Sterling Heights Police and Animal Control raided a Sterling Heights Kennel April 23, 2008. Several rescues were called in to help, including All About Animals Rescue. Most of the sick animals went to Serenity Animal Hospital where they were treated and released, many of them receiving extensive medical treatment.

Ms. Nichiow-Brubaker was given 5 years probation (the maximum), 100 hours of community service and had to pay $17,500 in restitution.

Lorri went to jail

Updated 2/18/2010

Ms. Lorri E. Nichiow-Brubaker appeared in court and was sentenced to 90 days in jail for her violation of her probation on her animal cruelty charges! We are so pleased that Judge Vivanio did the right thing, kept his word and spent a lot of time on this case to ensure that justice is served. Lorri still doesn't seem to accept responsibility for her actions and we had to have a Police Officer escort us out of the courthouse for our own safety. Maybe 90 days in jail will give her time to think it over.

Read more about it in the Macomb Daily

Thank you to Michael Servitto and Judge David Vivanio!

If you are sending a thank you letter, please mention Case # 08-2554-FH, Lorri E. Nichiow-Brubaker and send it to:

Michael Servitto

40 N. Main St.
Mt. Clemens, MI 48043  

Fax - 586-466-4125

Judge David Vivanio

40 N. Main St.
Mt. Clemens, MI 48043  

Fax - 586-466-4125

Updated 12/27/09

Story about the upcoming court date in the Macomb Daily:

Animal Abuser in Trouble Again - Macomb Daily t

Updated 12/15/09

Ms. Lorri E. Nichiow-Brubaker appeared in court today for a review. Judge Viviano had said at her sentencing that if he saw her back in court for probation viloations that he would put her in jail. We are hoping that Judge Viviano will do the right thing and live up his promise.

Updated 8/1/08

Ms. Nichiow-Brubaker was given 5 years probation (the maximum), 100 hours of community service and had to pay $17,500 in restitution.

The Judge said that if she violates her probation she will go to prision. Please let us know if you hear of Ms. Nichiow-Brubaker involved in selling or breeding animals or if anyone connected with her is selling them.

In another class act - Ms. Nichiow-Brubaker's family and friends mocked the person, Amber Sitko, who spoke out on behalf of the animals. They openly scorned and mocked her immediately after walking out of the court room - with a complete lack of regard for anyone but themselves. It shows how uncaring these people are.

C&G Article - 08/01/08

Macomb Daily - 08/01/08

Michigan Animal News - 08/01/08

What pets left do you have from the Kennel Raid?

We have 1 kitty that is still waiting for a home - her name is Flower and she is on our Petfinder site. We have 1 dog, Willie, that is still looking for a home.

Click here to see video of some of the dogs. Click here to see the happy tale of Darla!

Donations

Donations are appreciated, please click here for info

We also need cat nip toys cat nip, cat scratchers, blankets and, towels. The kitties got their first ever taste of cat nip and went wild with happiness. They were practically bouncing off the walls with delight and it seemed to us that it may have been the happiest day of their lives. We'd like to provide the kitties with lots of happiness, so any help would be appreciated!

News Stories

Animals rescued from kennel up for adoption - Detroit Free Press, May 28, 2008

Kennel Owner Has History Of Animal Neglect - WDIV, April 24, 2008

Animal abuse reported - Macomb Daily, April 24, 2008

Dozens of animals rescued in raid - Detroit Free Press, April 24, 2008

Police seize animals during raid on kennel - C&G Newspapers, April 2008

Rescued animals to remain in custody pending judge's ruling - Detroit Free Press, April 24, 2008

Police: Animals Rescued from Kennel Abuse - MSNBC, April 24, 2008