Joy
Manager
Joy brings a tremendous sense of humor and robust laughter to the shelter – truly living up to her name. She has three cats and one dog at home along with multiple chickens.
About Us
Purpose & Policy
Our Mission
The purpose of the Society is the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals, and the extension of humane education.
It is the policy of the Society to provide humane care and treatment for all animals needing protection in the area served by the Society.
We also attempt to return lost animals to their owners, seek suitable homes for animals without owners, offer humane euthanasia when necessary.
About the Humane Society
Our History
The Humane Society of Douglas County, Inc. (HSDC) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization that was founded in July of 1975 in Superior, Wisconsin. The purpose of this society is the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals, and the extension of humane education. We rely heavily on tax-deductible donations, memberships, adoptions, and fundraisers to keep our doors open to the homeless animals of our area.
HSDC provides shelter, medical care and adoption services to abandoned, lost and misplaced animals. We provide services for approximately 1,000 animals each year from the City of Superior and Douglas County. Every animal that enters our facility is dewormed, vaccinated, and given immediate medical attention when necessary. All animals are vet checked, spayed or neutered, micro chipped, and temperament tested before being adopted. HSDC provides humane euthanasia only when behaviorally or medically necessary. HSDC is proud that no adoptable animals are ever euthanized.
Visitors and volunteers are welcome to stop in during shelter hours, which are Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Closed Sundays except by appointment (reclaims or surrenders only). Call (715) 398-6784 and if no answer please leave a message.
We moved into the new Superior Shelter on September 8, 2015, at 138 Moccasin Mike Road. Take U.S. Highway 2, southeast from Superior to Moccasin Mike Road. Go left, you’ll be able to see the building on your left.
Membership
Meet The Team
Emily
Vet Tech
Emily loves working at the shelter and finds the work very rewarding. She has two dogs and one cat at home.
Kassandra
Shelter Assistant
Kassandra brings a lot of compassion for the animals to her job. She has two cats and one dog at home.
Adrianna
Kennel Assistant
Adrianna is a full time student who is working on her Associates in Medical Science. She has a dog named Izzy and one cat named Frederick.
Rachel
Kennel Assistant
Rachel enjoys her job at the shelter and loves working with the animals! She has two dogs and one cat at home.
Cheri Fitch
Fundraising & Events Coordinator
Cheri loves being part of the Humane Society, planning and coordinating many fundraising events throughout the year! She has two cats at home, Olaf and Simba, a dog, Boe, and several chickens.
| Calla Gilbertson, President of the Board |
| Rebecca Alm, Vice President | Michelle Porter, Board Member |
| Jacie Maslowski, Treasurer | Marie Kelleher, Board Member |
| Bryan LaLonde, Secretary | Donna Wiklund, Board Member |
| Emma Hengemuhle, Board Member | Brianna Smith, Board Member |
Volunteer Information (715) 398-6784
Want to get involved?
Contact us
What People Say
“Huge thanks to Superior reclaim! Thanks for being so quick to call when my dogs were found!! To the wonderful man who brought my dad’s labs in, thank you!”
Kaylyn Mattson
They Reunited Me with My Dogs!“Nice folks, I brought home a beagle and love him.”
Bruce Lorimor
He Found a New Friend!“Probably the best shelter I have ever been to! Happy looking animals with a friendly staff!”
Adrianna Hochstein
The Best Shelter Ever!“The directors of the shelter have worked hard to get the new shelter built in Superior. They are doing excellent work with the animals they care for, work for the best possible adoption scenarios, and really show up to advocate for their animals. I’ve adopted 2 dogs and 2 cats from here and I would adopt again.”
Jewleah Rose Johnson
They Are Doing Excellent Work!“This is a wonderful place to adopt a dog. I have gotten my dogs from here and will be getting another one soon!”
Katie Hoyt
A Wonderful Place!“Wonderful, friendly people who clearly care about the animals. So glad they are here to help these babies find their forever homes!”
Molly Lisor
Wonderful, Friendly People!“They helped me find my best friend!” 
Esmeralda Zuchowski
Found My Best Friend!“I am so grateful that they found Daisy a permanent home where she will still be loved and cared for!”
Michelle Sorenson Salnick
I Am So Grateful!“I haven’t been there yet, but I SO appreciate the fact that they are continuing some ENORMOUS work for Douglas County, Wisconsin.”
