We’re thrilled to launch Color Me Adopted, a creative new way for people of all ages to help Detroit shelter dogs find loving homes. With help from ChatGPT, we’ve transformed photos of more than ten adoptable dogs at Detroit Animal Care and Control (DACC) into printable coloring pages—available in both kid-friendly and adult-friendly versions.

It’s simple, adorable, and it makes a difference.

Recently, Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control (FoDACC) had to make the incredibly difficult decision to pause all external events involving dogs and any new fostering activities. This sudden halt is due to a lapse in insurance coverage following our inclusion in a lawsuit despite FoDCC having no role in the dog’s care, custody, or placement.

This development has been deeply frustrating and heartbreaking, especially as we enter a season when adoptions, Dogventures, adoption events, and community engagement typically thrive. But we want our supporters to know: we are not standing still.

The Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control (FoDACC) organization is facing a critical issue and we wanted to let our supporters and community members know the present situation.  

We’re excited to share a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference for pets and their people in Detroit. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, take on important challenges, and collaborate with a passionate, dedicated team working toward a more humane future for our community?

At just 11 months old, Nestle was already showing signs of greatness. Confident, friendly, and quick to learn, he had mastered retrieving and dropping objects—an ability that can make a profound difference in the life of a veteran or first responder with physical limitations.

Every day, incredible dogs walk through the doors of Detroit Animal Care and Control. Meet Scrambled, who has been selected for something truly special: service training with Blue Star Service Dogs for a veteran or first responder.

Detroit’s dogs and cats are riding in style, thanks to the Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control (DACC) Bark Bus! Once a humble school bus, this transformed pet transport now serves as a lifeline for the city’s animals, offering free rides to essential veterinary services and rescue opportunities.

$500 Pet Supplies Plus gift card raffle, meet and greet with Roary, special appearance by Theo “Gridiron” Spright, and swag giveaways offer big wins for Lions fans who adopt or foster from Detroit Animal Care and Control

Detroit Dogventures don’t stop in the winter! Sign up to take a shelter dog to a warm indoor spot, show them off, and maybe help them find a home!

Bumper was rescued from Detroit Animal Care and Control, and then he did some of his own rescuing.

Dear Beau,

I’ve been hearing some scary stories about dogs getting lost and not finding their way back home. I definitely don’t want that to happen to me. I love my humans and my snuggly bed and my squeaky toys. What can I do to help make sure I stay safe and never get lost?

Detroit Lions fight song singer Theo “Gridiron” Spight and his family are heroes to the shelter dog they adopted.

Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control (FoDACC) is thrilled to announce its commitment to bridging the gap between its services and the Spanish-speaking population of Detroit. Understanding that language and immigration status should never hinder access to owning or caring for a pet, FoDACC is dedicated to ensuring that all Detroiters, regardless of their background, have equal opportunities to engage with and benefit from our services.

My hoomans have been talking a lot about something called "Heartworm Awareness Month" and telling me how lucky I am that they are able to give me those special meaty treats each month so that I don't get sick. Beau, I have so many questions!

Volunteers with Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control are issuing a call for community members in the Detroit metro area, and Canada, to adopt or foster a dog ahead of the shelter moving to a new location.

My humans keep whispering about this thing called "spaying" or "neutering." Now, I'm not exactly sure what that entails, but it sounds like they're planning some sort of grand adventure without me. Should I be worried? Will I miss out on all the fun if I go through with it?

One of the best days of the week now has a new nickname thanks to new, extended hours for dog adoption in Detroit. Starting March 7, Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control is hosting Furry Thursdays - offering extended hours for dog adoptions until 8:00 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Detroit Animal Care and Control.

Friends of Detroit Animal Care and Control (FoDACC) is proud to announce its partnership with Project GRACE, a life-saving collaborative initiative between Dog Aide and Bark Nation, aimed at providing free spay and neuter services for owned dogs residing in the city of Detroit, without breed or income restrictions.

Get warm this winter on an indoor Detroit Dogventure. It’s an outing with a purpose.