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!

Button
Female | 11 years
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Jelly Bean
Female | 8 months
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Mama T
Female | 2 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Pumpkin
Female | Senior
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Neko
Male | 9 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Baby
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Magic
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Shadow
Male | 6 months
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Chloe
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Chickadee
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Antoinette
Female | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Pete
Male | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Patrick
Male | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Lily
Female | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Orchid
Female | Young
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Lavender
Female | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix