WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53208-3156 United States

Mission Statement

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is a private nonprofit organization whose mission is to make a difference for animals and the people who love them..

About This Cause

Founded in 1879, the Wisconsin Humane Society has been saving the lives of animals in need for nearly 145 years. WHS operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee and Racine County. We receive no government funding and we are not part of any national umbrella organization. As the largest shelter in the state of Wisconsin, WHS offers the following specialized services: A comprehensive adoption program that matches 10,000 homeless animals with new families; there are no time or space limits for any animals in our adoption program. We receive nearly all the area's surrendered animals, as well as animals from local and state animal control facilities, and overcrowded shelters elsewhere. We are the stray animal holding facility for Racine and Ozaukee Counties only. Lifesaving medical care for nearly 20,000 animals annually, including more than 5,000 wild animals. A spay/neuter clinic for animals from low-income households. A pet food bank to assist families with pets through tough financial times. Educational programs for children and adults designed to teach compassion, respect and responsible care for animals . Intervention programs for children to end neglect and abuse and break the link between violence against animals and humans. A foster program for animals in domestic violence situations. Companion animal and wildlife tip lines in addition to individual recommendations to assist the community at large. Dog training classes for dogs and puppies at our Milwaukee and Ozaukee Campuses. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center that provides rescue, rehabilitation and release for more than 5,000 wild animals annually, at our Milwaukee Campus.

WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY
4500 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53208-3156
United States
Phone 414-264-6257
Twitter @WiscHumane
Unique Identifier 390810533