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 DCHS Thrift Store” animals are at our Thrift Store located at 6904 Watts Rd, Madison. Meet them during the store’s open hours.

Adopt

Select a pet for more information!

Meet
Nala

Nala
Female | 2 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Cookie

Cookie
Female | Adult
Holland Lop

Meet
Bruno

Bruno
Available from Foster
Male | Adult
Californian

Meet
Pinga

Pinga
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Olive

Olive
Available from Foster
Female | Adult
Angora Rabbit

Meet
Tiger Lily

Tiger Lily
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Star

Star
Female | 14 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Shasta

Shasta
Female | 14 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Runar

Runar
Male | 3 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Sombra

Sombra
Female | 11 months
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Missy

Missy
Female | 1 year
Old English Sheepdog
Poodle, Standard