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Dec 29th, 2025

How to Safely Help Animals Trapped in Glue, Sticky Substances

Glue traps are inhumane and often harm unintended animals. If you find an animal stuck in a glue trap or other sticky substance, it’s important to know how to respond safely—and what to avoid.

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Adoption How to Help

May 20th, 2024

A Soft Landing for Rocket

When senior dog Rocket needed time outside of the shelter, one of DCHS’s foster families immediately stepped up. Now, she’s thriving in her new home.

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Shelter Happenings

May 19th, 2024

New Store, Same Mission

We’ve been asked over the past several years “When will we open a second location?” and now, we have some exciting news to share!

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May 18th, 2024

Hopping to Help

Thanks to our community’s support, an injured rabbit who was tossed away had a second chance at a new beginning.

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Outreach & Education

May 17th, 2024

Expanding Their Impact

More educational opportunities than ever before! Due to ever-increasing demand, DCHS's Humane Education team has been expanding their offerings.

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Apr 10th, 2024

YOU Can Help Wildlife's Youngest Patients During Baby Shower Week

Thanks to a surprise $2,500 matching gift from Steve and Margie Holzheuter, you can DOUBLE your impact for baby wildlife when you give between now and Sunday April 21st!

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Apr 10th, 2024

Big Brown Bat Rises

A Big Brown Bat was near death when he arrived at DCHS's Wildlife Center earlier this year. After steady care from wildlife rehabilitators, this bat made an amazing transformation.

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