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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.

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Address
701 Northview Rd
Waukesha, WI 53188
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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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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Hedgehog

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

Female, Kitten
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 Charlie's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Charlie

Cockatoo

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

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos
West Allis, WI
We'll also keep you updated on **DOMINGO**'s adoption status with email updates.
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**DOMINGO**

Black Mouth Cur

Male, Puppy
Genesee Depot, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Surprise's adoption status with email updates.
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Surprise

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 5 mos
Burlington, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Mulder's adoption status with email updates.
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Mulder

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Stoughton, WI

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