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
Jasmine

Jasmine
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Spooky Gelato

Spooky Gelato
Female | 3 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Stella

Stella
Female | Adult
Rex
Rabbit

Meet
Pablo

Pablo
Male | 10 months
Retriever, Labrador
Mix

Meet
Giles

Giles
Available from Foster
Male | 11 months
American Blue Heeler
Mix

Meet
Bubbles

Bubbles
Available from Foster
Male | 8 months
Retriever, Labrador
Mix

Meet
Bella

Bella
Female | 2 years
German Shepherd
Mix

Meet
Mac

Mac
Available from Foster
Male | Adult
Shepherd
Mix

Meet
Pancake

Pancake
Male | 2 years
Guinea Pig

Meet
Marlin

Marlin
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Million

Million
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Dylan

Dylan
Male | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Meet
Cool Whip

Cool Whip
Male | Adult
Guinea Pig

Meet
Jasper

Jasper
Male | 7 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Yamaha

Yamaha
Male | 1 year
Retriever
Mix

Meet
Cleo

Cleo
Female | 3 months
Domestic Shorthair
Mix