Helping Lydia Together

Lydia is a special cat with an inspiring story.  She is also the perfect example of our partnership with Shelter From The Storm and Dane County Friends of Ferals thanks to Maddie's Fund.  Read more here.

Help Us Build a New Treatment Facility

We are challenging pet lovers to open their hearts and pocketbooks to help support the building of a new facility for treating cats with ringworm.  For every dollar DCHS raises for this project, Maddie’s Fund will match, dollar for dollar, up to $100,000.  Read more here.

Shelter Challenge - Through April 18

Help Dane County Humane Society win a $10,000 grant!  Vote for us in The Animal Rescue Site Shelter⁺ Challenge now through April 18, 2010.  Read more here.

Breed Matching Program

Need help finding your new best friend?  Through our breed matching program, DCHS can notify you when the type of animal you are looking for becomes available for adoption.  Read more here.

Barkins' Thrift Store - Open Mondays

Shop at our thrift store, Barkins', every Monday!  Whether you looking for a bargain or want to see how you can help, come on down and see what treasure you can find!  Read more here.

Support Assembly Bill 793 - March 11

There is an assembly public hearing scheduled for Thursday, March 11 at 10:15am.  Please join us at the State Capitol 415 Northwest and register your support for Assembly Bill 793 - helping protect animals taken into custody.  Read more here.

BoomeR Fest - March 13

Join Dane County Humane Society at the Midwest's only event focused on improving the lifves of America's Baby Boom Generation - BoomeR Fest 2010!  Enjoy a day of learning and networking featuring exhibitors and seminars.  Read more here.

Wildlife Baby Shower - March 20

Help us prepare for the arrival of spring babies by bringing a gift from our Four Lakes Wildlife Center wish list.  Join us for an afternoon of family fun!  Read more here.

Easter Bunny Breakfast - April 3

Join us for a pancake breakfast and Easter egg hunt with all proceeds to benefit Wisconsin's wildlife!  Advance tickets recommended.  Read more here.

Spring Fever Fest - April 8

Join DCHS's very own Maddie the Schnauzer at this celebration for children with special needs and their families.  Win prizes, enjoy snacks, play games, and have fun!  Read more here.

Maddie's Fund Projects in Dane County

Learn about DCHS's collaboration with Shelter from the Storm and Dane County Friends of Ferals.  By working together we can reach our goal of making Dane County an adoption guarantee community by 2012.  Click here for more information.

Feline Friends Fund

The Feline Friends Fund provides lifesaving donations directly to the homeless cats at Dane County Humane Society.  Contributions support cat adoption programs, spay and neuter surgeries to help reduce chronic overpopulation, as well as outreach and educational efforts to make our community a safer, kinder place for cats. Click here to donate directly to the Feline Friends Fund.

Businesses That Support Us

At Madison Property Management, we are committed to providing quality service to meet your housing and management needs. We have a wide variety of pet-friendly homes available in and around all areas of Madison. With a huge selection of amenities and styles, we are confident you won’t be disappointed!

Who's Helping Animals

Camp Shalom Noar Thank you Camp Shalom for visiting the shelter and donating over $230 to our animals!