dane county humane society

Meet this week's Pet of the Week: Claude

Meet Claude! This 7-year-old is looking for a new best friend. He starts out shy, but once he gets to know you, he can be very affectionate. He enjoys playing with…

Pet of the Week: Rocky

You can learn more about Rocky and all of the pets up for adoption at the Dane County Humane Society by going to giveshelter.org.

Turtle hurt in prairie fire released after three-year rehab

MADISON, Wis. -- A turtle that spent the last three years recovering at the Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center returned to the wild Saturday. DCHS officials said that the Blanding's turtle was severely injured in a controlled prairie burn…

Pets of the Week: Gucci and Blankie

You can meet Gucci, Blankie and all of the other animals up for adoption at the Dane County Humane Society. Go to giveshelter.org for more information on the pets that are available.

Pet-entially Yours: Scrappy

Scrappy, a 4-year-old retriever/labrador mix, is looking for a fur-ever home. Contact the Dane County Humane Society for more information.

Pet-entially Yours: Sadie

Sadie is a senior kitty, but don't let her age fool you -- she's chatty and playful. Contact the Dane County Humane Society for more details.

Pet-entially Yours: Skippy

Skippy is a male American Blue Heeler mix up for adoption. Contact the Dane County Humane Society for more information.

Pet-entially Yours: Blue

Blue is a two-year-old male coonhound mix up for adoption. Contact the Dane County Humane Society for more information.

Were more pets adopted due to quarantine?

While some area pet shelters reported adoption increases during quarantine, others report lower numbers due to fewer furry friends available for adoption.

While some area pet shelters reported adoption increases during quarantine, others report lower numbers due to fewer furry friends available for adoption.

DCHS: Be on lookout for turtle crossings

Org asks motorists to be on look out for turtles crossing roadways

As turtles come out of hibernation the Dane County Humane Society urges motorists to be on the lookout for turtles crossing roadways.