Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue
Our Mission
Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue provides a safe haven for cats and dogs in need, offering care, compassion, and the opportunity to find loving homes. We are dedicated to educating our community on responsible pet ownership and celebrating the unbreakable bond between people and animals.
Our Journey
Founded in April 2003 by Pete and Marcy LaFramboise, FMAR began as a non-profit rescue committed to helping local animals. Over the past 20 years, we have grown from a single building into a 6.5-acre farm facility designed to provide comprehensive care and sanctuary for our residents.
Providing a Safe Haven
Our facility has evolved to include specialized spaces such as the Cat Haven, a large community cat area, and the Dog Retreat, which houses up to 24 dogs. We also maintain a dedicated building for the isolation of sick animals and Sumpter Township strays, ensuring that every animal receives the specific medical attention they require. Supported by six employees and over 100 dedicated volunteers, we pride ourselves on maintaining a clean, compassionate environment where animals can thrive while awaiting their families.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe that every adoption is a meaningful partnership, which is why our goal is to match the right pet with the right family. Our adoption process is designed to ensure a successful, healthy, and safe transition for both you and your new companion. We are here to support you throughout this exciting journey, providing the guidance and information needed for a lasting, loving relationship.
Join Us
Whether you are looking to welcome a new furry friend into your home, volunteer your time, or support us through a donation, you are an essential part of our mission. Please explore our website to browse our adoptable animals, check our visitor hours, or discover the many ways you can help us continue saving lives.
- Staff dedication and knowledge
- Well-maintained facilities
- Allegations of judgmental communication
10/13 - We sometimes wonder if Bailey’s ears have an off switch… 🤔👂 And if they do, we’re pretty sure she controls it herself! 😂 👀 Watch until the end! #allears #selectivehearing #adoptabledogs #fmar #animalrescue
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10/8 - Meet Max. ❤️ This is his story, and how this sweet 6-year-old boy ended up in our care. Max has already been through more than any dog should, but every week he continues to take another big step forward. He’s learning to trust, learning that he’s safe, and slowly discovering what it feels like to be loved. Now, Max is ready for the next chapter — a forever home with a patient, loving adopter who will give him the fresh start he’s always deserved. 🐾 Max is adoptable through Friends of Michigan Animal Rescue. If you think you could be his person, click the link in our bio to learn more about him and apply. You can also DM us with any questions. ❤️ Help us find Max his forever home.
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10/4 - Come along with Faith as she tackles some agility exercises in the FMAR training room! She’s putting those paws, muscles, and brain to work and having so much fun while she’s at it! 🐶💪🧠 Now who’s ready to let Faith test out her skills in a home of her own? 🏡🐾 #adoptabledogs #fmar #animalrescue #agilitytraining #bellevillemi
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10/3 - 🎤 Beau Beau feat. the FMAR ensemble — Rex, Faith & Bailey. These songbirds have been waiting their whole lives for this moment. 😂🎶 No record deal yet… but we’re accepting offers. 🐶✨ #fmar #adoptabledogs #animalrescue #bellevillemi #adopt
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9/23 - 🥋🐶 Benny may have mastered Kung Fu, but there’s one thing he hasn’t mastered yet: finding his furever home! 🏡❤️ He’s got the moves, the personality, and enough paw-some energy to keep you laughing! 😂🐾 To learn more about Benny or to schedule a visit, click the link in the comments! #fmar #adoptabledogs #kufung #animalrescue #bellevillemi
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9/22 - We’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who came out this past weekend, rain and all, to our FMAR Community Day! 🌧️🐶🐱 While the day didn’t quite go as planned, we pushed through — because that’s what FMAR does every single day. We keep showing up for the cats and dogs in our community who have nowhere else to go. ❤️ A special thank you to our event sponsors, 24Pet Watch and Belleville Central Business Community, and to all of our amazing community partners who donated towards our giveaways: 🎃 The Pumpkin Factory 🍔 A&W Belleville 🎳 Lodge Lanes ☕ Moody Brews Coffee ⚡ ZapZone Taylor 🦁 Detroit Zoo 🌲 DNR Outdoor Adventure Center 🏛️ Detroit Historical Museum / Dossin Great Lakes Museum 🚤 Diamond Jack’s Riverboat Tours 🎬 Emagine Movie Theaters 🍎 Wiard’s Orchard 🍔 Savvy Sliders 🥖 Sourdough Belleville Bread Basket And of course, we couldn’t do any of this without our incredible staff, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to plan and organize the day, and every volunteer who braved the rain and came out to help. 💚🥹💜 It takes a village — and we truly have the best! 🐾 If you’d like to continue supporting FMAR and the animals in our care, save the date for our annual Spayghetti & No Balls Dinner on October 15th! 🍝🐾 Thank you for showing up for FMAR — rain or shine! 🌧️❤️🐾
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