Story last updated at 12:17 PM EST on January 19, 2008

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novi

GreyHeart Greyhound Rescue and Adoption of Michigan will hold Meet & Greet events at the Novi PetCo, 43480 West Oak Drive, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 27 and Feb. 24. For more information about the event, call (248) 735-4356.

Rochester Hills

"Pawsitive Start," a free seminar for all dog guardians presented by the Michigan Humane Society Pet Education Center, will be Jan. 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Michigan Humane Society Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care. No preregistration is needed. Pawsitive Start seminars are for humans only - please leave dogs at home. Everyone who would like to improve his or her dog's house manners is welcome to attend. In addition to the free monthly seminar, the Pet Education Center offers a wide variety of classes. The Michigan Humane Society Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care is at 3600 W. Auburn Road. For more information about classes or seminars, or to register for classes, call the Pet Education Center at (248) 650-1059, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., or visit www.goodindog.org.

Rochester Hills

The 12th Annual Michigan Humane Society Valentine's Day Telethon is Feb. 14 on WXYZ-TV Channel 7. Share the love by honoring your loved one with an MHS donation. For more information on honorarium gifts, call (866) MHUMANE or visit www.michiganhumane.org.

rochester hills

The Michigan Humane Society Rochester Hills Center For Animal Care will host "Pet Projects," a program that gives children ages 7 to 13 the opportunity to help the animals in their community, from 3-5 p.m. Jan. 19 at the facility, 3600 W. Auburn Road. "Pet Projects" participants, accompanied by their parent/guardian, will have the opportunity to help in many ways, including: Making kitty forts, brightly colored and decorated cardboard boxes that help alleviate stress and keep cats happy while searching for their new forever homes; Snuggle Blankets, soft, hand-made blankets that provide a sense of security and familiarity for the animals while looking for their forever home; and Pupsicles, a yummy treat for pups of all ages, made with dog food and treats. Once all projects are complete, participants, along with their parents/guardians, will have an opportunity to tour the facility. For more information or to participate, call (248) 852-7420, ext. 209.