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Established in 2003, FMAR is a 501(c)3 rescue for dogs and cats in Belleville, MI and the holding site for Sumpter Twp strays.

Open Saturdays 11a–3p for walk-ins; M–F by appt. This page is for marketing only—please call/email for personal inquiries.

10/30/2026

🥳 Happy Tails Roscoe! 🐾

Roscoe came to us as a surrender, and this sweet boy needed a little extra time to feel safe. He was incredibly scared when he first arrived, and earning his trust wasn’t easy. We celebrated every little milestone and every volunteer who managed to earn a spot in his circle of trust. With each new connection, we grew more hopeful that his stay with us wouldn’t be a long one. ❤️

And then, one Saturday, a wonderful family walked through our doors, and the connection was almost instant! After a short sleepover to make sure it was the perfect fit, the family knew Roscoe was their boy! 🏡

We couldn’t be happier for Roscoe and his new family!

10/30/2026

Bailey’s talents are endless, and she’s here to show you a little Trick AND treat! 🎃✨

Check out Bailey’s magic, then come see us TOMORROW for Trick or Treat at FMAR! We’ll be celebrating from 11a-3p. Costumes, treats, and plenty of Halloween fun await! 🐾👻

10/29/2026

🐱 Happy National Cat Day! What better day to give you an update on Mama and her babies who were recently abandoned on our property.

This little family is doing great, and you might notice there’s been a little addition! 😂 One of the kittens looks a bit different from the rest, and that’s because someone brought us an orphaned kitten the very next day. Mama and her babies welcomed this precious little one with open paws, and just like that, our family of four became a family of FIVE!

So, without further ado, meet Mama Croissant, Macaroon, Tart, Scone and bonus baby Strudel! 🥐❤️

We would be remiss if we didn’t also thank everyone who stepped up to support this sweet abandoned family. Because of YOU, we raised $1,100 to help care for them!

Thank you for showing this little family so much love. It takes a village, and we’re so grateful to have you in ours! ❤️

10/28/2026

🎃🐾 Bailey here with an important announcement! 🐾🎃

Our Trick-or-Treat event is just 3 DAYS AWAY! 👻🍬

Come visit us at FMAR this Saturday, October 31, from 11 AM–3 PM!

Grab your costumes, bring the family, and come celebrate Halloween with us! 🐶🧡

📍 Friends of Michigan Animals Rescue
51299 Arkona Rd, Belleville, MI

For more info: 🔗 https://m.facebook.com/events/2392641321561131/

10/28/2026

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Young male Shepherd Mix dog. Found 10/27 later in the day near Bemis & Sumpter Rd. If you know this dog please call or text us 734-328-9517! He’s scared and misses his people!

10/27/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨

Please share to help protect potential adopters!

Someone is impersonating FMAR! A couple came across puppies posted as available for adoption on TikTok and was directed to contact the person through WhatsApp. During their conversation, the scammer used FMAR’s name, address, phone number, and even a staff member’s full name to make the scam appear legitimate.

The scammer reportedly demanded electronic payments prior to pickup through Zelle, Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, and Apple Pay gift cards.

Believing they were adopting a dachshund for a $750 adoption fee, the couple drove THREE HOURS from Indiana to pick up their new pup. Instead, they arrived at FMAR after hours and discovered they had been scammed. 💔

Here’s what you need to know:

🟢Our adoption fees and process are listed on our official website: https://www.friendsofmichigan.org/adopt/. Every application must be screened before an adoption appointment is arranged, and we NEVER accept payment before this process.

⚠️Remember: Just because someone uses FMAR’s name, contact information, or even the names of people associated with our rescue does NOT mean the communication is legitimate. Scammers can use real information to make their schemes appear convincing. Always verify that you are communicating directly with FMAR through a verified contact method.

If you encounter this scam, save screenshots, report the account to the platform, and notify us. If you’ve already sent money, contact your payment provider immediately.

We are heartbroken and frustrated that someone would use our rescue’s identity to take advantage of people hoping to give an animal a loving home. Please share this warning so others don’t fall victim!

10/26/2026

As the weather gets cooler, we typically see a significant drop in bottle and can donations. We’d love your help keeping those donations coming in! Every Michigan returnable helps support the animals at FMAR, and it all adds up. ❤️

♻️ HOW TO DONATE

Contactless drop-off is available daily from 9a-5p

📍 Drop-off Location:
51299 Arkona Rd
Belleville, MI 48111

🚗 Can’t make it to us? Message us to see if pickup is available!

We are also looking for businesses or communities willing to host bottle drives or do ongoing collections on our behalf!

Your returnables help turn empty bottles and cans into care for the animals waiting for their forever homes.

Thank you for supporting FMAR! 🐶🐱❤️

10/26/2026

💖 Third time’s the charm for Dora! 💖🐾

Our sweet girl Dora was adopted twice and returned both times because she had “too much energy.” 🥺 But we knew her perfect match was out there somewhere!

Thankfully, Dora got to spend time in a loving foster home while she waited for a forever family. And then along came Peggy, at just the right time! 🏡❤️

✨ Patty saw the special girl Dora is and gave her the chance to finally settle into the loving home she deserves.

Congratulations, Dora and Patty! We couldn’t be happier for you both! 🐶💕

10/25/2026

🏈🦁 Izzy is ready to cheer on the Detroit Lions! 💙🩶

She’s got the team spirit, now all she needs is a forever family to celebrate every touchdown with! 🐾

Make Izzy your MVP! 🏡

🔗 https://www.friendsofmichigan.org/adopt

10/24/2026

🚨 Please do not dump cats on our property! 🚨

This morning, we found a mama cat and her three kittens abandoned in a box on our property. 💔

They’re now safe with us, but they were frightened and vulnerable. They could have escaped, been attacked by a predator, or been exposed to the colder morning temps. Abandoning animals is dangerous and not okay.

FMAR is a small rescue with limited space and financial resources. We receive no government funding and sometimes must pause intake for space and so we can properly care for the animals already in our care. We also often have a waiting list of people who have followed our intake process and are waiting for an opening. When animals are dumped on our property, it doesn’t just put those animals at risk. It also impacts the people who are doing their best to get animals to us the right way.

We understand that people can become overwhelmed and may not know where to turn. But dumping animals is never the answer. Please contact a rescue or shelter for guidance instead of leaving animals and hoping for the best.

❤️ Mama and her babies need our help. Standard veterinary care to get them adoption ready costs about $185 per cat, assuming no additional medical concerns. Some of the kittens also have noticeable upper respiratory infections (URIs), so they’ll need extra care.

If you’d like to help with the care expenses for mama and her babies, we would be incredibly grateful!

🐾 Please don’t dump animals. If you need help, ask. We may not always have space, but we can try to help you find a safe solution.

💻You can also donate from our website.

Address

51299 Arkona Road
Belleville, MI
48111

Opening Hours

11am - 3pm

Telephone

+17344619458

Website

http://www.friendsofmichigan.org/

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