The Ridglan Farms beagles have arrived at DCHS! Help us care for them by adopting an available animal, help lost animals get home, and learn additional ways to help the beagles.

Dec 5, 2024

You Made Us Leap for Joy this #GivingTuesday

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We are overwhelmed with gratitude. Together, we met our fundraising goal - the highest we've ever set!

Hundreds of you came together to do more to support animals than any one person could do alone. Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered their time, engaged with us on social media, spread the word, and enjoyed the heartwarming tails we shared.

Because of you, we met our goal - the highest we've ever set! Thank you for providing compassion, healing, and new beginnings to the thousands of animals who come through our doors each year. We could not do this without you!

We would like to give a special thank you to our $60,000 Matching Gift Challengers for inspiring such generosity with their combined matching gift - the largest we've ever had!

  • Linn Roth & Jean Martinelli
  • Dave & Joyce Van Gompel
  • Bob Bartholomew
  • Linda Fuller, in memory of Steve and Mellow
  • Tom Theisen
  • Janet Walsh & Mike Vanden Brook
  • Clay Rehm and Gina Milani-Rehm
  • Suzanne Roeh
  • Anonymous Friends of DCHS, in honor of their two amazing rescue dogs, the wonderful work of Camp Pawprint, and the unforgettable experiences and memories Camp gave them as kids growing up
  • Sarah Grimes
  • Dr. Diane Elson

Enjoy These Heartwarming Tails Made Possible by You!

Brownie's Story

Your incredible generosity gave Brownie a chance to breathe – first repairing her lungs, then moving her to a loving home.

Provide vital and lifesaving veterinary diagnostics and care to pups like Brownie

Dec 03, 2024

A Chance to Breathe

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Blanding's Turtle Mother and Hatchlings

Your support ensures Wisconsin turtles can heal from extensive injuries and grow up healthy – even the ones who arrive before they hatch!

Support healing and hatching Wisconsin's turtles at DCHS's Wildlife Center!

Dec 03, 2024

Healing and Hatching Wisconsin’s Turtles

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Tunnel Bob's Story

YOUR generous support provides special care to special cats like TJ Eckleburg – now Tunnel Bob!

Support our skilled veterinary team who can perform emergent and routine medical procedures

Nov 30, 2024

New Beginnings for Loving Companions

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Because of You, Bobkittens Times Two!

Supporters like YOU gave these orphaned bobkittens a chance not only to survive but to thrive.

Provide specialized care and treatment to patients at DCHS's Wildlife Center

Nov 25, 2024

A Wild Journey of Hope at DCHS’s Wildlife Center

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The Green Heron's Story

YOUR generous support ensures DCHS’s Wildlife Center can provide specialized treatment to Wisconsin wildlife, like this Green Heron in need of help.

Provide specialized care and treatment to patients at DCHS's Wildlife Center

Dec 03, 2024

Where the Wild Things Mend

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May 11th, 2026

DCHS Assisting with Ridglan Farms Beagle Rescue

A total of 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms were released—and they need our community more than ever.

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Apr 29th, 2026

Leading the Way

How DCHS is Shaping the Future of Animal Welfare: With the help of supporters like you, we can make a difference in the lives of animals.

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Apr 26th, 2026

Celebrating Ruth Vetter Day

April 26th marks a special day at Dane County Humane Society (DCHS).

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Apr 22nd, 2026

YOU Can Help A Poisoned Swan Heal

A lone, lethargic Tundra Swan found in a field is suffering from severe lead toxicity. We need YOUR help to heal them.

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Apr 10th, 2026

Behind the Numbers: When Baby Animals Arrive

When are babies born and has the timing of annual admissions changed in the last decade? Read about the most common species born during spring months.

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Apr 10th, 2026

Tips and Tricks for Baby Wild Animal Situations: Bunnies

DCHS's Wildlife Center admits hundreds of baby birds, mammals, and reptiles each spring — and receives the most calls about Eastern Cottontail Rabbits. Below are tips on when and how to intervene.

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