#18: Trap, Neuter, Return Cat overpopulation used to be a huge problem in Waukesha County, a county full of farms and undeveloped areas. Groups of cats, known as colonies, set up their homes wherever they chose, and proceeded to breed and breed and breed…. As Waukesha saw the growth of housing subdivisions, and large…
#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…