Every humane society and shelter hopes that you will come to them to adopt your new best friend and save a life. But where do you go when they don't have the specific breed or animal that is a good match for your family? Breed rescue organizations are a great alternative!

About Breed Rescue

Commonly, breed rescues are independent groups that typically take in animals of one particular species and/or breed. By specializing in only one species or breed, they are able to provide adopters with medical and behavioral information specific to that type of animal. Additionally, most breed rescues house animals in foster homes until they are adopted. The foster family will be able to provide you with even more information about the individual animal and how it does in a home setting.

Rescue Listings

When contacting a rescue group, please remember that they are often a small group of individuals that are volunteering their own time to help these animals. Be patient! They will do their best to find the right match for your home but finding that perfect new family member can take time.

For additional contacts beyond the ones listed, try:

• Maddie's Partners 
• Petfinder
• Petango

Information for Rescues

Rescues listed on Dane County Humane Society's website must be pre-approved.  For an application to be listed, contact the Outreach & Annual Giving Supervisor at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .