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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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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 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 Grim's adoption status with email updates.
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Grim

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Waukesha, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Sargent Pants's adoption status with email updates.
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Sargent Pants

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
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 Rey's adoption status with email updates.
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Rey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Wadsworth, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Hayes's adoption status with email updates.
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Hayes

Maltipoo

Male, 5 mos
Grayslake, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Jesse's adoption status with email updates.
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Jesse

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Elkhorn, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Noodlehead's adoption status with email updates.
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Noodlehead

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Watertown, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Ned's adoption status with email updates.
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Ned

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Watertown, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Zuli's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Zuli

Egyptian Mau

Female, Kitten
Racine, WI

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