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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 Mooshie's adoption status with email updates.
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Mooshie

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Guinea Pig

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

Guinea Pig

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

New Zealand

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

New Zealand

Female, Adult
Waukesha, WI

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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 Lace's adoption status with email updates.
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Lace

Paint/Pinto

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Union Grove, WI
We'll also keep you updated on NANCY's adoption status with email updates.
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NANCY

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Young
Slinger, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Ella and mac's adoption status with email updates.
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Ella and mac

Beagle

Female, Adult
Waldo, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Tax Evasion's adoption status with email updates.
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Tax Evasion

Colorpoint Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Stoughton, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Persian/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Stoughton, WI

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