Michigan Humane - Sterling Heights Adoption Center
Our Mission
Michigan Humane is dedicated to improving and saving lives through compassionate care, community engagement, and advocacy for animals. Our mission is to ensure humane treatment for all animals while strengthening the bond between people and their pets.
A Legacy of Compassion
Founded in 1877, we have served as a beacon of hope for animals and the people who love them for over 145 years. As the oldest and largest nonprofit animal welfare organization in Michigan, we remain deeply committed to building a more compassionate community where every animal deserves a chance at a loving home.
How We Help
We operate through a comprehensive care model that includes rescue, emergency response, and protective services. Our dedicated teams provide shelter and medical care through our specialized centers, such as the Mackey Center for Animal Care in Detroit and the Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland. Beyond our facilities, we support families through community programs, including pet food assistance and affordable veterinary services.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe that adopting a pet is the start of a meaningful, lifelong partnership. Our trained counselors focus on understanding your lifestyle and home environment to help you find the perfect companion that fits your family. By choosing to adopt, you are becoming part of a community that values dignity, empathy, and respect for all living things.
Join Our Community
Ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to browse our available animals online or visit us at one of our adoption centers. Together, we can continue to create positive, lasting change for animals across Michigan.
Trust Assessment
GoldRated Sep 9, 2026
NonprofitVerifiedPhysical FacilityOperating 50+ years
FinancesOnline Review Highlights
- Compassionate and knowledgeable staff
- Clean and modern facilities
- Scheduling and long wait times
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10/12 - Yesterday’s Bow Wow Brunch raised more than $1 million for animals! We’re grateful to @mhumane and everyone who raised a paddle, gave generously, and showed up for animals in need. Thank you to everyone who helped make such a meaningful impact!
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10/11 - Wait until you hear their answers…🥹 Different ages, different stories, different perspectives. But one thing brings us together: the belief that animals deserve compassion, kindness, and a chance to be loved. At Bow Wow Brunch, we were reminded that love for animals has a way of connecting people from every walk of life. ❤️ To everyone who helped make this day possible, THANK YOU for being part of something so meaningful. We asked them, and now we’re asking YOU.⬇️ Animals deserve ______.🐾 #MichiganHumane #BowWowBrunch #AnimalWelfare
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10/8 - GUILTY! 🤭 And we take that responsibility very seriously. The human-animal bond is a powerful thing! A little playtime, some extra love and building trust can make a big difference for shelter dogs waiting for their next chapter. ❤️ Want in on the fun? Explore volunteer opportunities or meet our adoptable animals at michiganhumane.org! 🐾 #MichiganHumane #ShelterDogs #AnimalWelfare
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10/7 - We were told Pitbulls have an image problem… Charity would like a word. 🥹 She’s cute, she KNOWS she’s cute, and yes, she’s currently up for adoption! Do your part, spread this propaganda 👀 #mhumane #pitbulllover #adoptdontshop
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10/6 - Plot twist: every dog they picked is STILL AVAILABLE. 👀🐾 October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, so we asked our Detroit team the impossible question: if you had to pick ONE dog here to adopt, who would it be? These were their picks. And yes, every single face you see is currently up for adoption at our Detroit location. ❤️ Now we want to know yours. Tell us WHO you’re picking in the comments and share this with someone who might just need to meet them. And a big thank you to Purina for keeping our dogs happy, healthy and well-fed while they wait for what comes next. 🐶❤️ See all of our adoptable dogs at michiganhumane.org. #MichiganHumane #AdoptAShelterDogMonth #AdoptDetroit
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10/2 - Now tell Mona she’s the BEST GIRL you’ve ever seen! 🐶👇 October is Pit Bull Awareness Month! A month to look past the label, question the stereotypes and actually get to know the dog standing in front of you. A breed label can’t tell you who’s affectionate. Who’s goofy. Who wants to crawl directly into your lap. Who could fit beautifully into your life. Every dog deserves the chance to be KNOWN before they’re judged. #PitBullAwarenessMonth #MichiganHumane #rescuedog #AdoptableDogS
