Dubuque Regional Humane Society

At the Dubuque Regional Humane Society (DRHS), every animal has a name, a story, and a chance.

Meet Stella, Hope, Joy, and Holly.

Stella and her puppies arrived at the DRHS last November after being rescued from heartbreaking conditions in Alabama. She had been found living in a pile of trash, doing her best to care for her three newborn puppies—Joy, Holly, and Hope. Emaciated and in pain, Stella was still determined to be a good mom.

When she came to us, it was clear she needed urgent help. X-rays confirmed that her leg was badly broken and beyond repair. The only option was amputation.

Thanks to donors like you, Stella received the lifesaving surgery she needed—and the compassionate care to begin healing. Today, Stella is thriving in her forever home, and all three of her puppies have been adopted too. Her journey is a testament to what compassion and community support can achieve.

But there are still so many animals like Stella and her puppies who need a fresh start.

Each year, the DRHS provides shelter, medical care, and loving attention to more than 3,000 animals across Dubuque, Dubuque County, and Jo Daviess County. We never give up on them—and with your help, we never have to.

On Great Give Day, we’re aiming to raise $10,000 to:

• Provide emergency veterinary care to animals in crisis: Providing immediate treatment for injuries, illnesses, and trauma, just like the lifesaving surgery Stella received.

• Fund enrichment and behavioral support to prepare animals for adoption

• Offer vital services to keep pets in homes

• Ensure every animal, like Stella and her puppies, receive the love and dignity they deserve

One day. One goal. Countless lives changed.

Make your gift today and help more animals find their happy ending.