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Dubuque Regional Humane Society

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Hours: Tuesday to Friday noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 4 p.m.; closed to the public Monday.

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Who it helps
People bringing in a found animal must first review the requirements on the Lost and Found Pets page.
Where
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County and Jo Daviess County
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Humane society and stray holding facility for the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County and Jo Daviess County, placing nearly 3,000 companion animals a year. Offers dog, cat and critter adoptions, lost and found pets, rehoming resources, a working cat program, foster program and the member-only Hadley's Dog Park. Surrender requests are evaluated against shelter capacity.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Where: 4242 Chavenelle Road, Dubuque, IA 52002

Hours: Tuesday to Friday noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 4 p.m.; closed to the public Monday.

Call 563-582-6766DirectionsOfficial page

Good to know

  • Who can use it: People bringing in a found animal must first review the requirements on the Lost and Found Pets page.
  • How to get started: Call 563-582-6766. Review the Rehome page before requesting a surrender.

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Sources

Dubuque Regional Humane Society official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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