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9/28 - Today is #worldrabiesday, so let’s talk about something every pet owner should know: What to do if your pet has a potential rabies exposure‼️🚨 SAVE these steps so you have them if you ever need them: 1. Identify the animal involved.🦇 Take note of what kind of animal your pet encountered and where the interaction happened. In Michigan, bats are the most commonly reported rabid animal, but other wildlife can carry rabies too. 2. Remove your pet from the situation.🚫 Prevent any further interaction with the animal, without putting yourself at risk or attempting to handle wildlife. 3. Check your pet’s records.👀 Find their vaccination history and confirm whether their rabies vaccine is current. 4. Call your veterinarian.📲 Tell them what happened, what animal was involved and your pet’s vaccination status. They’ll help determine what needs to happen next. Rabies is preventable, and knowing what to do after a potential exposure matters for both pets and people. It’s better to know the steps before you need them.🐾🚫👀 #MichiganHumane #RabiesAwareness #PetSafety
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9/25 - You haven’t met them yet, but one day you’ll wonder how your house ever felt like home without them. 🥹🐾 Come meet the adoptable animals at Michigan Humane and see who you can’t stop thinking about. And thanks to @metlifepetinsurance every adoption comes with a free first month of pet insurance to help you start life together with a little extra support. 🧡
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9/23 - Healing isn’t always just physical. ❤️🥺 When Squeaky arrived he was underweight, COVERED in fleas, frightened of people and dealing with a fractured leg. He needed medical care, but he also needed time. Warmth. Food. Patience. And people willing to show him that he was safe. Little by little, his body healed. And little by little, we started seeing him come through. That’s the work your support makes possible. Right now, donations to Michigan Humane are TRIPLED, helping provide medical and behavioral care for animals like Squeaky.🤎 Give through the link and your gift will go 3X as far ⬇️ https://give.michiganhumane.org/page/100466/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=lightbox #MichiganHumane #animalwelfare #betterwithpets
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9/22 - Introducing kittens to their first pumpkin went… about as expected. Fall is officially here. 🎃🍂 A fall thank you to @worldsbestcatlitter for supporting the cats and kittens in our care. 💛 kitten enrichment • cat enrichment • kittens playing • fall cat activities • pumpkin enrichment #MichiganHumane #CatEnrichment #Kittens
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9/21 - And that last interview? Yeah. Watch until the end. 😭 That’s Lucille 🐾🐶 a senior gal and one of our longest-term residents who finally found her home at Meet Your Best Friend. And we’re still not over it. To every match made that day: we couldn’t be happier for you. #MichiganHumane #MeetYourBestFriend #PetAdoption
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9/20 - Hundreds of people came through the rain for one reason: to give shelter animals a chance. A chance to get out of their kennels. A chance to meet someone new. A chance for the right person to look at them and say, you’re coming home with me. And person after person did exactly that. To everyone who grabbed an umbrella, threw on a poncho and came anyway, thank you for loving animals enough to show up for them. 🐾 Because they’re always worth showing up for. #MichiganHumane #AnimalWelfare #ShelterAnimals #AdoptLocal
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9/20 - Meet Nikolai! A young, goofy boy who is looking for his forever home from @mhumane (Sterling Heights, inside of @petco) We took him out for a day of fun so you could see the real Nikolai ❤️ Nikolai is a very playful, goofy dog who would do best with an active family. He can be around kids 8 and older, and he should meet any resident dogs first. He is a friend to anyone ready to play! He’s happy to spend the day exploring, playing games, or hanging out with his people. See him and all the adoptable dogs via @mhumane at their Sterling Heights location or the link in their bio! Hope core Rescue pup Shelter dog Adopt don’t shop Travel dog Pet friendly Fyp
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