Humane Society of Marathon County

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Adopt a Pet

There are plenty of things we ask you to consider first, for one simple reason – we want to find permanent and loving homes for the animals we receive.

So while we’ll ask you questions, it’s all for a greater good – ensuring quality of life for both you and your pet. We’ll work with you to select a pet that matches your personality and lifestyle and provide you with the resources you need to keep everyone happy.

After all, pets have been shown to:

  • Improve one’s health. Pet owners are more physically active, have lower stress levels, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and are more likely to survive a heart attack. Pet owners also tend to rehabilitate faster from physical or psychological illnesses.
  • Enhance life for seniors. Caring for a pet cat can reduce a person’s loneliness and depression, and provide a sense of purpose and responsibility that engages a senior in day-to-day activities.
  • Benefit children. Children who have pets tend to be more sociable, less selfish, and more self-reliant. Pets also serve as a great audience when a child is learning to read.
  • Build strong personal relationships. The bond that develops between people and their pets creates companionship, fosters a feeling of well-being, and builds healthy family relationships. It also tends to increase a person’s confidence and improve their performance.

Featured Pet 2

Pollito can't wait to be a part of your family! This big guy loves to cuddle and snuggle and all things sweet. He's got a playful side, too! He has lived with children and other dogs so he is

Success Story

Good afternoon,   Just wanted to give everyone there an update on rory and lorelai. They have adapted very fast to their new home. They are two very talkative kitty’s. If they are not in the same room, they will meow back and forth every few minutes. If they see a squirrel or rabbit outside, they will call out a different meow and the other one will come running. They also enjoy running around the house and sitting by whatever window the sun is shining in. We are enjoying our new family members very much.

Featured Pet

Could you be what Karja needs? When we first met Karja at the beginning of November we really wished she could tell us her story; she had been out on her own for quite some time and came to us … Read More

Upcoming Events

  • Low Cost Vaccination Clinic- BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
    Jan 21 - Humane Society of Marathon County
  • Low Cost Vaccination Clinic- BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
    Feb 6 - Humane Society of Marathon County
  • Low Cost Vaccination Clinic- BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
    Mar 6 - Humane Society of Marathon County
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Contact Us

Humane Society of Marathon County
7001 Packer Drive
Wausau, WI 54401
Phone: 715-845-2810

Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday -
Noon to 5PM
Thursday - Noon to 7PM
Closed Sunday, Wednesday and Holidays.

The mission of the Humane Society of Marathon County, Inc. is to inspire and engage the community to end animal suffering and commit to responsible pet ownership.

Our vision is a cruelty-free community enriched by the special bond between people and animals.

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