Dousman pet boarding business where 21 animals died in fire operated illegally, official says

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Dousman, Wisconsin
Incident type
Fire, Premises

Summary

Vehicle Fire Dousman Wisconsin in Dousman, Wisconsin: A fire broke out Saturday afternoon at Whomping Willow’s Kennels, a home‐based pet boarding and training business in Dousman. The blaze killed 21 animals-16 dogs and 16 cats-with only six dogs and five cats rescued; the facility was operating without a kennel license and no one was present when the fire started.

Original reporting

Dousman pet boarding business where 21 animals died in fire operated illegally, official says

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