Behavioral Counseling

Most adoptable animals come to the Humane Society because of behavior problems, many of which can be alleviated with proper education of the care givers and re-training of the animals.

Here at the Humane Society of Kent County we offer behavioral counseling to help you with your specific areas of concern.

If you would like to set up an apportionment for behavioral counseling please fill out our Canine Behavior Consultation Questionnaire and send it in to the address, email or fax below. Once received our Behavior Specialist will contact you to schedule an appointment.

If you have questions or concerns feel free to contact our Behavior Specialist at

(616) 791-8227 or namiko@hskc.org.

Canine Behavior Consultation Questionnaires:

Humane Society of Kent County

Attn: Namiko Ota-Noveskey

3077 Wilson NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49534

namiko@hskc.org or fax (616) 453-5752 Attn: Namiko

Animal Behavioral Specialist: Namiko Ota-Noveskey, M.S., C.P.D.T.

APDT Professional Member
CGC Evaluator

ABC Mentor Trainer

Namiko has a Masters of Science in Applied Psychology and has done work in behavior analysis and modification. Namiko is certified through Certification Council for Professional Trainers (CCPDT), the international testing and certification resource for professional dog trainers. It requires extensive knowledge and hands-on experience to be certified through the council. She is one of the few certified trainers in Western Michigan. Namiko has worked closely with a variety of breeds, but in particular sporting and working breeds are her favorites. She teaches private lessons and group classes. She also directs shelter dog obedience program with a group of experienced volunteers. Namiko continues to attend seminars on animal behaviors offered by prominent behaviorists in the field. 

Also, see Pet Behavior.