Come and see HAWS at the Waukesha County Museum for opening day of the Nature of Dogs exhibit. Join us from 12pm-2pm, these two hours will be filled with fun and excitement!  The first 96 guests from noon to 2pm will get in free and receive a special "HAWS - Paws for the Cause" bracelet!

Special guests for the day include Marilynn Mee from WKLH and Lucky the HAWS mascot. Visit with some of HAWS' finest from our Mobile Adoption Unit. Also, bring your dog and receive a free treat bag for your pet!

 

HAWS and the Waukesha County Museum are partnering to bring you this exhibit of original photographs by Mary Ludington.  The exhibit runs April 10 - June 12 at the Museum in downtown Waukesha.

 

Throughout the show, HAWS and WCHSM will present speakers, programs and special events for all ages, including a Canine Cuisine Class, Working Dogs Day, a Pet Photography Day and more.  Stay tuned also for special cock-"tail" hours for kids and adults!

 

Join us for 9 weeks of honoring man's best friend and the roles pets play in our lives.

STUDENT ART SHOWCASE
The Winners have been announced for our contest, "FUR Philosophies: the World Through our Pets' Eyes"!!   

  

Presenting "Bruiser's Buddies" - a very special fundraiser during the run of the Broadway musical, Legally Blonde, at the Marcus Center!  A portion of each ticket sold for Thursday, April 15, 2010  at the Marcus Center, 929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, will go directly to HAWS.

Read all about the working dogs of Legally Blonde.

Order online here - using the passcode "hawsbbb"!  HURRY, TIME TO ORDER IS LIMITED! 

The HAWS Mobile Adoption Center will also be on hand at the Marcus that evening, showcasing some of the wonderful “cast” of pets available for adoption from HAWS.

 

Explore the Nature of Dogs exhibit from 5:00-8:00pm and see the personalities of various dog breeds. Special guest will be photographer, Mary Ludington, who uses her medium to capture the true nature of dogs, their beauty, character and spirit.

There will also be a breed meet' n' greet from the paticipating rescue groups. Visit the HAWS Mobile Adoption Unit, and you may find you new best friend!

Learn how to become a Rescue Sponsor and join in the meet'n'greet.
Special premiums for all rescue sponsors!

  

 

From Noon to 4:00 pm, presented by the Wisconsin House Rabbit Society and HAWS.  
If you are considering adding a rabbit to your family or already have one, this is the event for you!  Spend an exciting day learning about your pet rabbit.  Bring all your questions with you, but please leave your bunny friend at home where he will be more comfortable.  Our guest veterinarian, Dr. B. Keith Collins of Eye Care for Animals in Pewaukee, and George Flentke of the House Rabbit Society will discuss health and behavior issues.  We will also have a presentation led by Charlotte Ann Chenery on "Rabbit Language - What is my Bunny Telling Me?"

Admission:  $5.00, proceeds benefit rabbit rescue/care.  No charge for children under 12 years, but they must be accompanied by a parent.

This event is for bunny caregivers only. Please leave bunnies at home.

You, too, can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals by volunteering at HAWS.  There are many rewarding opportunities available for dependable people with a little free time to give.  

All prospective volunteers must attend an orientation session prior to helping at HAWS.  At the orientation you will learn how our dedicated volunteers help us, fill out the volunteer application, tour our facility and learn more about the services we provide. 

THIS SESSION HAS FILLED. 

 

You, too, can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals by volunteering at HAWS.  There are many rewarding opportunities available for dependable people with a little free time to give.  

All prospective volunteers must attend an orientation session prior to helping at HAWS.  At the orientation you will learn how our dedicated volunteers help us, fill out the volunteer application, tour our facility and learn more about the services we provide. 

THIS SESSION HAS FILLED. 

HAWS volunteers will be available at Pet Supplies Plus, 18610 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, for small animal nail trims until 7:00 p.m.

 

Please bring your pet in a carrier.  No fee - cash donations to HAWS' small animal fund are greatly appreciated!

Join us for our monthly planning meeting - all adults welcome!

 

See the Friends of HAWS page for details on this great volunteer group.

Full day Seminar -- Save the date!  

• ¨ How to Think like a Dog, Cat, Horse, Giraffe….
• ¨ Rapid Reversal of Brewing Behavior Problems in Dogs, Cats, Horses, Goats
• ¨ Then Why Does it Work for the Trainer on T.V.?

  For detailed information about topics, Dr. Yin's biography and to print out a registration form to be mailed, click here!   For on-line registration and payment through PayPal:

• Saturday attendance       $90.00

• Saturday all day, and Sunday morning attendance     $130.00

• Saturday and Sunday attendance    $200.00

• Sunday morning attendance     $50.00

• Sunday all day attendance     $120.00  (since the afternoon is a hands on wetlab, registration is restricted to 30 attendees)
  

 

Volunteers are available at the HAWS shelter for small animal nail trims until 10:30 a.m.

 

Please bring your pet in a carrier.  No fee - cash donations to HAWS' small animal fund are greatly appreciated!

Presented by Emergency Medical Services. 
Call 262-879-0165 for details and registration.

Full day Seminar -- Save the date! 

• Putting Training Methods to the Test
• Your Mouth’s Telling them One Thing
• An afternoon 3 hour Wetlab: Circus School.   Space is limited to 30 attendees.   Participating dogs should get along with other dogs, and be motivated by food.

  For detailed information about topics, Dr. Yin's biography and to print out a registration form to be mailed, click here! 

   For on-line registration and payment through PayPal:

  • Saturday attendance       $90.00

  • Saturday all day, and Sunday morning attendance     $130.00

  • Saturday and Sunday attendance    $200.00

  • Sunday morning attendance     $50.00

  • Sunday all day attendance     $120.00  (since the afternoon is a hands on wetlab, registration is restricted to 30 attendees)
    

 

Watch us on Today's TMJ4 between 9-10am for our segment about upcoming HAWS activities!

TODAY:
- HAWS 27th Annual Pet Walkathon is May 1st, everyone is welcome to join us for this celebration of pets and their people!
- Raise funds on foot or online - who/how/when...
- Special appearance by our mascot, Lucky Paws, the dog from HAWS!

You, too, can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals by volunteering at HAWS.  There are many rewarding opportunities available for dependable people with a little free time to give.  

All prospective volunteers must attend an orientation session prior to helping at HAWS.  At the orientation you will learn how our dedicated volunteers help us, fill out the volunteer application, tour our facility and learn more about the services we provide. 

THIS SESSION HAS FILLED