Humane Society of Northeast Iowa

04/09/2025

*** ZOLA HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE ***

PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR ZOLA IN THE DECORAH AREA!! She went missing in the area around the upper dam earlier today. She is wearing a red collar and was last seen around 4:30 p.m. If you have seen her or taken her in please contact HSNEI.

04/09/2025

This dog was picked up on Highway 93 going towards Fayette today. If he or she is yours please contact HSNEI.

04/08/2025

We have three beautiful new additions at HSNEI!! Patches, Mini, and Delilah are big, cuddly kittens and are all ready to find their forever homes. Each of them has a different personality, but they are all super sweet and affectionate. For more information on this incredible trio or to fill out an adoption application, visit www.hsnei.org/adoptablecats!!

04/07/2025

With those spectacular eyes, perfect Husky markings, and confident strut, Blue could be the cover model for Dog Fancy magazine-and he knows it!! It’s hard to believe this beautiful boy was found wandering as a stray, but we’re glad he made his way to HSNEI so we can find him his perfect forever home. Blue can be a little wary of new people and situations, but you can quickly win him over with some pets, chin scritches, and a couple pieces of cheese. He’s an observant boy who is always watching what’s going on and loves to be outside to explore or go on walks. For more information on this distinguished-looking guy or to fill out an adoption application, visit www.hsnei.org/adoptabledogs today!!

04/06/2025

Buck, the Corgi, was one popular pup. We had so many amazing families apply for this sweet boy we could barely keep up. In the end, though, we believe he ended up right where he was meant to be-with his new mom and dad and Corgi sister Athena. Buck and Athena do everything together-napping, walking, playing, and romping around (what Buck’s mom and dad call Corgi WWE). “They absolutely love each other and are inseparable. They even share their kibbles ❤️,” his mom says. It almost seems like an overload of cuteness to have two adorable Corgi faces smiling up at you and following double Corgi behinds on walks, but they seem to be managing it well. THANK YOU FOR ADOPTING!!

04/05/2025

*** AN INCREDIBLY HAPPY UPDATE: ZELDA HAS GONE HOME!! ***

As many of you who have had the chance to meet Zelda know, she’s a tad bit overweight. Although this means there’s that much more of her to love, we would like to see her become a slimmer, more active feline so she can stay as healthy as possible. Since she’s not able to run and play with the other cats at the shelter, we’ve started her on harness training (much to her chagrin). So far, this has resulted in a marked increase in grumpy side-eye looks, many hours of lying on the floor feigning the inability to stand, and many more cuddles and healthy “treats” to try to keep up her morale. We’ll continue to work with her for as long as she’s with us but an even better solution would be for Zelda to go HOME!! For more information on this sweet, snuggly girl or to fill out an adoption application visit www.hsnei.org/adoptablecats.

04/05/2025

*** OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND ***

This male dog has been at a farm outside Decorah since early this morning. If he is yours or you know where he might belong please contact HSNEI.

04/04/2025

04/03/2025

This sharp-looking girl with the great smile and picture-perfect pose is Jancy. She is a 2-year-old Doberman Mix gal looking for her forever home. This spry pup is ready to bring lots of fun and excitement into your family and home. With her friendly and loving personality, she’s always happy to make new friends. She loves car rides and is the perfect co-pilot for your next adventure. Smart and eager to please, she’s always up for learning new tricks and commands and already has the perfect “sit.” If you’re looking for an active, affectionate, and fun-loving companion, this girl is your perfect match. For more information on Jancy or to fill out an adoption application visit www.hsnei.org/adoptabledogs today!!

04/02/2025

Somehow beautiful Arietta has found herself as the last one of her family at the shelter after being brought in as a small kitten with her mama and five siblings. Up until just a bit ago she had her sister, Allegra, to play and nap with but Allegra recently went home, leaving Arietta all alone.

Arietta is a sweet and talkative little lady with a great big purr. Whether she's asking for playtime, snacks, or cuddles, Arietta will charm you with her adorable meows and expressive personality. She loves playing with toys, exploring her surroundings, or just watching out a window for birds. For more information on this beautiful girl or to fill out an adoption application visit www.hsnei.org/adopteblecats today!!

