The
Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is a private nonprofit
organization whose mission is to build a community
where people value animals and treat them with
respect and kindness. WHS has been saving the lives of animals in need for 130 years.
Because of our long and illustrious history of serving the Milwaukee community, we are also known as the Milwaukee Humane Society.
As the largest and most recognized shelter in
the state of Wisconsin, WHS offers the following
specialized services:
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a comprehensive
adoption program that matches homeless companion
animals with new families and provides follow
up and support
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lifesaving medical
care for nearly 20,000 animals annually, including
more than 5,000 wild animals
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a spay/neuter
clinic for animals from low-income households
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educational
programs for children and adults designed to
teach respect and care for animals and to end
neglect and abuse and provide information about the link between violence against animals and human violence
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companion animal
and wildlife tip lines in addition to individual
recommendations to assist the community at large
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manners classes
for dogs and puppies
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one of the largest
wildlife rehabilitation hospitals of its kind
in the nation, rescuing thousands of animals
annually
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In 2004, the
Wisconsin Humane Society merged with the Ozaukee
Humane Society to expand our opportunity to
help at-risk animals. This new partnership also
enables us to operate more efficiently and save more lives.
WHS receives no government support; we are funded
through the generosity of community-minded companies
and caring individuals like you!