#17: VOLUNTEERS!!!!!! HAWS doesn’t exist without volunteers – literally and figuratively. We were founded 60 years ago by a group of volunteers who saw a need and acted on it. Initially our shelter was staffed completely by volunteers, until funding was available to hire a few employees to oversee operations. Our mission is to…
#16: Delivery Drivers Who DOESN’T love getting a package delivered?! One way internet commerce has helped HAWS is through online shopping. People can log on to Amazon, or Chewy.com, or whatever their favorite pet-supply site may be, and send us supply donations without having to leave their home. This is great for those who…
#15: Adoption Success Stories We really do love when our adopters send us updates on their HAWS Alumni pets! “Back in September, Modern Woodmen did a service project day with HAWS. My daughter, Lexie, came and helped, and, went home with a cat. There was a “Name your price” for older cats. With…
#14: Dog Dock As if the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals weren’t already amazing, it also is home to our private Dog Dock! This fenced swimming area is another option available for water-loving dogs during the warmer months to exercise without being bothered (no human swimming is allowed). The Dock is great for practicing…
#13: Kitten Season – Fosters Kitten Season means all-hands-on-deck fostering – HAWS welcomes hundreds of litters of kittens (and sometimes their mommas) each year from early spring into late fall. Fostering is such a rewarding experience, nurturing a new, fragile life into a playful and loving being. Since litters are usually 3-6 kittens, watching them…
HAWS was born from visionaries who recognized the importance of animals and elevated them in our community. Since 1965, HAWS has worked with our community to embrace the human-animal bond. No question we’re all better for it. – Maggie Tate-Techtmann, Executive Director
#12: Behavior Department 1:1 Consults Some behavior issues are best worked out individually. Our Behavior/Training team is here to help pets and their people through a variety of behavior concerns. We know that sometimes having a sounding board and an understanding ear can be the key to strengthening your relationship with your pet –…
#11: Angelina’s Easter Eggs Fundraiser Angelina’s Ristorante in Delafield does one of the most FUN-draisers for HAWS each year: Easter Eggs on the Ceiling. For a small donation, restaurant patrons can choose from one of the plastic eggs suspended from the ceiling in the eatery. Inside each egg is a special treat – things like…
#10: HAWS’ Board of Directors HAWS’ Board of Directors is a group of volunteers who donate their time to guide the organization in many different ways! While they oversee our efforts, they also get involved in their favorite aspects of our work, through various committees, events and in-shelter assistance. Group responsibilities include Fund Development/Marketing, Finance,…
#9: Employee Appreciation Day At HAWS, our team is the heart of everything we do in animal welfare. Each employee, from animal caretakers to essential behind-the-scenes roles, plays a vital role in making a difference for animals. Their passion, dedication, and compassion push our mission forward. We are incredibly grateful for every member of our…