04/01/2025

*** MAGGIE HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE ***

PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR MAGGIE IN THE RIDGEWAY AREA!! She left an outdoor enclosure sometime today while her family was at work. She is wearing a sage green collar as well as an orange radius collar and is microchipped. If you see her or have taken her in please contact HSNEI so we can help get her home.

03/31/2025

Biscuits, Zelda, Tonette, and Tom are HSNEI’s four longest-stay cats. Together, they’ve been at the shelter for an astounding 1,315 days. That’s a lot of time spent looking at the four sides of a kennel or in a room full of rambunctious younger cats. It’s a lot of Meet and Greets spent with families looking you over, saying what a nice kitty you are, but then moving on to meet the next cat. It’s a whole lot of seeing new cats come in, meet their forever families, and leave while you’re left wondering if one day it will be your turn. Each of these four is sweet, friendly, and so deserving of their own home and family. If you’ve ever wanted to make a major impact in a cat's life by opening your home, please consider helping spring one of these four out of the shelter. And if you aren't currently in the market for a new feline family member, please help us spread the word about them.

03/30/2025

Snoopy, now Charley, was a favorite at HSNEI for his adorable little legs, sweet nature, and perfectly placed spots. We were so happy to receive this update from his new mom.

“Wow! It’s already been three months since we adopted Charley (aka Snoopy). He is a wonderful dog bubbling with energy. You will almost always see him chewing a ball or chasing one down. He gets along well with his canine and feline siblings. And while all of these things are wonderful about Charley, the absolute best thing about him is his hugs! The dog puts his paws on your shoulders, buries his head under your chin, and leans into you. Amazingly, the hugs seem to come when they’re needed most. We’re so glad we adopted Charley and couldn’t imagine our family without him.”

Charley, you’re a one-in-a-million pup, and we’re so happy you found such an amazing family. THANK YOU FOR ADOPTING!!

03/29/2025

**OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND THANKS TO MICROCHIP**

This dog was found on Highway 9 in between Ridgeway and Decorah today. If he or she is yours please contact HSNEI at [email protected].

03/29/2025

We have so many cats and dogs hoping this will be the week they meet their forever families and leave the shelter. To find out more about these beautiful boys and girls or to fill out an adoption application visit www.hsnei.org/adoptablecats and www.hsnei.org/adoptabledogs!!

03/28/2025

THANK YOU to our friends at Full Circle Services, Inc for these amazing treat bags!! They thoughtfully crafted paper bags with personal messages and thank yous on them for each and every staff member at HSNEI. Each unique bag was filled with all kinds of goodies from delicious candy to stress relievers and they even included homemade treats for the animals. They were greatly appreciated and enjoyed by all staff members!!

03/27/2025

This beautiful boy with the perfect auburn brown spots is Siricco. He is a 3-year-old Terrier Mix pup looking for his forever home. Siricco is a gentle boy who loves being around people to play or just hang out. He especially enjoys his favorite cactus stuffie toy. He’ll carry it with him everywhere until he finds just the right spot to cover it up with dry grass to save for later. Siricco would make a fantastic companion for someone who enjoys hiking or jogging, as he does exceptionally well on a leash. He’s even been going on running/walking outings with staff to practice his skills. When he’s not on the go, Siricco enjoys simply sitting down next to someone to get some pets or rest his eyes. He has a history of living with a cat and other dogs, knows “sit,” and if you’re lucky enough to meet this sweet boy, he’d love to show you his special spotted ear(picture in the comments-It’s adorable!!) For more information on this sweet boy or to fill out an adoption application, visit www.hsnei.org/adoptabledogs today!!

03/26/2025

*** VIRGINIA HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE ***

PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR HSNEI ALUM VIRGINIA IN WAUKON!! She went missing from her home on Pole Line Road sometime this morning. She is microchipped but not currently wearing her collar. If you see her or have taken her in please contact HSNEI.