Oshkosh Area Humane Society

Oshkosh Area Humane Society A life-saving animal shelter, serving more than 3,200 animals a year. Contact us at 920.424.2128 or [email protected]!
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The Oshkosh Area Humane Society is a registered 501c(3) organization that helps over 2,200 animals every year in the Oshkosh area. In addition to pet adoption, OAHS also provides lost and found services, behavioral counseling, low-cost spay/neuter and much more. In accordance with the Life Saving Mission, all animals receive the medical care they need and all healthy/treatable animals get the oppo

rtunity to find a loving home with no time restrictions. The Mission of the Oshkosh Area Humane Society: To provide compassionate care and comfort to animals in need and to build a community that promotes humane treatment of all animals.

🐹💕 Double the Piggies, Double the Fun! 💕🐹Meet Sherman & Sherwin, two adorable young guinea pigs searching for a loving f...
06/20/2026

🐹💕 Double the Piggies, Double the Fun! 💕🐹

Meet Sherman & Sherwin, two adorable young guinea pigs searching for a loving forever home together! These sweet boys are the perfect combination of cuddly and entertaining, bringing comfort, companionship, and plenty of smiles wherever they go.

Sherman and Sherwin love spending time together, snuggling up for cozy cuddle sessions and charming everyone they meet with their playful personalities. Whether you're looking for furry friends for your family or considering your very first guinea pigs, these two would make wonderful companions for both children and adults alike.

If you're ready to add a little extra squeak, snuggle, and joy to your life, Sherman & Sherwin can't wait to meet you and become part of your family! ❤️🏡

Meet these best buddies at the shelter during our public visiting hours, Tues-Fri 1-6pm or Sat 11am-3pm (no appointment needed), complete a small animal adoption application on our website, or contact [email protected] for more info!

💕 Meet Doris! 💕If you're looking for a little bundle of sweetness, Doris is ready to steal your heart! This adorable 7-m...
06/19/2026

💕 Meet Doris! 💕

If you're looking for a little bundle of sweetness, Doris is ready to steal your heart! This adorable 7-month-old guinea pig is as cuddly as they come and loves nothing more than cozy snuggle sessions with her favorite humans.

Doris is a social girl who dreams of having a guinea pig bestie to share her days with. Do you have a friendly female piggy looking for a companion? Doris would love to meet her! And if you're searching for a new furry friend of your own, Doris is more than happy to be your bestie, too.

With her gentle personality, soft fur, and loving nature, Doris is ready to bring squeaks, snuggles, and smiles to her forever home. Could that home be yours?

Meet this little cutie at the shelter during our public visiting hours, Tues-Fri 1-6pm or Sat 11am-3pm (no appointment needed), complete a small animal adoption application on our website, or contact [email protected] for more info!

🐾 A Special Plea for Our Littlest Kittens 🐾If you've ever looked at a kitten and wished you could help, this is your cha...
06/19/2026

🐾 A Special Plea for Our Littlest Kittens 🐾

If you've ever looked at a kitten and wished you could help, this is your chance to make a life-changing difference.

Right now, we have kittens with Dermatophytosis, more commonly known as ringworm. Despite the name, it is not a worm. It's a fungal infection, similar to athlete's foot, that affects the skin and fur. While it is contagious and requires commitment, it is very treatable.

These babies need foster homes where they can heal while experiencing something every kitten deserves: love, comfort, playtime, and human connection. Without foster homes, they may spend weeks—or even months—growing up in shelter cages during one of the most important developmental periods of their lives.

What fostering looks like:
🐱 Bringing kittens to the shelter twice weekly (Monday and Friday) for treatment
🐱 AM drop-off and PM pick-up on treatment days
🐱 Administering oral medication at home
🐱 Housing them in a bathroom or other easy-to-disinfect space
🐱 Replacing bedding and toys regularly (we provide all supplies!)

Most kittens will need a month or more before they begin to clear, and fosters should be aware that ringworm is zoonotic, meaning it can spread to people and resident pets. If a person contracts it, it typically appears as a red, itchy spot on the skin and can usually be treated with an over-the-counter antifungal cream such as Lotrimin.

We're not going to pretend it's convenient. It's extra work. It's cleaning, medication schedules, and precautions. But it is also incredibly rewarding.

Over the years, many of our fosters have stepped up for ringworm kittens, and they will tell you the same thing: watching these tiny kittens transform from stressed shelter residents into happy, confident, loved babies makes every bit of effort worthwhile.

Please consider opening your heart and your home. Help us ensure these precious little ones don't have to spend their kittenhood growing up in cages.

If you're interested in fostering ringworm kittens, please email [email protected]. These babies are counting on us.

LAST DAY to order to help the pets at OAHS! The wonderful folks who own Wicks Fur Change have selected OAHS as their rec...
06/19/2026

LAST DAY to order to help the pets at OAHS!

The wonderful folks who own Wicks Fur Change have selected OAHS as their recipient for a 20% donation of all sales of their Spring 2026 Rescue Collection candles!

This amazing local small business makes candles that are safer for us and our pets.

Their candles are Phthalate Free, Prop 65 compliant, and made with cruelty-free fragrance oils. They offer local delivery within 15 miles of Oshkosh, and ship to anywhere in the in the US.

Nika is the pup who started their rescue journey and helped shape the heart behind everything they do. “We couldn’t think of a more meaningful way to celebrate her than by giving back to the place where her story began.”

