Dubuque Regional Humane Society

4242 Chavenelle Road Dubuque, Iowa 52002
Dogs, Cats & Other Animals
Dubuque Regional Humane Society animal shelter in Dubuque, IA
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Hours of operation

  1. Monday Closed
  2. Tuesday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  3. Wednesday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  4. Thursday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Today
  5. Friday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  6. Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  7. Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Dubuque Regional Humane Society in Dubuque, IA

The Dubuque Regional Humane Society, located in Dubuque, Iowa, is celebrating its 125th year of rescue and care, building families for nearly 3,000 companion animals annually, including dogs, cats, and small "critter" species. The shelter offers adoption, foster, and volunteer programs, along with community services such as lost & found pet assistance and Hadley's Dog Park. It's open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00–6:00 PM, Saturday from 11:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Sunday from 1:00–4:00 PM, and sits roughly 60 miles southwest of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Before you go

Adopting from Dubuque Regional Humane Society

Adoption process

View adoptable animals online, visit the shelter to meet the animal in person, optionally place a hold, complete an adoption application, and then take the animal home; the process takes about 45 minutes.

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Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

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