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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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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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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 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 Hunter's adoption status with email updates.
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Hunter

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Dachshund

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

Hamster

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

Susie Q's Rescue

Reeseville, WI 53579

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

Australian Cattle Dog

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mountain Cur

Male, 1 yr
Sturtevant, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Cupcake's adoption status with email updates.
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Cupcake

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Milwaukee, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Tinsel's adoption status with email updates.
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Tinsel

Domestic Longhair

Male, 2 yrs
Janesville, WI
We'll also keep you updated on 0700 Jasper Blue's adoption status with email updates.
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0700 Jasper Blue

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Ringwood, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Hazelnut's adoption status with email updates.
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Hazelnut

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Sturtevant, WI

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