Our Main Shelter (including the Adoption Center and Front Office) will be closed Saturday, 9/30, for Bark & Wine! The Wildlife Center and Thrift Store will be open their regular hours.
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Sep 7th, 2023
Supporting Our Community Together
Your incredible support provides that extra help needed to keep families together.
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Sep 7th, 2022
Keeping Pets With the Families Who Love Them
Animals thrive with the families who love them. Pets for Life supports people in our community, like Fernando and his family, by providing essential supplies and services – all at no cost.

Aug 2nd, 2022
20,000 Hours of Support to DCHS and the Community
DCHS volunteer Karrie Frantz has given more than 20,000 hours of service in our foster program. And she’s not slowing down anytime soon.

Jun 8th, 2022
Age is Just a Number! Ways Kids Can Support DCHS
Too young to volunteer? From lemonade stands to selling handmade items, there are many ways children can support Dane County Humane Society (DCHS)!

Jun 6th, 2022
Supporting DCHS From Afar
He doesn’t live in Wisconsin anymore, but Michael still gives monthly to Dane County Humane Society (DCHS).

May 17th, 2022
Help Wild Birds, Fox Kits Heal
Gifts will be matched to purchase PPE, tests, and supplies so our Wildlife Center can safely admit and care for wild birds and fox kits.

May 4th, 2022
Foster Big Dogs
Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) is looking for foster families for big dogs. Could you provide a foster home where a pup can relax?