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  • Blanding's Turtle: Tank Needed

    It has been an incredibly busy summer for our wildlife rehabilitation program.  One of our more notable patients was a Blanding’s turtle – a threatened species in Wisconsin.  He came to FLWC in March with a fracture on his lower shell after ...

  • Whisky's Journey

    By Rachel Fashing, DCHS Public Relations Intern     On July 24, a handsome 3 year old german shorthair pointer named Whisky was surrendered to Dane County Humane Society (DCHS).  This young guy came in sweet, friendly and ready to go to a...

  • Help Spike Heal from Double Knee Injury

    A handsome 3 year old Labrador Retriever mix named Spike, originally from a Texas shelter that had reached its capacity, arrived at Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) this past July.  Shortly after Spike’s arrival, DCHS’s Animal Medical Services r...

  • Wisconsin Wolf Hunt Concerns Animal Welfare Community

    The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board recently approved a controversial proposed emergency rule from the Department of Natural Resources regarding the upcoming wolf hunting and trapping season.  Dane County Humane Society has great concern over the l...

  • Warning Signs of Canine Heat Stroke

    Warning Signs of Canine Heat Stroke By: Bridget Heyrman, DCHS Animal Medical Services Intern As we near the extreme heat of summer, we all need to be aware of the effects that the heat can have on our beloved pets. Pets can quickly become overheated, fr...

  • CALL TO ACTION - Trapping Bill a Danger

    Trapping Bill SB 226 is a danger to companion animals and nature enthusiasts!  DCHS is asking supporters for an email and phone call campaign urging state senators to try to prevent SB-226, a bill related to trapping on public land, from moving forwa...

  • Thank you for Helping Sheba Heal

    Dane County Humane Society's (DCHS) Animal Medical Services (AMS) provides outstanding medical attention and care to all of the homeless animals that come through their doors. Occasionally, an animal needs special care, and DCHS is there for them!  A...