Adopt A Pet of Fenton, Michigan

05/31/2026

ADOPTION UPDATE 5/31/26

05/27/2026

It is with deep sadness that we are sharing the news of the recent passing of Alec Maddock, who is our beloved Director, Jody Maddock's son. Alec was involved in an ATV accident earlier this week. We have created the Alec Maddock Memorial Fund to help his family with expenses. If you are interested in donating or would like information on his upcoming Celebration of Life event, please click the link below. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jody, Mark, and Mackenzy during this extremely difficult time. 💔💔💔
https://www.adoptapetfenton.com/alecmaddockmemorial

Welcome to Adopt-A-Pet, we are located in Fenton Michigan. Adopt-A-Pet finds loving families for homeless dogs and cats.

05/26/2026

Happy Memorial Day — and happy 6th birthday to the bestest boy, Scout. 🎂🐾❤️

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend, and we hope that next year, Scout gets to celebrate his birthday in a home of his own.

05/25/2026

Tomorrow is our longest resident Scout’s 6th birthday. 🎉🎂🐾

We thought there was no better way to tell his story than through the eyes of someone who knows him best.The words below were written by Debbie — a dedicated volunteer who takes Scout on weekly field trips and has helped him blossom into the confident, well-rounded dog he is today.

Here is Scout’s story, in her own words:

Two years.

That’s how long Scout has been waiting.

Earlier this month, Scout reached the heartbreaking milestone of two full years at Adopt-a-Pet in Fenton. And on Memorial Day, he’ll celebrate his 6th birthday there too. 💔

It’s hard to put into words what that feels like when you know Scout.

I’m one of the volunteers who takes him on weekly field trips to give him a break from shelter life, and I can tell you this with complete certainty: Scout is one of the most loving, loyal, and resilient dogs I’ve ever met.

After everything he’s been through, he still shows up ready to connect, ready to trust, and ready to go home.
I would adopt him in a heartbeat, but my own special needs dogs won’t share their space with him 😢

Scout is one of the easiest dogs to spend time with. He’s fabulous on leash (honestly, better than most of my own dogs ever were 😅), loves his outings with volunteers, and is such a steady, dependable presence. In fact, when kennel staff need a calm, trustworthy dog to help socialize puppies, Scout is their go-to guy.

That tells a lot about who he is.

But Scout is also very sensitive. He always has been. Even as a puppy, the world felt a little big for him. Still, he had a family for more than four years — until one day, his whole world was turned upside down and he was returned to the shelter.

After losing the home he knew, Scout had to start over. So yes, Scout needs a special adopter. Someone calm. Someone patient. Someone kind enough to let him move at his own pace and build trust in his own time. Someone who will understand his sensitivities, help him feel safe, and give him the chance to truly settle in. Scout would love to get to know someone before going home with them. And once Scout loves you, he loves deeply.

He does not deserve to spend another birthday in the shelter. He does not deserve to keep being overlooked while other dogs come and go.

Scout deserves a home. A soft place to land. A person who will finally show him that forever really means forever. ❤️

He's so loved by the staff and volunteers that his adoption fee and monthly preventatives have been covered.

Please, if you think you might be the one for Scout, email [email protected]. And if you can’t adopt, please share his story.

The person he’s been waiting for may be just one share away 🍀❤️

05/24/2026

ADOPTION UPDATE 5 / 24/26

05/22/2026

It’s the season when you may come across animals in need outdoors, and knowing what to do can make all the difference. 🐾 If you find a stray mama cat or kittens, take a moment to assess using the CASA method: Condition, Age, Situation, and Abilities. This helps determine the safest next steps for the animals.

If you’re unsure or need guidance, our team is here to help. Contact us at (810) 629-0723, and we can walk you through what to do or connect you with additional local resources.

Together, we can help protect vulnerable animals and make informed, compassionate choices. ✨

05/18/2026

🐾✨ Mark your calendars!

We’re excited to invite you to the Grand Opening of the Adopt-A-Pet Training & Enrichment Center on Monday, June 15th from 5 PM–8 PM in the Training Center.

Celebrate this special milestone with us while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and beverages. This new space is dedicated to supporting the hundreds of dogs who come through our care each year, helping them gain confidence, learn important life skills, and grow into wonderful, adoptable companions. 🐶💙

We look forward to celebrating with you!