Most DCHS and Wildlife Center services are by appointment only, including reuniting lost animals, surrendering a pet, wildlife rehabilitation, and more. Adoption visits are first-come, first-served. We recommend checking our current waitlist prior to your visit.
The Main Shelter will be closed on Saturday, October 16 while we prepare for a special event. The Shelter will reopen on Sunday, October 17th.
The Thrift Store will be open during normal hours.
Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center will be open during normal hours. Please call them at (608) 287-3235 with any questions or if you have found a wild animal you believe is in need of assistance.
Now through Sat. Dec 31st, 2022
One Barrel Brewing Company Hard Seltzers
2001 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Princess and Penny is a brand new hard seltzer line from One Barrel Brewing Company the benefits DCHS!
Now through Sat. Dec 31st, 2022
David Reck Pet Portraits
Purchase a custom pet portrait from a local artist and a donation will be made to help local animals in need!
Now through Sat. Dec 3rd, 2022
Stampin' Up! Craft Fairs
Shop at Stampin' Up! this holiday season and a portion of sales will be donated back to DCHS!
Sat. Oct 15th, 2022
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bark & Wine: Wildlife Edition!
5132 Voges Road, Madison
Bark & Wine has gone wild to celebrate our Wildlife Center’s 20th Anniversary!
Sat. Oct 22nd, 2022
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Central Bark Howl-oween Party
2530 Advance Rd, Madison, WI 53718
You and your pup are invited to the most fun Howloween party in town!
Sun. Oct 30th, 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Dog Costume Parade
Wingra Park
Costumed dogs & their owners will meet at Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream for a dog treat, then walk through the park to MadCat for a gift bag.
Tue. Nov 29th, 2022
ALL DAY
#GivingTuesday
Join Dane County Humane Society on #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving!