Kent County Animal Shelter

07/31/2026

Come and meet Marcus today!!!

From his first sniff on the trail to his first splash in Lake Michigan, Marcus—and his volunteers—had an unforgettable day. More importantly, we got to see just what an easy, adaptable companion he is.

Marcus rode calmly to Saugatuck Dunes State Park and patiently waited to hit the trail. Along the way, he greeted people who stopped to admire him, walked past other dogs without reacting, and was perfectly content to explore the world one sniff at a time.

At the beach, the waves caught his attention. He watched them carefully, took his time, and then decided they were worth investigating. Before long, Marcus was splashing into Lake Michigan, discovering that new experiences can be pretty fun.

Field trips give shelter dogs a chance to get out of the kennel, but they also give us a chance to learn who they are. Today, Marcus showed us a dog who is calm, curious, and happiest simply spending time with his people.

By the afternoon, Marcus was back in his kennel.

Just a few hours earlier, he had been hiking the dunes, greeting new people, and discovering Lake Michigan for the first time.

We'd love for his next adventure to end somewhere different—with a family of his own.

Marcus is an urgent dog at Kent County Animal Shelter in Grand Rapids. If you've been looking for a hiking buddy, a beach companion, or simply an easygoing dog to share life's adventures, come meet Marcus. We think you'll fall for him just like we did. 🧡

Thank you, Pure Michigan and Michigan Department of Natural Resources for helping make it a perfect Michigan summer day!

07/30/2026

Meet Mitzy! She's a 6-year-old short little lady with s***k to spare! Don't let her size fool you Mitzy's got big energy packed into a small package. She walks great on leash, loves toys, and isn't afraid to show off her goofy side when she's feeling silly (which is often!).

When playtime winds down, Mitzy transforms into the ultimate snuggle bug, happiest curled up right next to you. She's the perfect mix of s***ky and sweet always ready for an adventure, but just as content lounging on the couch.

Mitzy is spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped ready to trot right into her forever home.

If you're looking for a s***ky little companion with a big personality and an even bigger heart for cuddles, Mitzy would love to meet you.

07/28/2026

Marcus really needs a hero. 🙏

This young boy is losing his spark, and we really hate to see it. In his kennel he is climbing the walls, spinning, and doing all the things we DO NOT want to see a dog do. It's a sad reality we have to face that some dogs cannot handle the shelter life. 🥺

Marcus came to us as a stray and was adopted from us in October of last year, just a pup at about a year old. He was found as a stray again this June in Muskegon and brought back to us. When we reached out to his owner they informed us that they were unhoused and could not take Marcus back at this time. 😔 Since then, he has been adopted twice and returned twice. He needs another chance, a place where he can feel safe and SECURE. He needs someone who can see all this boy has already been through, and give him the time to decompress and truly settle in. He needs routine, direction, and most of all: patience.

Who is Marcus? A goofy boy who looks like a walking cartoon, his ears are a bit too floppy and his nose a bit too big for his cute little head. 🥸He is only about 1.5 years old and thinks he's a giant lap dog once he's had time to settle down. 😍 He can be unsure at times and needs someone to help him regain some confidence in the world. He is mild mannered around other dogs and would likely be playful in the right environment. At this point in time, he likely should not be in a home with young kids as they can be a bit unpredictable for dogs. 🤫

Marcus really needs out of this environment, and we would greatly appreciate any shares and likes but we would appreciate the perfect adopter even more. 🫶

07/25/2026

The newest dog park is now open!!!! Large and small dog areas, agility equipment, a GIANT swimming pond with jumping platform and an indoor dog wash station! We guarantee your dog will have the time of their life!!

Learn more here: https://www.kentcountymi.gov/facilities/facility/details/Wahlfield-Dog-Park-91

07/24/2026

We have the BEST lap dogs!

07/22/2026

Meet Logan! This slow-burn boy is waiting for a chill home with someone who enjoys celebrating the little milestones and understands that the most meaningful bonds are built with patience. He has been slowly opening up in his foster home, showing us, he is a social boy who just needs a bit of time to settle in. To learn more about Logan visit out website and/or reach out to us via email to arrange a meeting!

07/16/2026

Come and meet Petey today!!!

07/10/2026

To say this week has been busy would be an understatement.

Traditionally, the week after the Fourth of July is one of the busiest times of the year for animal shelters across the country, and KCAS was no exception. Our team worked tirelessly to care for dozens of animals while keeping up with the constant flow of new arrivals, phone calls, visitors, and everything in between.

But here's the best part...

This week, 59 animals found new homes through adoption, and 21 lost pets were reunited with their families, and Friday isn't even over yet!

That's 80 animals who walked out our doors and into loving homes. ❤️

Can we take a moment to give the KCAS team a huge round of applause?

In addition to cleaning kennels, feeding animals, walking dogs, providing medical care, answering phones, assisting customers, selling dog licenses, and managing the daily operations of a busy shelter, they also completed 59 adoptions and 21 reunions this week.

It was a long, demanding week, but our staff showed up every single day with compassion, dedication, and commitment to the animals in our care.

To our incredible team: thank you for everything you do. Your hard work changes lives, both human and animal, every single day.