EXTENDED! Adoption fees for ALL Lonely Hearts Club pets have been WAIVED through Sunday, August 16th! Help us give these Lonely Hearts the loving homes they deserve.

Jul 16, 2023

DCHS's Wildlife Center's Bi-Annual Stats

Summer stats are here! See our bi-annual patient volumes, species, and time of admissions. DCHS’s Wildlife Center hit its peak of patient intake at the end of May!

Statistics were provided courtesy Emily Temte, DCHS's Wildlife Receptionist and Assistant Rehabilitator.

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Aug 3rd, 2026

Farly's Journey from FIP to Family

Your support gave Farly the chance to beat FIP and find a new home!

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Jul 23rd, 2026

To Fledge or Not to FLedge

Finding a baby bird on the ground doesn't always mean it needs rescuing. Many healthy fledglings spend time on the ground as a normal part of learning to become independent. Learn more below.

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Jul 23rd, 2026

Day in the Life of Our Wildlife Interns

What does a day at DCHS's Wildlife Center look like? Follow our interns as they gain hands-on experience caring for and rehabilitating sick, injured, and orphaned native wildlife.

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Jul 23rd, 2026

How You Can Help Migrating Birds

Help birds have a safer migration! Learn simple, bird-friendly actions you can take this fall to protect birds migrating in Wisconsin.

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Jul 23rd, 2026

Intern Q&A: Summer Wildlife Interns Share Their Experiences

Four summer wildlife rehabilitation interns share their experiences, including why they applied, the skills they're gaining, and the animals they've cared for.

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Jul 13th, 2026

DCHS Celebrates Excellence at Annual Meeting

Dane County Humane Society honored staff, volunteers, and community partners during our Annual Membership Meeting on Wednesday, June 24.

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