Bertha, a gentle dog from the Calhoun County Animal Shelter, brought pure joy during a stroll along Battle Creek’s Linear Path this week.

 

The sunshine and fresh air, paired with Bertha’s nonstop tail wags, made for an uplifting experience and a reminder of the happiness animals can bring.

 

It’s easy to make a difference at the local shelter—volunteers are always welcome to walk the dogs, offering companionship and simple pleasures that mean the world to these animals.

 

If you’re unable to have pets at home, walking shelter dogs is an ideal way to enjoy “puppy therapy” while providing exercise and care to animals like Bertha.

 

Bertha is currently available for adoption at Calhoun County Animal Shelter, hoping her next walk could be with a loving new friend.

Cereal City Animal Alliance shines a spotlight on local adoptable pets every week, hoping to connect these deserving animals with loving families.

 

This week’s featured friends come from the Humane Society of South Central Michigan, offering a variety of personalities from energetic puppies to gentle older pets.

 

Each photo below leads to their adoption story, helping future owners learn more about their ideal match and the unique needs these animals have.

 

Adopting means transforming lives: not just for the pet you bring home, but for those who will be rescued in the space you help create.

 

Open your heart, browse the adorable faces, and discover which local companion might be the perfect addition to your family.

Ozzy, a resilient puppy, has captured Battle Creek’s heart after surviving being abandoned on the roadside inside a garbage bag.

 

Rescued at just six weeks old in critical condition, Ozzy’s journey from trauma to recovery has inspired the entire community.

 

Though still partially blind and deaf, his indomitable spirit shines through every day.

 

Support for Ozzy extends beyond the OzzyStrong Puppy Shower—each donation fuels vital care for all animals under A.S.K. and sustains free local services like spay/neuter surgeries.

 

Your gifts truly offer second chances to the most vulnerable creatures.

 

Celebrate in person at the OzzyStrong Puppy Shower, or give through trusted platforms to help more tales like Ozzy’s end in hope.

All Species Kinship (A.S.K.) is a powerful force for animal advocacy in Southwest Michigan, renowned for its tireless rescue efforts.

 

From retrieving abandoned geese in traffic to finding sanctuary for neglected dogs, A.S.K. steps in where others fall short.

 

Recently, a domestic Chinese goose and an injured Canada goose were found begging for food along Kalamazoo’s bustling streets, their flightless state leaving them vulnerable.

 

Thanks to quick action by a compassionate local, both birds were rescued—one now thriving in A.S.K.’s flock, and the other rehabilitated and released back to the wild.

 

Stories like these underscore Michigan’s problem of domestic bird abandonment, yet outreach from A.S.K. has sharply reduced cases in Calhoun County.

 

Among their most inspiring survivors is Ozzy, a puppy left for dead but revived through A.S.K.’s unwavering dedication, embodying the group’s 25-year commitment to compassion and resilience.

Cereal City Animal Alliance has officially launched, bringing a new hub for Battle Creek animal lovers.

 

Created by the team behind Cereal City Buzz, the newsletter and group focus on connecting local shelter pets with forever homes.

 

Each edition spotlights adoptable animals, shares heartwarming adoption success stories, and offers tips for pet care, fostering, and volunteering.

 

Working closely with All Species Kinship (A.S.K.), Calhoun County Animal Shelter, and the Humane Society of South Central Michigan, the Alliance aims to support these crucial organizations.

 

All newsletter sponsorship profits go directly to helping local pets—every ad or sponsor contribution brings more hope for animals in need.

 

If you want to support or adopt, Cereal City Animal Alliance is your gateway to making a difference and possibly finding your next furry friend.