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.
Featured Story
Jan 24th, 2023
Behind the Numbers: Wildlife Center's 2022 Annual Report Data
What animals were admitted to DCHS's Wildlife Center for rehabilitation in 2022? How many of what species, and could we find any trends? See details of our recent annual wildlife reports!
FULL STORY
Sep 7th, 2022
Camp Pawprint Makes PAW-some Return
A huge round of a-paws to our presenters for helping make Camp Pawprint’s return educational and fun for all!
Jun 8th, 2022
Providing Support During a Difficult Decision
Whatever the reason pet owners are contemplating pet surrender, DCHS provides various forms of support and counseling to help.
Sep 7th, 2021
For the Love of Bats
It’s the perfect time of year to exclude bats from homes. If you have bats in your attic or other spaces on your property, consider doing this task before cold weather comes.
How to Help Outreach & Education
Jul 20th, 2020
Keep People and Pets Together in our Community
You can keep families together by supporting Pets for Life today!
Pet Care Resources Outreach & Education
Apr 27th, 2020
Ask the Cat Specialist - Part 1
Spending more time with our feline friends has raised new questions in cat care
Pet Care Resources Outreach & Education
Apr 17th, 2020
Environmental Enrichment - Guinea Pigs, Rats & Snakes, Oh My!
Keep your critters active through environmental enrichment.