Better Life Canine Center in Redford, Michigan
About Better Life Canine Center
Better Life Canine Center is an animal shelter in Redford, Wayne County, Michigan. Its name and records point to a focus on dogs. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2011. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Best Buddy Pet Rescue, about 1.2 mi away.
Map
42.36498, -83.27474
What Better Life Canine Center does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Yes
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Best Buddy Pet RescuePO Box 62, Detroit, MIAnimal rescue1.2 mi
- P.O.E.T Animal RescueWestland, MIAnimal rescue3.7 mi
- Last Day Dog RescueLivonia, MIAnimal rescue4.0 mi
- Tail Waggers 199016322 Middlebelt Rd, Livonia, MIAnimal shelter4.2 mi
- Detroit Dog Rescue24429 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MIAnimal rescue4.2 mi
- Livonia Animal Control12973 Farmington Rd, Livonia, MIAnimal control5.2 mi
- MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption and Education CenterFriends for Animals of Metro Detroit, 16121 Reckinger Rd, Dearborn, MIAnimal shelter5.3 mi
- Friends for Animals of Metro DetroitMaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption and Education Center, 16121 Reckinger Rd, Dearborn, MIAnimal shelter5.3 mi
- Dearborn Animal Shelter2661 Greenfield Rd, Dearborn, MIAnimal shelter6.8 mi
- Michigan Humane Society900 N Newburgh Rd, Westland, MIHumane society7.6 mi
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Where is Better Life Canine Center located?
Better Life Canine Center is at 9562 Telegraph Rd, Redford, MI 48239 in Wayne County.
What are the hours of Better Life Canine Center?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (313) 622-2837 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Better Life Canine Center?
Start on betterlifecaninecenter.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Better Life Canine Center?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Better Life Canine Center tax-deductible?
Better Life Canine Center matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 26-2688669). Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
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- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
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