Mikey & Me

Mikey & Me Mikey & Me is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation located in Chelsea, Mi. I will also provide updates as I get to know each dog. Freer Rd.

Our mission is to pull homeless dogs from city shelters and place them into safe and loving family homes and to help families in need keep the dogs they already have. Mikey died in 2009 at the age of 17, and on that day I promised him that I would provide care for other dogs that needed me because he had brought so much joy and perspective to my life. I live with my partner, John, on a 100 year ol

d farm property just south of Dexter and we currently have 4 dogs, 3 of them having been rescued. To fulfill my promise to Mikey, I joined a rescue group last year but wasn't satisfied with how many dogs they were turning away due to not having foster care arrangements for placing their dogs in a safe environment while they searched for their "forever homes". That's when I decided I could make a bigger impact by filling that need myself. I have't looked back since and here is a summary of my efforts along with how you can help:

I have an old dairy barn on my property that I am having repurposed. On this site, I will be installing comfortable and spacious kennels where I will provide free foster care for abused, neglected or otherwise homeless dogs for as long as it takes our local rescue groups to find their forever homes. I will provide food, water, long walks, social engagement, and plenty of love to these dogs while they are in my care....all in Mikey's name. On this page, I will provide photos of the dogs I have under my care along with contact information for the rescue group they belong to. Adoption fees for each dog can be found on the Happy Days Rescue website @ happydaysdogandcatrescue.org. But I need your help to make this effort an ongoing mission. If you would like to donate to Mikey & Me, please make checks payable to Mikey & Me and mail to:

Mikey & Me
465 S. Chelsea, Mi 48118

Visitation:

Visitation for our dogs is by appointment only. If you see a dog on the Mikey & Me FB page that interests you, please submit an adoption application at happydaysdogandcatrescue.org. Once an application has been approved, I can invite the applicant out for a Meet & Greet with that dog. �

With appreciation,

Dan DePew
Mikey & Me

⛳🐾 What an amazing day at our 3rd Annual Save the Pups Golf Outing! 🐾⛳Thanks to our incredible golfers, sponsors, donors...
06/23/2026

⛳🐾 What an amazing day at our 3rd Annual Save the Pups Golf Outing! 🐾⛳

Thanks to our incredible golfers, sponsors, donors, and volunteers, we raised $7,500 to support Mikey & Me’s community programs and help homeless dogs find their forever homes! ❤️

A special thank you to Tina and Bob Enners for their countless hours of hard work and dedication in making this event a huge success. We couldn’t have done it without you!

To everyone who volunteered, donated, golfed, and cheered us on—thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of so many dogs. 🐶

We are so grateful for this amazing community! ❤️🐾

🎉🐾 DOUBLE THE HAPPY NEWS! 🐾🎉Our hearts are bursting with joy as we celebrate TWO very special adoptions! ❤️✨ Ruff has of...
06/19/2026

🎉🐾 DOUBLE THE HAPPY NEWS! 🐾🎉

Our hearts are bursting with joy as we celebrate TWO very special adoptions! ❤️

✨ Ruff has officially found his forever family!
✨ Roscoe has officially found his forever family!

There is nothing better than seeing dogs who have waited so patiently finally head home to start their next chapter. From kennel cuddles and walks to couch snuggles and family adventures, these boys are exactly where they belong.

A huge thank you to their adopters for opening their hearts and homes, and to everyone who supported them along the way. It truly takes a village to help our rescue dogs find their happily ever after.

Join us in wishing Ruff and Roscoe a lifetime filled with love, treats, belly rubs, and endless tail wags!

Looking to add a furry family member of your own? Be sure to check out our website to meet all of the amazing dogs currently available for adoption! www.mikeyandme.org

And stay tuned… we have a few new faces arriving soon who will be looking for their forever homes! 👀

Drop a 🎉 or ❤️ in the comments to help us celebrate these lucky boys!

🚔🐾 A huge THANK YOU to the Chelsea Police Department for inviting Mikey & Me to be part of Public Safety Night during So...
06/19/2026

🚔🐾 A huge THANK YOU to the Chelsea Police Department for inviting Mikey & Me to be part of Public Safety Night during Sounds & Sights tonight!

We loved having the opportunity to connect with our community, share our mission, and raise awareness for the homeless dogs in our care who are searching for their forever families. Every conversation, every smile, and every new supporter helps us get one step closer to changing a dog’s life.

Events like this remind us how incredible our community is when we come together for a common cause. Thank you to the Chelsea Police Department for including us and helping shine a light on the importance of rescue, adoption, and second chances. ❤️🐶

And thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, asked questions, made a donation, or simply shared our story. Your support means the world to us—and to the dogs who are still waiting for their happily ever after.

🎶🐾 Headed to Sounds & Sights tonight? We hope you'll swing by and see us! Our amazing Mikey & Me volunteers will be at t...
06/18/2026

🎶🐾 Headed to Sounds & Sights tonight? We hope you'll swing by and see us!

