
Help Keep Pets in Their Forever Homes and Out of the Shelter
The best way to help homeless pets is to make sure they never become homeless in the first place. By following a few simple guidelines, we can significantly reduce the number of pets in shelters and ensure that every pet has a loving home. Let's work together to keep pets with their people. You can help spread awareness about responsible pet ownership within your circle. Encourage friends and family to adopt, spay/neuter, secure, and properly identify their pets.
Avoid Breeding
Overpopulation leads to more animals in shelters struggling to find homes. Spaying and neutering your pets are the most effective ways to prevent unwanted litters. Spaying and neutering not only helps control the pet population but also has health benefits, reducing the risk of certain diseases and behavioral issues.
Identify Your Pets
People who have lost a pet think it couldn’t happen to them, and yet 1 in 3 pets get lost at least once. Ensure your pets have proper identification, such as collars with tags and microchips. Proper identification increases the chances of a quick reunion if your pet is lost.
Secure Your Pets
Create a safe environment for your pets by securing your home and yard. Make sure fences are in good condition, and be cautious about open doors and windows. Keep dogs on a leash whenever they aren’t secured in your house or yard. Taking precautions can prevent accidental escapes and keep your pets safe.
Adopt, Don't Shop
Considering bringing a pet into your family? Adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue organization. Many wonderful animals are waiting for loving homes. Adopting not only saves lives but also helps reduce the demand for bad breeding practices that hurt pets and families.
Adoptable Animals
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Animal Surrenders by Owner
DACC always takes returned pets that were fostered or adopted from them. For all other owner surrenders in Detroit, please contact Michigan Humane.