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Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

Animal shelter 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 Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waukesha, WI

Shelter 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)

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

American Bulldog/Boxer

Female, 1 mo
Lansing, MI
We'll also keep you updated on Jade's adoption status with email updates.
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Jade

Doberman Pinscher

Female, Young
Southeast, WI
We'll also keep you updated on **DOOLEY**'s adoption status with email updates.
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**DOOLEY**

Shih Tzu

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

Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Female, Young
Genesee Depot, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Americus's adoption status with email updates.
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Americus

Cardigan Welsh Corgi/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 mo
Lansing, MI
We'll also keep you updated on Tweak's adoption status with email updates.
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Tweak

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Brookfield, WI

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