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
Jack Jack

Jack Jack
Male | 14 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Luna

Luna
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Simba

Simba
Male | 10 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Bella

Bella
Female | 10 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Nutters

Nutters
Male | 5 years
Chinchilla
Chinchilla

Meet
Butters

Butters
Male | 6 years
Chinchilla
Chinchilla

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Ziggy

Ziggy
Female | Adult
Terrier, American Pit Bull
Alaskan Husky

Meet
Harold

Harold
Male | 8 years
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

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Diamond

Diamond
Female | 4 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

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Mr Cat

Mr Cat
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Juju

Juju
Female | Adult
Terrier, American Pit Bull
Mix

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Yuki

Yuki
Female | 6 months
Akita
Mix

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Frankie

Frankie
Available from Foster
Male | 6 years
Chihuahua, Short Coat
Mix

Meet
Topaz

Topaz
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Leia

Leia
Available from Foster
Female | 10 years
German Shepherd
Mix

Meet
Al

Al
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix