Summer Lovin' Adoption Special on through July 18th--waived adoption fees for all Lonely Hearts Club animals! 

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
Grant

Grant
Male | 4 months
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Mix

Meet
Slushie

Slushie
Male | Adult
Californian
Rabbit

Meet
Socrates

Socrates
Male | Adult
Mouse

Meet
Marta

Marta
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Zottana

Zottana
Female | 6 months
Shepherd
Mix

Meet
Sofie

Sofie
Female | Senior
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Meet
Seasmoke

Seasmoke
Male | Baby
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Moondancer

Moondancer
Male | Baby
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Sunfyre

Sunfyre
Female | Baby
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Kitty

Kitty
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Topsy Turvy

Topsy Turvy
Available from Foster
Male | 2 months
Terrier, Pit Bull
Mix

Meet
Julie

Julie
Female | Adult
Shepherd
Mix

Meet
Piper

Piper
Female | Adult
Australian Cattle Dog
Mix

Meet
Kat

Kat
Female | 2 months
Terrier, Pit Bull
Mix

Meet
Trent

Trent
Male | 2 months
Catahoula Leopard dog
Mix

Meet
Cheeto

Cheeto
Female | 9 months
Terrier
Mix