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We’ve assessed 43 organizations. Every one of them is listed here.

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14 organizations came through our assessment strongest.

Barry County Animal Shelter

HastingsGOLDBarry County Animal Shelter is dedicated to caring for, and improving the quality of life for the animals of Barry County residents.

Chippewa County Animal Control Shelter

Sault Ste. MarieGOLD

Capital Area Humane Society

LansingGOLDTo promote the humane treatment of companion animals through protection, placement, education, and example.

Delta Animal Shelter

EscanabaGOLDTo be the caring voice for animals in need.

Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.

FentonGOLDOur Mission Adopt-A-Pet, Inc. is a nonprofit animal center in Fenton, Michigan, dedicated to placing adoptable animals into loving, appropriate homes. We strive to reduce shelter overcrowding while pr

Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter

MasonGOLDWelcome to the Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter (ICACS), located in Mason, Michigan. Our primary mission is to serve our community by providing compassionate treatment and care for all animals

Ionia County Animal Shelter

IoniaGOLDOur Mission At the Ionia County Animal Shelter, we are dedicated to saving lives, one paw at a time. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that every animal in our care receives the support and attentio

SPCA of Southwest Michigan

KalamazooGOLDOur Mission The SPCA of Southwest Michigan is dedicated to working for the well-being of animals and creating an adoption-focused community in Southwest Michigan. We are committed to providing all ani

Macomb County Animal Shelter and Animal Control

Clinton TownshipGOLDOur Mission Macomb County Animal Control is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of our residents while promoting the humane and ethical treatment of all animals in our care. We are driven by

Michigan Animal Rescue League Inc.

PontiacGOLDOur Mission The Michigan Animal Rescue League is dedicated to being the community leader in non-profit animal welfare by providing the highest quality of life to dogs and cats through rescue, medical

Roscommon County Animal Shelter

PrudenvilleGOLDOur Mission The Roscommon County Animal Shelter is dedicated to the compassionate care and humane treatment of all animals found stray, abandoned, or surrendered in our community. We are committed to

Al-Van Humane Society

South HavenGOLDOur Mission At Al-Van Humane Society, we are dedicated to compassionately serving companion animals in our community by providing the best shelter, adoptive homes, education, and resources available.

Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society

DetroitGOLDTo serve animals by providing humane education, supporting and initiating affirmative legislative action, performing animal adoptions and animal rescues, reuniting lost pets with their families, and c

Michigan Humane - Mackey Center for Animal Care

DetroitGOLDChanging Lives Through Compassion Michigan Humane is dedicated to creating a more humane community by providing compassionate care for companion animals throughout Metro Detroit. We believe in the pow

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Barry

1 organization

Barry County Animal Shelter
HastingsGOLDBarry County Animal Shelter is dedicated to caring for, and improving the quality of life for the animals of Barry County residents.

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Berrien

1 organization

Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan
St JosephSILVERWelcome to the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan, located at 5400 Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI. Our dedicated team is passionate about the welfare of animals, and we firmly believe that 'It's All

Branch

1 organization

Humane Society of Branch County
QuincySILVEROur Mission The Humane Society of Branch County is dedicated to providing humane care and treatment for animals needing protection, while advocating for their welfare through education and responsible

Calhoun

1 organization

Companion Cats
Battle CreekBRONZECompanion Cats is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization made up of volunteers. Our mission is to find homes for altered un-owned cats to reduce overpopulation, thus ending the suffering of abandoned and

Chippewa

1 organization

Chippewa County Animal Control Shelter
Sault Ste. MarieGOLD

Clinton

1 organization

Capital Area Humane Society
LansingGOLDTo promote the humane treatment of companion animals through protection, placement, education, and example.

Crawford

1 organization

AuSable Valley Animal Shelter
GraylingBRONZEA Beacon of Hope for Every Pet At AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, our mission is simple yet profound: we are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and successful rehoming of homeless and abandoned d

Delta

1 organization

Delta Animal Shelter
EscanabaGOLDTo be the caring voice for animals in need.

