Welcome to HSSW
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin (formerly the Rock County Humane Society) is a private nonprofit 501c3 organization whose mission is to provide shelter and humane care to lost and homeless pets, reunite lost pets with their families, promote positive pet adoptions and educate our community in order to inspire compassion and responsible pet guardianship.
We’re Here to Help
Adopt
We would love to help you find your new furry friend – dog, cat, or critter! Click the link below to view all of our adoptable pets.
Vet Care
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin is happy to offer low-cost spay/neuter services & vaccine/wellness services to the community.
I Lost My Pet
Losing a pet can be scary. Click the link below to see all of the lost pets currently at HSSW and check out our Lost Pet Tips.
A Small Donation Goes
a Long Way
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin started with folks just like you who wanted to be the voice for animals in our community. You can choose your gift type and level—every gift makes a beautiful difference! As a non-profit with more than 50% of our funding coming from donations and grants, we thank you for helping us fulfill our mission: Helping pets go home again. We could not do it without you.
Get Involved with HSSW
Volunteer
From socializing cats to walking dogs to helping at events to assisting in our surgery suite, there’s a little something for everyone!
Foster
Fostering is a loving way to help a shelter animal acclimate to a home setting before being adopted into a permanent home.
Events
HSSW puts on events of all types throughout each year – fundraisers, outreach events, community events, and more. See you there!
Featured Events
Non-Profit Engagement Fair
September 24th | 3pm-6pm | Family Services of Southern Wisconsin
Our friends at the GBCC are putting on a Non-Profit Engagement Fair and invited us to join in on the fun! Come on out for an engaging afternoon filled with the opportunity to connect local non-profits with the people who want to make a difference – like HSSW!
This expo will provide organizations with the opportunity to showcase their mission, share their impact, and engage directly with volunteers and future board members. It’s a chance to build meaningful connections, strengthen community involvement, and grow your organization’s reach.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP though!
Sept
24
Rescue Effect Adoption Event #4
September 24th-? | Regular Adoption Hours | HSSW
From August through October, we’re teaming up with the ASPCA for a nationwide campaign called The Rescue Effect to help more animals find homes. Join us! We have pets of all sizes, ages and wonderful personalities available for adoption — maybe your home is the one they’ve been waiting for!
When you choose adoption, you’ll welcome home the best friend you’ve been dreaming of, and another animal will finally get the care and shelter they need. It’s a ripple: When you adopt one, you save many more. That’s The Rescue Effect.
Thanks to the support of the ASPCA, adoption fees for our pets* have been covered during this event! This event will run from Thursday, September 24th until we have depleted all funding for this project. Read More…
Sept
24-?
Puppy & Kitten Shower
September 27th | 12pm-4pm | Sunny + Olive
Our friends at Sunny + Olive are hosting a puppy & kitten shower for our animal friends in need at the HSSW! Come out for an afternoon full of cuddles, cuteness, and giving back! Plus, bring in a donation item for HSSW and receive 10% off your purchase at Sunny + Olive!
Sept
27
Community Business Support
Contact Us
Email Address
Phone Number
Shelter Address
Janesville, WI 53546