How to Report Animal Cruelty

Never hesitate to report animal cruelty. You may be an animal’s only hope. All reports of animal cruelty in Dearborn remain anonymous, as is the case in most communities.

If you’re witnessing an act of cruelty in progress, contact your local police department immediately. In Dearborn, call 313-943-2201.

To report a single incidence or repeated incidences of cruelty, please contact your local animal control/police department which has the authority and responsibility to enforce our state’s animal cruelty laws, and any local ordinances, in your area.

To reach the Dearborn Animal Shelter, call 313-943-2697 ext. 6002 or email us. Please provide details of your report including any address information and names, a description of the animal(s), and a description of the abuse.