DCHS's Main Shelter and Thrift Stores will be closed to the public on Monday, March 16 due to the winter storm.
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WE CAN HELPUpcoming Events
Now through Tue. Mar 31st, 2026
RESCUES and ROAD TRIPS
| 149 Waubesa St. Madison, WI 53704
M.L. Krase shows rescue-animal & hubcap art Mar 1–31, 2026 at Ballweg Gallery; a portion of sales supports DCHS!
Now through Tue. Mar 17th, 2026
Native Plant Sale
Help the Wildlife Center by purchasing native plants for them!
Fri. Mar 20th, 2026
5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Toto's Gala
5:30 pm | Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI 53703
Join us for the biggest night for animals in Dane County!
Wed. Mar 25th, 2026
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Red Robin Gives Back
11:00 am | 6522 Monona Dr Monona, WI 53716
Craving a great meal? Head to Red Robin in Monona on March 25th, for delicious food & 20% of sales will benefit DCHS!
News
Jan 20th, 2026
Behind the Numbers: Wildlife Center's 2025 Annual Report
DCHS's Wildlife Center admitted 3,158 animals in 2025, with nearly 70% successfully rehabilitated. But how do we determine “success” in wildlife rehabilitation? We break it down.
Jan 20th, 2026
2025 Wildlife Patients of the Year
Wildlife staff, interns, and volunteers nominated and voted for their favorite patients of 2025.
Adoption Center Location & Hours
HOURS
Monday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
