Our Heartfelt Mission
We rescue, care for, and rehome animals in need while serving as a trusted resource for the South Wood County community.
Our History
Where It Started
Since the early 1970s South Wood County Humane Society has played an integral part of meeting the needs of the area’s animal population. Taking in stray and surrendered companion animals and working to find them new homes as well as overseeing animals care needs while they are at shelter are some of the many services provided to the residents in our area. Over the years, the number of animals requiring our help has dramatically increased. Over 1,000 stray and unwanted dogs, cats and small animals come through our doors each year. The Humane Society was originally located on Pepper Ave in Wisconsin Rapids.
A New Beginning
In 2011, we purchased a new facility thanks to the generosity of donors and grant makers who supported our capital campaign. The new building has three times the square footage, separate housing for adoptable, stray, aggressive and quarantined pets, a nursery for new feline moms and babies and a medical room basic intakes and medical treatments of SWCHS animals. In addition, the Helen Mead Educational Center located on our property serves as a meeting space and a classroom for pet education programs.
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, Division of Animal Health, Dog Seller License Number 268242