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Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) Animal rescue in Waukesha, WI

HAWS is a non-profit organization established in 1965 that assists over 6,000 animals each year and welcomes more than 31,000 human visitors annually. As an “open admissions” shelter, we accept animals regardless of age, health, temperament or breed. Our active humane education department offers programs and services that promote responsible pet ownership, preventing animal abuse and neglect in our community and beyond.

HAWS promotes the humane care and treatment of all animals, in support of cooperative humane efforts throughout the state of Wisconsin. HAWS is a member of the Wisconsin Federated Humane Societies, and not affiliated with any other local or national humane society.

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701 Northview Rd
Waukesha, WI 53188
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701 Northview Rd

Waukesha, WI 53188

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Adoptable pets at Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

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 ARCHIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ARCHIE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Milwaukee, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Speckles's adoption status with email updates.
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Speckles

Domestic Shorthair

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

Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

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

Amazon

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

American Bobtail

Female, 2 mos
Muskego, WI

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