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Looking for your new best friend? View our adoptable dogs, cats, and critters and consider how second-chance animals give first-class love!

DONATIONS, MEMBERSHIP, & SPECIAL GIVING

DCHS is a private, non-profit charity supported almost entirely by donations from generous people like you. Learn more about the many ways to support our homeless animals through membership, memorials, sponsorships, donations, and more!  For information about the many ways you can help our homeless animals, check out our giving page here.

SNAP: SPAY/NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

DCHS offers low cost spay and neuter assistance programs for both individuals and rescue groups. If you are in need of assistance for either companion or feral animals, please let us help! Every day is spay day at Dane County Humane Society!

VOLUNTEER AT DCHS

Volunteers are critical to the care of our homeless animals. Learn more about volunteer opportunities including animal care and socialization, customer service and administrative support, and special events.

LOST PET SEARCH

DCHS is the stray holding facility for all stray animals found in Dane County. Search here for your missing pet and hopefully make a happy reunion!

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Shelter News

Job Openings Now!

Looking for a rewarding opportunity?  Join the staff of Dane County Humane Society!  We currently have an opening for a Part-Time Education Assistant.  For more information, click here.

Buy a Bucky Book

Get your Bucky Book today and directly support Dane County Humane Society.  For each Bucky Book purchased on behalf of Dane County Humane Society, Bucky Book will donate $12 of the purchase price to us!  Order online - just remember to designate DCHS as your charity of choice on your order form!  The homeless animals thank you.

DCHS Receives Maddie's Fund Grant

Maddie’s Fund awarded Dane County Humane Society a first year grant of $297,000 in August, 2008 to increase adoptions and spay/neuter surgeries. As adoption and spay/neuter goals are achieved, Maddie's Fund will provide animal welfare groups and private veterinarians with more than $900,000 to save all of the healthy and treatable shelter dogs and cats in Dane County over the next five years.  Click here for more information.

Microchipping Every Day!

Losing a pet can be unexpected and stressful, but microchipping is a solution to ensure happy reunions.  DCHS is pleased to announce that microchipping services will now be available at the shelter during all open hours!  The cost is $30 for dogs and only $15 for cats.  Click here to find out when we are open and where we are located.

FIV and FeLV Cats for Adoption

Are you looking for a feline friend that is extra special? Consider giving a FIV or FeLV positive cat a chance at happiness. For more information on FIV and FeLV or if you are interested in adopting one of these friendly felines, click here.


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Upcoming Events

Mobile Adoptions Every Month!

Come on out and meet adoptable cats and dogs in your community!  Many animals are ready to go home the same day if you find your purrfect match.  To see where we’ll be, check our schedule for a list of dates and locations.

Pet Loss Support Group

DCHS hosts a Pet Loss Support Group the third Thursday of each month from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at the main shelter. This group is intended to help people deal with or prepare for the loss of a companion animal.

Spay Days

Every other Saturday, DCHS offers low-cost spay and neuter services for individuals in need. The cost is only $26 per cat and includes spay or neuter surgery and an FVRCP vaccine. If your weekends are too busy, you can call to make an individual appointment Monday through Thursday. There are also limited weekday appointments available for Pit Bull Terriers at a rate of $65 per dog. Call (608) 838-0413 today to register. Also ask about our FREE spay and neuter Maddie’s Project program for income-eligible participants and feral cat caretakers!

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Feline Friends Fund

The Feline Friends Fund provides lifesaving donations directly to the homeless cats at Dane County Humane Society. Help support our efforts to make a difference in the lives of the thousands of cats that come through our doors. Contributions to the Feline Friends Fund support cat adoption programs, spay and neuter surgeries to help reduce chronic overpopulation, as well as outreach and educational efforts to make our community a safer, kinder place for cats. Click here to donate directly to the Feline Friends Fund.

Help Me Heal Fund

Dane County Humane Society's Animal Medical Services (AMS) provides outstanding medical attention and care to ALL of the homeless animals that come through our doors.  Our latest story is about an energetic kitten named Morel who through sickness kept a fighting spirit and loving heart (click on the picture to read more).  We depend on your kindhearted donations to make these miracles happen.  To make a contribution, please donate directly to the Help Me Heal fund.

Businesses That Support Us

Learn more about businesses that support DCHS.
Every animal that is adopted from DCHS is entitled to a lifetime discount of 10% for U Dirty Dog's grooming services.  Employees also volunteer at DCHS once a week grooming shelter animals.

Who's Helping Animals

Jackson

Thank you Jackson for donating money from your change jar to help our animals!

5132 Voges Road, Madison, WI 53718
Phone: (608) 838 - 0413