“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!”
About Us
Purpose & Policy
Our Mission
The purpose of the Humane Society of Douglas County, Inc. (HSDC) is the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals, and the extension of humane education.
It is the policy of HSDC to provide humane care and treatment for all animals needing protection in the area served by HSDC.
We also attempt to return lost animals to their owners, seek suitable homes for animals without owners, offer humane euthanasia when necessary.
State of Wisconsin Department of Ag. license 403208-DS
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 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. 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 Our Board
| Calla Gilbertson, President | Donna Wiklund, Board Member |
| Rebecca Alm, Vice President | Brianna Smith, Board Member |
| Johanna Cummins, Treasurer | Susanna Airis, Board Member |
| Emma Hengemuhle, Secretary | |
Volunteer Information (715) 398-6784
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Contact us
What People Say
“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.”
