The Ridglan Farms beagles have started arriving. Help us clear kennel space by adopting an available animal, help lost animals get home, and learn additional ways to help the beagles.
The Main Shelter (including the Adoption Center and Front Office) will be closed on Saturday, September 21, while we prepare for a special event. The shelter will reopen on Sunday, September 22.
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.
Thu. May 21st, 2026
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Shake Shack Donation Day
558 N Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53705
Shake Shack is hosting a donation day for DCHS on Thursday, May 21st!
Fri. May 22nd, 2026 to Sun. May 24th, 2026
Volunteer at Brat Fest
Volunteer at Brat Fest and earn a monetary donation for DCHS! Volunteer registration opens April 4th, 2026.
Sat. Sep 26th, 2026
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Bark & Wine
5132 Voges Road, Madison
Join us at the shelter to raise a glass AND funds for animals in need!
Sun. Nov 15th, 2026
7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Register for Madison Marathon
Use code "DCHS26" when you register for the Madison Marathon, and they'll donate to Dane County Humane Society! Register by November 1st.
Fri. Apr 2nd, 2027
5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Toto's Gala
Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI 53703
Join us for the biggest night for animals in Dane County!