1. The Kent County Animal Shelter is urging the public to consider adopting pets after exceeding their “critical capacity.”
The shelter says they’re looking after 95 dogs, many of which include dogs receiving veterinary care or scheduled to have surgery.
KCAS says at least 44 of their dogs are ready to be adopted. All of them are spayed/neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and tested for heartworms.
Visit the shelter’s website at accesskent.com to view their full list of adoptable animals.
2. Grand Rapids-based Dementia Institute is hosting a free memory screening and health fair this Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Woodlawn Ministry Center.
Those who stop by will be able to get a free blood pressure reading, blood sugar, vision, and memory screenings. Also, sign up for door prizes and enjoy refreshments too.
The event is part of the institute’s efforts to promote Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month.
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