Give a dog a new leash on life!
Help 500 dogs find new homes this October.

October is Adopt-a-Dog Month and the Wisconsin and Ozaukee Humane Societies are hoping to place 500 dogs in new homes in just 31 days. With your help, we can achieve our goal!

You can do it, Pip!
Help Pip reach his new home by adopting a dog during the month of October. As more dogs are adopted, Pip will get closer to home!

There are numerous reasons to bring a furry friend into your life, but here are the top ten reasons to adopt a dog from WHS or OHS this month.

10. Sharing your life with a dog will make both your lives even better.

9. You’ll always have someone to cheer with during the big game.

8. WHS and OHS dogs are already spayed or neutered, microchipped and have been given initial vaccinations.

7. You'll have a snuggle buddy as the days get shorter.

6. Dogs can promote exercise, help lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, and fight depression and loneliness.

5. WHS and OHS have an unbelievable variety of dog breeds, ages, sizes and personalities.

4. Your other dog will have someone to talk to while you’re at work.

3. With an appropriate costume, you can go trick or treating, even if you don’t have kids.

2. Who doesn't need lots of unconditional love?

1. And the number one reason you should adopt a dog from the Wisconsin and Ozaukee Humane Societies in October is...

All dog adopters will receive a special gift pack with their adoption.
They'll also get a chance to spin the wheel and upgrade their prize!

Other fun opportunities for visitors interested in adopting a dog from the Wisconsin Humane Society include:

Extreme Makeover, Puppy Haven Edition!
Watch as Portable Pet Groomers transforms Puppy Haven dogs! These dogs deserve the best and they'll get it as they go from sad to studly and dreary to divine! Be sure to stop in Dog Town on Friday, October 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and watch these amazing makeovers. Each dog will also receive a blueberry facial!

Tricks for Treats
Teach your dog a new trick by watching training demonstrations by our Dog Manners class trainer, Linda Bobot! Stop by the shelter on Saturday, October 11 between noon and 1:00 p.m. to learn more!