Dane County Humane Society Offers Guinea Pig for Adoption
The Madison shelter is seeking a new home for Tihanna, a guinea pig currently available for adoption at its facility.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Dogs
The Dane County Humane Society has announced that Tihanna, a guinea pig, is currently available for adoption. The small animal is back at the shelter after a previous adoption attempt.
Why it matters
Shelter staff are working to find a suitable permanent home for Tihanna, who requires an environment where she does not need to live with other guinea pigs.
The shelter is located at 5132 Voges Road in Madison, and interested parties can reach out at 608-838-0413. Prospective adopters are encouraged to inquire about specific pet care needs.
The players
Dane County Humane Society
This is a Madison-based animal welfare organization that provides shelter and care for stray and surrendered pets.
Leona Zachery
She is an artist partnering with the shelter to donate a portion of her pet portrait sales to support local animal care initiatives.
Tihanna
She is a guinea pig currently housed at the shelter who is searching for a new owner.
The details
Tihanna was previously adopted but was returned to the shelter because she did not get along with her former guinea pig roommates. The shelter is also currently hosting a fundraiser featuring pet portraits by local artist Leona Zachery, with proceeds supporting the organization.
Timeline
October 28, 2026: The announcement regarding Tihanna's availability was published.
Culture Shift
The shelter's rehoming protocols emphasize finding suitable matches, a practice mirrored by this specific effort to rehome Tihanna. This adoption effort follows the established standard of care and placement procedures maintained by the organization.
Residents interested in adoption can contact the shelter directly to begin the process or schedule a visit to the 5132 Voges Road facility. Supporters can also contribute to the facility by purchasing pet portraits from artist Leona Zachery.
The takeaway
Adopting a returned shelter pet often requires understanding their specific history to ensure a successful match. Prospective owners should always prioritize animal compatibility and space requirements before committing to a new pet.
Further reading
Find more information on local pet resources by visiting our Dogs section.
More information
To view all available animals, visit the Dane County Humane Society adoption portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wmtv15news.
