The Columbia County Humane Society (CCHS) was incorporated in 1925 in response to a growing community need to care for unwanted and abandoned animals. In 1975, CCHS was recognized as a charitable tax-exempt organization. Three years later, the Society constructed its first animal shelter, providing a dedicated space for the care and adoption of homeless pets. As the organization continued to grow, a new and larger shelter was built in 1998 at the corner of Highway 16 West and Industrial Road, where CCHS continues its mission of serving animals and the people who care about them.
CCHS Mission Statement
CCHS is organized to ensure the protection, sheltering and welfare of all animals in and around Columbia County through a cooperative effort with our citizens.
Each year, the Columbia County Humane Society provides care and shelter for approximately 1,000 animals. Many arrive as strays brought in by local law enforcement and animal control officers, while others are transferred from partner shelters and rescue organizations or surrendered by their owners.
For more than a century, CCHS has saved countless lives through compassionate care, medical treatment, and successful adoption programs. Thanks to the support of our community, thousands of animals that might otherwise have been neglected or abandoned have found safe, loving homes.
LICENSE #266742-DS
The Columbia County Humane Society is a licensed animal sheltering facility regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP). We comply with all state requirements governing the care, sheltering, and adoption of animals, including Wisconsin’s regulations for dog adoptions.
As a licensed and inspected facility, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of animal care and welfare. Every dog offered for adoption receives a Certified Veterinary Inspection to help ensure it is healthy and ready for placement in a new home.
CCHS takes pride in operating as a responsible, compliant organization dedicated to providing safe shelter, compassionate care, and successful rehoming opportunities for homeless animals. Our commitment to transparency, accountability, and animal well-being helps ensure the best possible outcomes for the pets entrusted to our care.