Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Animal Shelter & Adoption Center in Sheboygan, WI
Since 1964, the Humane Society of Sheboygan County has been dedicated to preventing cruelty to animals, relieving their suffering, and promoting humane education. As Sheboygan County's only open-admissions, no-kill shelter, we serve over 4,750 animals annually through adoption programs, community outreach, and medical care. Our Companion Animal Assistance Program (CAAP) provides free pet food to families in need, ensuring pets remain with their loving owners.We offer low-cost services including spay/neuter clinics, vaccinations, and euthanasia/cremation, funded entirely by donations. Our team of experienced professionals and 200+ volunteers work tirelessly to rehabilitate animals, manage community programs, and educate the public on responsible pet ownership. With a legacy of compassion and a commitment to innovation, we strive to be a trusted resource for animal welfare in our region.
Services
Spay Neuter Assistance
Vaccine Clinics
Pet Surrender
Nail Trims
Trap Neuter Return
Barn Cat Adoption
Pet Food Assistance
Euthanasia Services
Microchipping
Shelter Tours
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We are Sheboygan County's only open-admissions, no-kill shelter since 1964
- We serve over 4,750 animals annually through adoption and community programs
- Our Companion Animal Assistance Program supports families facing food insecurity
- We offer low-cost veterinary services including spay/neuter and vaccinations
- Our facility was designed with specialized accessibility features for animal care
What people say
Lifesaving work
Caring staff
Community-focused programs
Excellent adoption process
Dedicated volunteers
Services
Spay Neuter Assistance Program
Our Spay Neuter Assistance Program provides affordable sterilization services for Sheboygan County residents facing financial barriers. The program includes pre-surgical examinations, anesthesia, and post-operative care performed by licensed veterinarians. All animals receive a small tattoo near the incision site to indicate sterilization, helping reduce pet overpopulation in our community.
Companion Animal Assistance Program
This program offers free dog and cat food for up to one year to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. By providing this essential support, we help keep pets with their families rather than entering the shelter system. The program serves approximately 2,700 animals annually through community partnerships and donor support.
Euthanasia & Cremation Services
We provide compassionate end-of-life care for pets at a reduced cost, including both euthanasia and cremation services. Our staff offers emotional support to pet owners during this difficult time while maintaining dignity and respect for the animals. Services are available by appointment with proper documentation of vaccinations and licensing.
Trap Neuter Return Program
This program enables responsible colony caretakers to participate in sterilizing unowned, feral cats. The process includes trapping, sterilization, vaccination, and safe return to their environment. The program helps manage feral cat populations humanely while addressing community concerns about stray animal populations.
Barn Cat Adoption Program
Our Barn Cat Adoption Program matches cats suited for outdoor living with appropriate working environments like farms or warehouses. These cats provide natural pest control while receiving shelter and care. The program helps place cats that might not thrive in traditional indoor homes into suitable working environments.
People
Carol Hollfelder
Founder
Carol founded the Sheboygan County Humane Society after overcoming personal adversity from a motorcycle accident. Her vision created the capital campaign that built the current facility. The shelter was named in her honor for her dedication to animal welfare and her pioneering spirit in adaptive racing.
Carol Knier
Founder
One of the original founders from the early 1960s, Carol Knier helped establish the Sheboygan County Humane Society alongside Ann Fredricks and Sophie Gunther. Their collective efforts laid the foundation for the organization's ongoing commitment to animal welfare in the community.
Ann Fredricks
Founder
As a founding member in the early 1960s, Ann Fredricks played a crucial role in establishing the Sheboygan County Humane Society. Alongside Carol Knier and Sophie Gunther, she helped create the organization's initial framework for animal rescue and community education programs.
Sophie Gunther
Founder
Sophie Gunther was among the pioneering volunteers who established the Sheboygan County Humane Society in the early 1960s. Her dedication to animal welfare contributed to the organization's early success in creating adoption programs and community outreach initiatives.
Questions
What makes you different from other animal shelters?
We are Sheboygan County's only open-admissions, no-kill shelter. We never euthanize animals for space or time constraints and focus on community-based solutions.
How can I adopt a pet from your shelter?
Visit during open hours, complete an application, and meet with staff to find your perfect match. Adoptions are processed on a first-come basis after approval.
Do you offer low-cost veterinary services?
Yes, we provide spay/neuter assistance, vaccine clinics, and euthanasia services at reduced rates. All fees must be paid in advance with cash or card.
How is your organization funded?
We receive no government funding and rely entirely on donations, grants, and program fees to care for over 4,750 animals annually.
Can I volunteer with animals?
Yes! We have over 200 volunteers helping with animal care, events, and administrative tasks. Complete our application process to start making a difference.
What community programs do you offer?
Our programs include CAAP (pet food assistance), low-cost spay/neuter, trap-neuter-return, barn cat adoption, and pet surrender services to keep animals in homes.
Reviews (6)
ElleA McCoy
Jun 27, 2022
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They were very friendly and informative. I will definitely be going back. May even adopt a furry friend when the time comes.
Venus Tostevin
Jun 21, 2022
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Sheboygan humane society is a wonderful place with delightful staff. They share our love for Fur Babies' and work hard to create a loving environment until they make it home to their worried family, or home to their expectant family. Lots of adorable expectant faces and wagging tails, I wanted to take them all home. If you have room and are looking for a pet, your new best friend could be waiting for you.
J. W.
Jun 01, 2022
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Once they get for sure up and running its gonna get a nice place. and they will have a public dog run next to there building free of charge. witch is great for the dog owners because we don't rilly have any of them in sheboygan. hopefully having this one up and running soon that the city will make more dog runs.
Linda Henry
May 29, 2022
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Took a walk through this amazing new space for all strays and animals in need, and am in awe! The facility is nicely designed with the animals' comfort and needs as priority. The building has great spaces for the animals, but also for families who are hoping to adopt. This is a no-kill facility, so right away, I was sold and wanted to be part of this Society! The staff and many volunteers were so compassionate and eager to show us around and tell us their story. It seems our animals are in good hands. in all walks of life! Please visit, consider adopting and/or volunteering! You cannot make a bad choice here.
Richard Seidemann
May 17, 2022
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Beautiful facility. Much larger than the old shelter. Well designed to treat a large number of animals with full time vet on staff. Have about 100 volunteers.
River Drayce
Apr 10, 2022
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Not impressed. Filled out the app and specified 2 cats I was interested in. Was approved and told one cat was no longer available and made arrangements to drive 1.5 hours to view the other cat and any others available. The day before I got there they decided the 2nd cat had to be outdoor (barn) only, but waited until I'd driven there (gas $3.69/gal, 2 disabled older women and a kid that had a tooth removed the day prior) to inform me that cat #2 was no longer available for me and all other young cats were already spoken for.
They tell you that cats are available on a first come basis, but then hold them if an application has been submitted. Waste of time, waste of money and heartbreaking when family was expecting me to come home with a new friend after losing our other one last month. One phone call or asking me to "reserve" another cat I might be interested in would have avoided the entire fiasco.
They tell you that cats are available on a first come basis, but then hold them if an application has been submitted. Waste of time, waste of money and heartbreaking when family was expecting me to come home with a new friend after losing our other one last month. One phone call or asking me to "reserve" another cat I might be interested in would have avoided the entire fiasco.
