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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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Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Senior
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 Cinderella's adoption status with email updates.
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Cinderella

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
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 Boone's adoption status with email updates.
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Boone

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 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 Salsa24's adoption status with email updates.
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Salsa24

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Milwaukee, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Doodlebug's adoption status with email updates.
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Doodlebug

Great Pyrenees

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

Beagle/Collie

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Lansing, MI
We'll also keep you updated on Beyoncé's adoption status with email updates.
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Beyoncé

American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 mos
Muskego, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Gizmo's adoption status with email updates.
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Gizmo

Amazon

Female
Edgerton, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Maritime's adoption status with email updates.
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Maritime

Retriever (Unknown Type)/Whippet

Male, Young
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