About Us
Where Every Dog Deserves a Haven of Love
At Haven of Love Dog Rescue, we believe every dog deserves more than a second chance. They deserve a place to feel safe, a gentle hand to guide them, and a family to call their own. Located in Westland, Michigan, Haven of Love Dog Rescue (HOLDR) is a volunteer driven nonprofit dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding loving forever homes for dogs in need. Through the compassion of our volunteers, the generosity of our supporters, and the kindness of our community, we are changing lives one dog, one family, and one happy ending at a time.
Our Mission
To provide a safe haven for dogs in crisis, regardless of breed, age, or physical condition. Through rescue, rehabilitation, compassionate care, education, and community partnerships, we work to give every dog the opportunity to find a loving forever home.
Our Vision
The vision of Haven of Love Dog Rescue (HOLDR) is to cultivate a future where every dog is embraced with love and every community champions their welfare.
Our Core Values – The Heart of Everything We Do
Compassion
Every dog deserves to be treated with kindness, patience, dignity, and love.
Commitment
We stand by the dogs entrusted to our care, working to meet their needs and help them find the right forever homes.
Dedication
Our volunteers give generously of their time, energy, and talents to make every dog’s journey a little brighter.
Collaboration
We believe that working together with volunteers, families, veterinary professionals, and community partners creates more opportunities to save lives.
Meet the Hearts Behind the Haven
Behind every successful rescue is a team of people who believe that even the smallest acts of kindness can make an extraordinary difference.
Our volunteer Board of Directors brings together individuals with diverse backgrounds, professional experience, and a shared passion for animal welfare. Together, they help guide Haven of Love Dog Rescue’s mission and future.
Laurie Viviano, President
Laurie’s lifelong compassion for animals and dedication to community service are the driving forces behind Haven of Love Dog Rescue. With a background in education, entrepreneurship, and animal rescue, Laurie brings both heart and determination to the organization. Her vision continues to inspire a growing community of volunteers and supporters who believe every dog deserves love, safety, and a forever home.
Kerry Clem, Secretary
Growing up as the youngest of seven children in a home filled with dogs and cats, Kerry developed a lifelong love for animals. Although her professional career is in the mortgage industry, her passion has always been animal rescue. Having rescued four dogs of her own, Kerry finds her greatest inspiration in watching once neglected dogs blossom into happy, cherished companions. She is dedicated to helping more dogs experience that same transformation.
Angie Miruzzi-Cooney, Director
After a successful 38 year career in the financial industry, Angie embraced retirement as an opportunity to devote more time to her lifelong love of animals. Having always shared her life with dogs and other pets, she brings both professional experience and heartfelt dedication to Haven of Love Dog Rescue. Angie enjoys using her knowledge and skills to support the organization and help rescued dogs find the loving homes they deserve.
Chrissy Caldwell, Director
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Marilyn Allen Rivera, Director
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Sandi Thompson, Director
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Matthew Brewer, Treasurer
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Our Impact – Every Number Has a Story
In just two years of full operations, Haven of Love Dog Rescue has grown into a vibrant community of animal lovers working together to give dogs a brighter future. Every rescue represents a life given hope, every adoption is a new beginning, and every volunteer hour is a gift of love.
2025 ANNUAL IMPACT HIGHLIGHTS
186
Dogs rescued
184
Dogs receiving medical treatment
65
Active volunteers
11,709+
Volunteer hours contributed
30
Foster families
38
New volunteers trained
Figures reported in the 2025 Annual Report
A Year of Growth, Compassion, and Community
During 2025, our volunteers helped ensure that dogs received daily care, companionship, enrichment, and opportunities to find loving homes. We strengthened our volunteer training, expanded our community partnerships, and continued providing shelter, foster, and adoption services.
From morning walks and veterinary appointments to adoption celebrations and community fundraisers, every contribution helped make our mission possible.
And the best part? There are so many more happy endings ahead!
Explore Our Journey: [2024 Annual Report] – [2025 Annual Report]
Community Love & Recognition
It Takes a Community to Create a Haven
At Haven of Love Dog Rescue, we know that saving lives is a team effort. From local businesses hosting fundraisers to volunteers giving their evenings and weekends, our community continues to demonstrate what is possible when people come together for a cause they believe in. We are grateful for the generosity of our community partners, including Sports Venue Bar and Grill, Wallside Windows, and the many businesses and individuals who have supported our fundraising efforts. Whether it’s sponsoring an event, donating supplies, offering services, or simply spreading the word about an adoptable dog, every act of generosity makes a difference.