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.

Jul 6, 2018

Halfway to our Directors' Council Goal!

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We've reached the halfway point in our drive to find 25 new Directors' Council members!

Thank you to the generous supporters who have joined in to help us meet our $25,000 matching challenge. If you are still interested, please join us as an inaugural member of the new DCHS Directors' Council and make a tremendous impact in the lives of animals. As a member, you join other devoted supporters giving $1,000 per year or more to support the lifesaving work of DCHS.

These critical funds allow us to apply your gift immediately for daily shelter and community outreach operations, help us meet unplanned, unmet and unanticipated needs in our community, and spark innovative best practices to serve as a model for animal welfare organizations nationwide.

Members in the Directors’ Council have the opportunity to engage in unique experiences with DCHS throughout the year. This includes updates and focus groups with our Directors and other shelter leaders, exclusive special events, animal experiences and more.

You can give annually or sign up as a Constant Companion monthly donor for $84/month. Act now and your donation will go twice as far thanks to our generous matching challenge donors!

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DCHS Assisting with Ridglan Farms Beagle Rescue

A total of 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms are being 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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