volunteer
Lend us a Hand
From socializing cats, walking dogs, keeping house, to helping at events and joining one of our fun committees -- whatever it is you do to volunteer with us we guarantee it'll make you feel as good as one of our pets getting a good ol' belly rub! Please call us today to help!
adopt
Bring Home a Pet
Helping pets go home again. That's our mission every day. In 2018 alone we helped over 2,500 pet find safe and loving homes. Our pet personals are the best way to see up-to-the-minute details on who's waiting for you to take them home!
donate
Support Our Cause
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin started with folks just like you who wanted to be the voice for animals in our community. As a non-profit organization with more than 50% of its funding coming from donations and fundraising—we could not do it without you.
Upcoming Events
Cutest Pet Photo Contest
April 1, 2021 (Ongoing Event) - April 30, 2021
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest begins April 1st!
Don’t miss your opportunity to have your pet...
Petco Adoption Event
May 1, 2021 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm) -
Please stop by and meet some of our adoptable pets who are looking for a great home! You can speak to some of our amazing volunteers to learn...
News & Announcements
Local humane shelter using facial recognition technology for lost pets
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WTVO) — We all know pet owners who take countless photos of their furry friends. It can be amusing, annoying, and easy to make fun of...
Facial recognition database works to reunite lost pets with owners
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - A new, national database using facial recognition technology is working to help reunite lost pets with their owners, the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin...
