A letter arrived to Michael Ryder that he has been approved for $360 every week in unemployment benefits — until the state learned that Mr. Ryder is actually a dog.  The dog’s owner is attorney Michael Haddock told ABC 13, “Not sure what he is going to do with the money, but it should be interesting.   READ MORE:  HERE

Sorry doggy but the unemployment claim was flagged as suspicious and has been denied.    Unemployment Investigation Administration sent a follow-up letter to the dog’s residence that said: “Unfortunately, Michael Ryder’s claim will not be allowed.  I know first-hand it is rare for ‘man’s best friend’ to contribute financially to the household and that will continue in this instance.”

Michigan dog owner says he received a letter from the state approving his dog for $360 a week in unemployment benefits. https://t.co/0U8hZJmNgw pic.twitter.com/OBkZxkNUMN

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