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Apr 26th, 2024
Celebrating Ruth Vetter Day
April 26th marks a special day at Dane County Humane Society (DCHS).
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Jan 25th, 2022
A Staff Member's Perspective: An Opossum’s Journey
A certified wildlife veterinary technician at Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center shares the admission to release of one of the crankiest mammals to come through the center's doors.
Jan 25th, 2022
DCHS's Wildlife Center Plays NWRA Planning Host
The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA) annual symposium is being held in Madison from March 1-5, 2022.
Dec 29th, 2021
Keeping the Wild in Wildlife
When you see a wild animal that appears hungry or injured, your first reaction may be to try to help. DCHS Wildlife Center staff regularly see the unfortunate consequences of our "helpful" actions.
Dec 7th, 2021
Apprenticeships and Internships Give Flight to Wildlife Rehabilitators
There are not many trained, experienced or available wildlife rehabilitators in Wisconsin. Through programs like the Werndli Apprenticeship, DCHS's Wildlife Center hopes to change that.
Nov 30th, 2021
The Bird Who Stole Our Hearts
Thanks to supporters like you, DCHS’s Wildlife Center was able to raise a red-eyed vireo fledgling that had likely fallen out of its nest.
Nov 1st, 2021
A Turtle's Silver Lining
DCHS’s Wildlife Center staff found and nurtured hope for one turtle’s offspring over the summer.