Emmet

1 organization

Little Traverse Bay Humane Society
Harbor SpringsSILVERLittle Traverse Bay Humane Society has been in operation since 1951 and is a non-profit, no-kill, animal welfare organization in Harbor Springs, Michigan. We assist the residents of Emmet County, and

Genesee

1 organization

Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.
FentonGOLDOur Mission Adopt-A-Pet, Inc. is a nonprofit animal center in Fenton, Michigan, dedicated to placing adoptable animals into loving, appropriate homes. We strive to reduce shelter overcrowding while pr

Gratiot

1 organization

Dalis to the Rescue
AlmaBRONZEThe mission is to reduce the amount of strays/unwanted animals by spaying/neutering and educating everyone about the benefits of spaying/neutering their animal. Dalis to the Rescue also advocates for

Houghton

1 organization

Copper Country Humane Society
HoughtonSILVERThe Copper Country Humane Society (CCHS) is a non-profit (501c3) organization that is dedicated to the welfare and humane treatment of animals. CCHS provides the following services for Keweenaw, Bara

Ingham

1 organization

Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter
MasonGOLDWelcome to the Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter (ICACS), located in Mason, Michigan. Our primary mission is to serve our community by providing compassionate treatment and care for all animals

Ionia

2 organizations

Ionia County Animal Shelter
IoniaGOLDOur Mission At the Ionia County Animal Shelter, we are dedicated to saving lives, one paw at a time. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that every animal in our care receives the support and attentio
Mackenzies Animal Sanctuary
Lake OdessaBRONZEAt Mackenzie's, we rescue abused, abandoned, and neglected dogs from shelters and rescues across Michigan, giving them the second chance they deserve. Our work goes beyond rescue—we focus on carefully

Iron

1 organization

Northwoods Animal Shelter
Iron RiverBRONZEOur Mission At the Northwoods Animal Shelter, we are dedicated to inspiring compassion and respect for homeless, abused, and neglected animals. We strive to provide a safe, nurturing refuge while find

Jackson

1 organization

Cascades Humane Society
JacksonSILVERCascades Humane Society is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt public charity. We rely primarily on the generosity of individuals, foundations, corporations and special events to support our services, progra

Kalamazoo

4 organizations

SPCA of Southwest Michigan
KalamazooGOLDOur Mission The SPCA of Southwest Michigan is dedicated to working for the well-being of animals and creating an adoption-focused community in Southwest Michigan. We are committed to providing all ani
Animal Rescue Project
KalamazooSILVEROur Mission Animal Rescue Project is dedicated to saving homeless pets one at a time, providing the medical care they need, and placing them into loving, lifelong homes. We believe in creating brighte
Kalamazoo Animal Rescue
PortageSILVEROur Mission Kalamazoo Animal Rescue is devoted to providing refuge, medical care, and a nurturing environment for homeless, stray, and unwanted cats and dogs. Our ultimate goal is to find every animal
Kzoo Cat Cafe and Rescue
KalamazooBRONZEKzoo Cat Cafe and Rescue's mission is to provide temporary housing and care to local stray and abandoned cats in a relaxed, cage-free, social atmosphere where they can interact with other cats and peo

Kent

2 organizations

Kent County Animal Shelter
Grand RapidsSILVERThe Kent County Animal Shelter shall: • Provide temporary care and shelter for lost, unwanted and abused animals. • Seek placement of appropriate animals into responsible homes. • Implement program
Second Chance Cats of West Michigan
Grand RapidsBRONZETo give cats in need of more time, patience, care, and understanding a second chance!