Our amazing Mikey & Me volunteers will be at the Public Safety Night with Chelsea Michigan Police in the Police Station Parking Lot from 6:30 PM–8:30 PM, ready to chat about our mission, our adoptable dogs, and ways you can help make a difference. We will also have a few of our dogs with us for you to meet

🐶 Make a donation and "adopt" your very own stuffed pup to take home! Every dollar raised helps us provide care, support rescue efforts, and find loving forever homes for dogs in need.

Stop by, say hello, and help us save lives—one wagging tail at a time. ❤️ We can't wait to see you tonight!

06/17/2026

Warning: Extreme cuteness ahead! 🥹

Meet Twig — the little brindle boy with the biggest heart.

From surviving life on his own to soaking up love and belly rubs, Twig is proving every day that resilience comes in small packages. This sweet Boxer mix may be a little shy at first, but give him a minute and those soulful brown eyes will have you completely wrapped around his paw.

Twig loves his walks, takes in the world with gentle curiosity, and is patiently waiting for a family to show him what forever feels like.

Can we all agree that this handsome face deserves a couch, endless treats, and a family to call his own? 🤍🐾🐶

To meet Twig, submit an adoption application through happydaysdogandcatrescue.org or a Quick Meet application through mikeyandme.org.

06/14/2026

This week has been filled with so much love for Mikey & Me, and we couldn’t be more grateful! ❤️🐾

A huge THANK YOU to Kaity and Loren for everything you’ve done for us and the dogs this week. From helping spread the word about our mission, to your generous donations, and even the adorable cake pops—you truly went above and beyond!

Loren, we especially loved your interview with our special furry friends. You both captured their unique personalities so beautifully, and it means the world to us to see them shine the way we know they do every day. 🐶❤️

It takes a village, and we are so thankful to have friends like you in ours. Your kindness, support, and love for rescue make a bigger impact than you know.

From all of us at Mikey & Me—and especially the dogs—thank you! 🐾💕

🎶🐾 Headed to Sounds & Sights tonight? We hope you'll swing by and see us!Our amazing Mikey & Me volunteers will be in fr...
06/11/2026

🎶🐾 Headed to Sounds & Sights tonight? We hope you'll swing by and see us!

Our amazing Mikey & Me volunteers will be in front of Heydlauff's from 6:30 PM–8:30 PM, ready to chat about our mission, our adoptable dogs, and ways you can help make a difference.

🐶 Make a donation and "adopt" your very own stuffed pup to take home! Every dollar raised helps us provide care, support rescue efforts, and find loving forever homes for dogs in need.

Stop by, say hello, and help us save lives—one wagging tail at a time. ❤️ We can't wait to see you tonight!

Also, stop by cake by Ugly Dog and see Cake by Kaity to get our Mikey & Me moosetracks cake pop! All proceeds from that pop go directly to Mikey & Me!

Good afternoon everyone, It’s that time again! We need to add 8-12 new volunteers to our amazing Volunteer Team. 🐶We’re ...
06/10/2026

Good afternoon everyone,

It’s that time again! We need to add 8-12 new volunteers to our amazing Volunteer Team. 🐶

We’re looking for people aged 18+ and up who would enjoy spending time helping homeless dogs. You would be walking and spending time with our dogs on a volunteer schedule that works for you. Our kennels are located in Chelsea and you can also join us for our offsite events and fundraisers.

We make it easy for you to volunteer at Mikey & Me; we would need a two hour commitment from you a minimum of once per month. (Most of our volunteers come weekly, biweekly, or as many days as they’re available and you’re welcome to do that too). 🐾

You can apply to become a volunteer on the Mikeyandme.org website under the “Getting Involved” tab. Our New Volunteer Coordinator would then reach out to you to schedule a 2 hour orientation session followed by meeting our dogs. 😉

Hope to meet you soon!

Dan DePew
Founder, Mikey & Me

Making new best friends since 2016 About UsMikey & Me is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation located in Chelsea, MI. Our mission is to pull homeless dogs from city shelters and place them into safe and loving family homes and to help families in need keep the dogs they already have. Our St...

🛍️ Garage Sale to Benefit Mikey & Me6420 Woodvine Dr, ChelseaJune 6th-7th 9am-4pmJoin us at a community yard sale packed...
06/06/2026

🛍️ Garage Sale to Benefit Mikey & Me

6420 Woodvine Dr, Chelsea
June 6th-7th
9am-4pm

Join us at a community yard sale packed with great finds, hidden gems, household goodies, décor, clothes, and so much more!

Every purchase helps support our family assistance program, care for the dogs, and the work Mikey& Me does to help families in need throughout our community. Proceeds from sales at 6420 Woodvine Dr, Chelsea will go directly to Mikey & Me to continue supporting these efforts. So not only are you getting amazing deals… you’re making a real difference too.

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