Check out our new hours. Most DCHS and Wildlife Center services are by appointment only, including reuniting lost animals, surrendering a pet, wildlife rehabilitation, and more. Adoption visits are first-come, first-served. We recommend checking our current waitlist prior to your visit.
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Dec 2nd, 2022
You Made Our Hearts Soar This #GivingTuesday
We are blown away by your gratitude this #GivingTuesday. Together, we raised over $108,000 for pets, barnyard animals, and wildlife in our community!
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Jun 30th, 2022
DCHS Joins Team Berkeley
After escaping his family’s camper as they moved across the country, it took a village to help Berkeley find his way home again.
Jun 27th, 2022
Tips to Help Pets During Fireworks Season
DCHS provides tips on how to keep your pets safe during the Independence Day holiday and what to do if they get lost.
Jun 14th, 2022
Keep Your Pets Safe During Excessive Heat
Dane County Humane Society offers tips for pet families during extreme temperatures
Jun 8th, 2022
Providing Support During a Difficult Decision
Whatever the reason pet owners are contemplating pet surrender, DCHS provides various forms of support and counseling to help.
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 8th, 2022
Helping Wild Birds in the Time of HPAI
HPAI: What it is and how DCHS’s Wildlife Center made changes so we could continue helping wild birds in need.