Lapeer

1 organization

Paradise Animal Rescue
LapeerSILVEROur Mission 1. To assist in decreasing the overpopulation of cats and dogs in Lapeer County. (i.e. endorsing early-age spay/neuter, alteration prior to adoption and feral cat spay/neuter programs.) 2

Macomb

4 organizations

Macomb County Animal Shelter and Animal Control
Clinton TownshipGOLDOur Mission Macomb County Animal Control is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of our residents while promoting the humane and ethical treatment of all animals in our care. We are driven by
Humane Society of Macomb
Shelby TownshipSILVEROur mission statement: To help those who cannot speak for themselves. To provide humane care for unwanted, abused and injured animals. To prevent cruelty to animals. To place adoptable pets into good,
I Heart Dogs Rescue and Animal Haven
WarrenSILVERLead the no-kill movement by rescuing, rehabilitating, re-homing and providing a place of refuge for homeless dogs, while also providing a haven for the pets belonging to domestic violence survivors.
Serenity Animal Hospital
Sterling HeightsCLINICWe've got some great dogs & cats available! Check back weekly for new additions! Serenity Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic that is dedicated to not only servicing our community pets, but hel

Manistee

1 organization

Manistee County Humane Society/Homeward Bound Animal Shelter
ManisteeSILVEROur Mission Our mission is to provide food, shelter, socialization, and humane care for abandoned and relinquished animals until each one finds a permanent, loving home. We believe that every animal d

Marquette

1 organization

Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter
GwinnSILVERMission Our mission is to improve the quality of life and welfare for domestic animals and to provide a safe haven while finding lifelong homes for the animals in our care. We embrace the No Kill* ph

Mecosta

1 organization

Animal Rescue Coalition of Mecosta County
Big RapidsSILVEROur Mission The Animal Rescue Coalition of Mecosta County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing humane services to homeless and abandoned animals. We are committed to improving

Muskegon

1 organization

Faithful to Felines
MuskegonSILVERF2F is not your average cat shelter. We are a 401 (c) 3 non-profit cat and limited in-take shelter. We are powered entirely by volunteers. We help cats of every kind and are one of the few shelters to

Oakland

2 organizations

Michigan Animal Rescue League Inc.
PontiacGOLDOur Mission The Michigan Animal Rescue League is dedicated to being the community leader in non-profit animal welfare by providing the highest quality of life to dogs and cats through rescue, medical
K 9 Stray Rescue League
OxfordSILVERK-9 Stray Rescue League is a state and federally licensed non-profit group formed in 1990 primarily to save dogs on the euthanasia list at animal shelters.

Ogemaw

1 organization

Ogemaw County Humane Society
West BranchSILVEROur mission is to provide the animals in our facility with the best possible care. We take care of all the animals like they were our very own! Our goal is to find every single animal their forever ho

Roscommon

1 organization

Roscommon County Animal Shelter
PrudenvilleGOLDOur Mission The Roscommon County Animal Shelter is dedicated to the compassionate care and humane treatment of all animals found stray, abandoned, or surrendered in our community. We are committed to

Sanilac

1 organization

Sanilac County Humane Society
CarsonvilleBRONZEOur Mission The Sanilac County Humane Society is dedicated to providing essential shelter and compassionate medical care for homeless animals in our community. We strive to create lasting, permanent p

Van Buren

1 organization

Al-Van Humane Society
South HavenGOLDOur Mission At Al-Van Humane Society, we are dedicated to compassionately serving companion animals in our community by providing the best shelter, adoptive homes, education, and resources available.

Wayne

5 organizations

Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society
DetroitGOLDTo serve animals by providing humane education, supporting and initiating affirmative legislative action, performing animal adoptions and animal rescues, reuniting lost pets with their families, and c
Michigan Humane - Mackey Center for Animal Care
DetroitGOLDChanging Lives Through Compassion Michigan Humane is dedicated to creating a more humane community by providing compassionate care for companion animals throughout Metro Detroit. We believe in the pow
Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue
BellevilleSILVER
Shelter to Home
WyandotteSILVERShelter to Home is an animal rescue organization that works to save impounded animals in southeastern Michigan by placing them into foster home care until permanent and loving homes can be found.
WAG Animal Rescue
LivoniaBRONZEWAG Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit (501c3), domestic companion animal rescue organization dedicated to placing homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens in permanent, loving, responsibl