AT THE SHELTER IN THE COMMUNITY
These animals are available for adoption and are located at the DCHS Main Shelter or satellite locations.

LEARN ABOUT THE ADOPTION PROCESS

ADOPTION FEES

SEE THE CURRENT WAITLIST

Check the Waitlist Before Your Visit

Wait times can vary from a few minutes to several hours before you are paired with a counselor to meet potential new pet(s). Shortest wait times tend to be between 2:00-4:00 on weekdays.

Important Labels to Notice on Adoptable Animals

“Unavailable for Visits Today” animals may be recovering from surgery or otherwise unavailable. If you are interested in that animal, visit the shelter a different day.

“Available from Foster” and “On an Outing” animals are not in the shelter. Leave a message for the Adoption Center at (608) 838-0413 ext. 145 to set up an appointment to meet these animals.

“Available from Thrift Store East” and “Available from Thrift Store West" animals are at our Thrift Store. Thrift Store East is located at 5231 High Crossing Blvd. and Thrift Store West is located at 6904 Watts Road, both in Madison. Meet them during the stores' open hours.

Adopt

Select a pet for more information!

Meet
Daisy

Daisy
Available from Foster
Female | 11 years
Maltese
Mix

Meet
Sooper

Sooper
Female | 14 years
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Meet
Tulip

Tulip
Female | Baby
Guinea Pig
Guinea Pig

Meet
Rose

Rose
Female | 4 months
Guinea Pig
Guinea Pig

Meet
Sirius

Sirius
Male | Adult
Mastiff
Mix

Meet
Rain

Rain
Female | 8 months
Terrier, American Pit Bull
Mix

Meet
Albert

Albert
Male | 10 months
Guinea Pig
Guinea Pig

Meet
Arthur

Arthur
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Peppa

Peppa
Male | 4 months
Guinea Pig
Guinea Pig

Meet
Wondo

Wondo
Male | Young
Poodle, Standard
Mix

Meet
Lola

Lola
Female | 2 years
Retriever, Labrador
Terrier, Pit Bull

Meet
Harley

Harley
Male | 10 months
Retriever, Labrador
Mix

Meet
Drexler

Drexler
Male | 13 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Bella

Bella
Female | 6 years
Australian Cattle Dog
Mix

Meet
Flint

Flint
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Star

Star
Female | Baby
Domestic Shorthair
Mix