MHS Behavior Help Line
Do you have a question or concern about your pet's behavior? Let us help!   

The Michigan Humane Society Behavior Help Line is a free service that can provide you with answers to your questions about dog or cat behavior, suggestions on resolving basic behavior issues, and recommendations on where to go for help with more complex issues that can't be handled over the phone. Our staff and trained volunteers will do their best to provide helpful information.  

You can expect to receive a return phone call from us within 48 hours of the receipt of your message.

Disclaimer:  Information contained on the Michigan Humane Society (the "MHS") website, as well as advice received through the telephone and email services provided by the MHS Behavior Help Line or by anyone associated with MHS, is not provided as professional or legal advice on specific situations.  MHS cannot accept any responsibility for any injury or damage that you may cause yourself, your pet, or property when using any information or following any advice provided by MHS through its website, email or telephone services.  MHS has no control over your use of the information and advice provided by MHS.  All information and materials provided to you, including information and advice offered through the MHS website or the Behavior Help Line’s email or telephone services, is provided without any warranty, express or implied, as to its effect and completeness.  Such information and advice should be used as a guide and modified to meet the specific needs of your pet.  Please use the materials and information at your own risk, and only in combination with professional advice.  By receiving such information and materials from MHS through its website or the Behavior Help Line’s email or telephone services, you agree to bear all risk associated with the use of such information and materials and agree to hold harmless MHS, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers and agents from all claims arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the information or materials received from MHS.

If your pet is acting out of character, your first step should be to see your veterinarian.  A sudden change in pet behavior can often be caused by medical issues. For example, a cat that suddenly stops using its litter box might be suffering from an infection, or a dog that normally loves people might shy away if in pain.

There are two ways to contact the MHS Behavior Help Line:

Call 248.650.0127 and leave us a detailed message.

Or, you may complete the form below: