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Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

Animal rescue in Waukesha, WI

Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) is an open-admission, no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationship between animals and humans through adoptions and education – making a more compassionate community possible.

Our mission is to lead the community in animal welfare and assure sanctuary for animals in need. To that end, we envision a community where all animals are treated with compassion, dignity and respect. We invite the public to join us in our cause to spread humane sentiments throughout our community for the betterment of animals and people alike.

Incorporated in 1965, HAWS has grown along with our community, evolving into a vibrant organization and a lively facility that is the #1 resource for pets and their people.

Contact
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Address
701 Northview Rd
Waukesha, WI 53188
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Meet their adoptable pets

701 Northview Rd

Waukesha, WI 53188

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

We'll also keep you updated on Kon's adoption status with email updates.
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Kon

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Ramlethal's adoption status with email updates.
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Ramlethal

New Zealand

Female, Young
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Zola's adoption status with email updates.
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Zola

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Tippy's adoption status with email updates.
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Tippy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Eddie's adoption status with email updates.
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Eddie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Mini Coop's adoption status with email updates.
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Mini Coop

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Stormy's adoption status with email updates.
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Stormy

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Cassiopeia's adoption status with email updates.
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Cassiopeia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Waukesha, WI

Rescue FAQs

Waukesha County

Additional adoption info

Adoption fee for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens are based on age. Small Animals are based on species. Required spay or neuter surgery, basic vaccinations, and microchipping are included in adoption fees for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens. All adoption fees are subject to applicable state and local taxes.

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We'll also keep you updated on Lea's adoption status with email updates.
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Lea

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 5 yrs
Janesville, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Anastasia - Name Your Own Adoption Fee!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Anastasia - Name Your Own Adoption Fee!

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Jefferson, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Jupiter's adoption status with email updates.
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Jupiter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Watertown, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Mulder's adoption status with email updates.
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Mulder

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Stoughton, WI
We'll also keep you updated on CAPTAIN👨‍✈️'s adoption status with email updates.
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CAPTAIN👨‍✈️

Belgian Shepherd/Carolina Dog

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Lansing, MI
We'll also keep you updated on Stanley's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
Bonded Pair
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Stanley

Donkey/Mule/Burro/Hinny

Female, Adult
Woodstock, IL

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