Shop their Spring 2026 Rescue Collection candles here - reminder, today is the last day you can order for 20% of all sales to be donated to help the pets at OAHS: https://wicksfurchange.com/collections/spring-2026

Izzy has been waiting far too long for someone to see just how special she is 💜This loving, grey-muzzled girl loves lazy...
06/19/2026

Izzy has been waiting far too long for someone to see just how special she is 💜

This loving, grey-muzzled girl loves lazy walks, her favorite toys, relaxing in the sun, and soaking up affection from the people she trusts. Once she gets to know you, she'll greet you with those soulful eyes and quietly ask for pets and cuddles.

🐾 Sweet, gentle, and affectionate
🐾 Calm and well-mannered
🐾 Lower to moderate energy
🐾 Walks great on a leash
🐾 Good with cats
🐾 Fully housetrained and crate trained
🐾 Recently spent time in a foster home and did wonderfully
🐾 6 years old, 62 pounds, spayed, vaccinated, microchipped

Izzy would thrive in a quieter home with a predictable routine where she can continue to build confidence and feel secure.

If you’re looking for a best friend and a dog who will love you with her whole heart, look no further than sweet Izzy.

Let's help this deserving girl finally find the forever family she's been waiting for. ❤️

To meet this adorable sweetheart, please complete a dog adoption application on our website, or contact our dog team at [email protected] or 920-424-2128 ext.108 for more info!

⚾🐾 Take Me Out to the Ballgame... for the Animals! 🐾⚾Join us on Friday, June 26 at 6:40 PM for a fun-filled evening with...
06/18/2026

⚾🐾 Take Me Out to the Ballgame... for the Animals! 🐾⚾

Join us on Friday, June 26 at 6:40 PM for a fun-filled evening with the Timber Rattlers! Gather your friends and family, cheer on the home team, and support the animals at the same time.

For every ticket purchased through our special link, $3 will be donated back to the Oshkosh Area Humane Society to help provide care for animals in need. ❤️

Whether you're a baseball fan, an animal lover, or just looking for a great night out, this is an event you won't want to miss!

🎟️ Grab your tickets today and make a difference with every seat sold: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Oshkosharea2026

06/18/2026

Looking for a professional couch cuddler? Meet Jocko!

Jocko firmly believes that every lap is a lap dog lap if you try hard enough ;)

While he may be a little shy when meeting new people, give him a little time (and maybe a snack or two), and you'll discover a loving, affectionate companion who's ready to be your shadow, snuggle buddy, and snack supervisor.

Jocko at a glance:
• Big sweet affectionate loverboy
• LAP DOG
• Gentle and super snuggly
• Loves giving kisses and being kissed on his head
• May be timid at first but warms up beautifully
• Seems comfortable around other dogs
• Unknown with cats
• Recommended for children 12+
• 4 years old, 64 lbs, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped

Because Jocko can be timid at first and his history with children is unknown, we think he'd do best in a home with kids ages 12 and up. He was nervous during his shelter intake and can be sensitive about certain handling, especially around his back end, so he'll appreciate patient adopters who understand that trust takes time.

If you're looking for a loyal best friend who will happily share your couch, your snacks, and probably your personal bubble, Jocko is ready to meet you!

To meet this adorable guy, please complete a dog adoption application on our website, or contact our dog team at [email protected] or 920-424-2128 ext.108 for more info!

06/17/2026

✨ From Shy Guy to Lap Cat Extraordinaire ✨
Mickey Mouser is proof that sometimes the best things in life just need a little time.

This handsome Siamese mix boy may be a bit reserved when meeting new people, but once he feels safe and comfortable, his true personality shines. Mickey transforms into a devoted companion who loves nothing more than curling up in a warm lap and spending time with his favorite humans.

🐾 So sweet and affectinonate
🐾 LAP CAT
🐾 Just wants to love you and be loved
🐾 Good with cats and dogs
🐾 2 years old, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, FIV/FeLV negative

Now Mickey is ready for the next chapter—a forever home where he can continue to flourish. If you're willing to give him a little time to settle in, you'll be rewarded with a loyal best friend who will happily keep your lap occupied and your heart full.

Mickey just needs someone to believe in him and give him the loving home he deserves. Could that be you? ❤️

Meet this adorable sweetheart at our shelter during our public visiting hours, Tues-Fri 1-6pm or Sat 11am-3pm (no appointment needed) or contact our cat team at [email protected] or 920-424-2128 ext.106 for more info!

06/17/2026

Welcome to this week’s ! Meet some of our adorable adoptable pets at the shelter this week!

06/17/2026

💙 Russell: Professional Best Friend Seeking His Forever Family 💙

This compact cutie is friendly, affectionate and the perfect balance of fun and chill. He’d love to be your walking buddy, playmate or snuggly couch potato.

Russell absolutely loves people. He greets everyone like an old friend and has a sweet, affectionate personality that makes him impossible not to love.

⭐ Social butterfly who loves everyone he meets
⭐ Playful, bouncy, goofy & always ready to make you smile
⭐ So easy to be with – loves adventures but also perfectly happy to relax and hang out
⭐ Knows basic commands
⭐ Previously lived with cats
⭐ Good with respectful dogs
⭐ Potty trained
⭐ 5 years old, 60 lbs, neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped

Because Russell has some sensitivity around his back hip area, he's looking for a home with children ages 10 and older who can understand the importance of gentle handling.

Russell is the kind of dog who makes every day a little brighter. He's affectionate, outgoing, and full of love to give.

To meet this adorable little sweetheart, please complete a dog adoption application on our website, or contact our dog team at [email protected] or 920-424-2128 ext.108 for more info!

Address

1925 Shelter Court
Oshkosh, WI
54901

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

+19204242128

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