diff --git a/typeclasses/pets.py b/typeclasses/pets.py
index 4c18cd1..2960016 100755
--- a/typeclasses/pets.py
+++ b/typeclasses/pets.py
@@ -480,7 +480,7 @@ class BHB(Friendly):
         meadow = self.global_search("mp05")
         cave = self.global_search("mp07")
 
-        if 'portal_open' in self.location:
+        if 'portal_open' in self.location.room_states:
             msg = f"The {noun} becomes frightened of the flying lights."
             self.location.msg_contents(msg)
             self.move_to(cave, move_type="traverse")