DCHS's Main Shelter, Thrift Stores, and Wildlife Center will be closing today (Tuesday, 4/14) at 5:00 pm due to severe weather warnings.
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WE CAN HELPUpcoming Events
Now through Fri. Apr 17th, 2026
See's Candies Spring Fundraiser
This spring, purchase a delicious gift for your friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, or yourself, and help animals in need!
Now through Sat. May 2nd, 2026
Fitchburg Farms: Plants for a Cause
| 1839 County Road MM Fitchburg, WI 53575
Support animals with beautiful plants and flowers! Order by 5/2 through our form, and sales will benefit DCHS!
Now through Thu. Apr 30th, 2026
Willowbark Pet Photography Fundraiser
Book a pet photoshoot with Willowbark Pet Photography this April, and support DCHS!
Mon. Apr 20th, 2026
3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Dine To Donate at Texas Roadhouse
3:00 pm | Texas Roadhouse, 7104 Watts Road, Madison, WI 53719
Grab dinner on April 20th at Texas Roadhouse on Watts Road to support DCHS. Present the flyer and 10% of your food purchase will be donated!
News
Apr 10th, 2026
Behind the Numbers: When Baby Animals Arrive
When are babies born and has the timing of annual admissions changed in the last decade? Read about the most common species born during spring months.
Apr 10th, 2026
Tips and Tricks for Baby Wild Animal Situations: Bunnies
DCHS's Wildlife Center admits hundreds of baby birds, mammals, and reptiles each spring — and receives the most calls about Eastern Cottontail Rabbits. Below are tips on when and how to intervene.
Adopt
Tiger
Male | 9 years
Domestic Shorthair
Yellowstone
Male | 9 months
Australian Cattle Dog
Fen
Female | 4 years
Domestic Shorthair
Puffin
Male | 9 years
Domestic Shorthair
Pip Squeak
Male | 11 months
Domestic Shorthair
Adoption Center Location & Hours
HOURS
Monday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
