November 2015

Tattle Tails
November 2015
Humane A nimal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Inc.
GROWING – TOGETHER
By Lynn Olenik, Executive Director
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In this issue:
Direct Line 2
Humane Education
Highlights 3
It’s All About
the Animals! 4
Volunteers 6
Thank You 7
aukesha
County is a
great place to have
an animal shelter –
progressive attitudes combine with
rural values. As an
educated community,
Waukesha is leading
the way in animal
welfare.
Families raising children in our area desire
educational programs that teach values and give
youth an opportunity to practice compassion,
nurturing and empathy in a safe and engaging
atmosphere. These values in our youth will in turn
maintain our excellent community.
As the public wants more from their humane society
we, too, wish to increase the positive outcomes for
animals in our community.
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Visit us on the web:
hawspets.org
701 Northview Road
PO Box 834
Waukesha, WI 53187-0834
262-542-8851
We have received donations and pledges
totaling $780,000 of the needed $1.2 million
for our expansion: Help us obtain that final
$420,000 so we can begin building this spring!
Log on to hawspets.org,
or call 262-542-8851, x112.
Soon the population
in Waukesha County
will crest 400,000.
We are Wisconsin’s
third largest county,
one of the fastest
growing counties in
the state. That growth means an increase in pets
and the need for animal-related services.
Waukesha County’s population is aging, along with
our nation as a whole. This means more support
services are needed for pets, such as a safe keep
program that offers temporary emergency shelter
for the pets of seniors and families in crisis. Animal
hoarding cases have increased, putting a demand
on our facility for intervention for these animals.
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DONATE TODAY TO HAWS
FACILITY EXPANSION:
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programs - for all ages.
TAKE A TOUR
AND LEARN MORE!
Interested in learning more about HAWS,
what we do and why we need to expand?
Call 262-542-8851, x112
or email Jessica@hawspets.org.
She’d love to hear from you, and encourages
all donors to schedule a tour today!
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T ackling illness and injuries through Annie’s
medical assistance fund.
S haping positive behaviors through our Behavior
Department and the Mod Squad.
S upporting our adopters with classes, education
and 1:1 counseling.
eeping – and helping – animals longer with
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increased, more restful and quiet kennel space.
As the economy struggled in 2008, HAWS made the
decision to move ahead with our previous expansion
using only funds that had already been secured. We
trimmed the project back, eliminating some areas
entirely. Now we look to complete the full expansion,
with increased space for education, spay/neuter services, behavior
training for
animals and
people, flexible
crisis intervention space,
increased cat
accommodations and
quieter,
separated
space for canines in need.
Continued on page 2
The Humane Animal
Welfare Society of
Waukesha County leads
the community in animal
welfare and assures sanctuary for animals in need.
Published by:
HAWS
701 Northview Rd.
Waukesha, WI 53188
(262) 542-8851
hawspets.org
Jennifer Smieja, Editor
marketing@hawspets.org
HAWS Board of Directors
Bill Stone
President
Fred Hilton
First Vice President
Mike Nell
Second Vice President
Nick Drewsen
Treasurer
Sabrina M. Bryant
Secretary
Todd Cleary
Sandy Hoffmann
Gretchen Jaeger, DVM
Nancy Mayo
Cindy Pechanach
Kenneth J. Petershack
Kerry Schnier
Russ Tilsner
In-Direct Line By Jennifer Smieja
Lynn and Jen trade places again for this issue.
T
he bonds formed
between animals and
humans can be so strong
– the one formed with me
by our latest HAWS’ dog
is somewhere between
super-glue and industrial
strength cement! Many
dog owners can relate to
this: I sit down, he’s right
next to my chair. I get up,
he’s attached to my hip.
I head down the hall to
the bathroom and he’s
ready to assist! (No thanks,
buddy, I’ve got this…really,
I’m fine…) As annoying
as that can be, I wouldn’t
trade it for the world – he’s
got my back and is there
for me literally every step
of the way. Oh, that everyone could feel that kind
of devotion and love from another living creature!
the importance of animals and pets in our lives!
And it’s not just that bond between us that is so
great, but also how it changes us and makes us
better humans overall. Caring for another living
being, advocating on their behalf, laughing at
their antics and putting life into perspective via
their view of the world – valuable life lessons are
subtly taught every day by our animal friends.
Now we’re asking everyone to Take 2 Steps
for HAWS, to not only support our day-to-day
work but to also make our upcoming, muchneeded facility expansion a reality! This expansion
will keep HAWS strong and vital into the future,
and allow us to continue giving and teaching
humane care. In honor of the bond you
share or have shared with your pets,
please donate to HAWS today - just use
the enclosed envelope and note “FOR
EXPANSION!” And be sure to visit HAWS
soon, to see the great things you’ve
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It is just this type of bond that makes HAWS’ facility expansion so exciting – the idea that, through
our work at the shelter, we can help others know
HAWS Staff
a proud supporter
of HAWS
Lynn Olenik
Executive Director
Mark Hess
Field Service/Facilities Manager
Kelly Rohda
Shelter Manager
Khris Erickson
Humane Educator
Leann Boucha
Behavior Department Manager
Cassie Gugin
SNIP Clinic Manager
Johanna Schmanski
Mobile Adoptions Coordinator
Jennifer Smieja
Development Coordinator
Jessica Pinkos
Donor Relations
Sara Stoss
Volunteer Coordinator
Kim Kalczynski, Jaime Merkel,
Alysha Hansen
Kennel Leads
Kristie Benjamin,
Whitney Callies, Ashley Haley
Adoptions Leads
Nichole Janny
Adoptions Lead/Special Events
at hawspets.org
GROWING – TOGETHER
Continued from page 1
Change is driven by external factors:
population growth and an aging demographic. But there is also a need for
“good news” and the chance to form
special bonds with loving animals as
the world around us gets more tense
and invasive. Slowing down to connect
with an animal is therapeutic; it makes
us humane, and brings out the best in
all of us as humans. Though difficult to
explain, those who have been touched
by an animal know the magic.
Visit Us
Receiving/Office Hours
9-6 Monday-Friday
9-4 Saturday
12-4 Sunday
Viewing/Adopting Hours
1-6 Monday-Friday
11-4 Saturday
12-4 Sunday
As we strive to do more for the
community’s animals at HAWS, and
support the families who have them,
the stronger we all will be! A
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EDUCATION DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Choices of Compassion
By Khris Erickson, Humane Educator
A
I would argue that we also need to
provide our pets with choices. So much
of our pet’s lives are dictated by us: we
tell them where to eliminate, where to
sleep, control when they eat, dictate what
they can/cannot play with, and decide
when we are going to provide them with
Lack of control in the workplace is consid- exercise. While we can’t give our pets
ered to be a huge stressor for an employfull autonomy, we can try and give them
ee. A study showed that employees in high the ability to make choices as often as
stress jobs with a lack of control were more possible.
stressed than employees in high stress jobs
Humane Education is all about respecting
with more control. (Karasek, 1979)
and displaying compassion for all living
Allowing an individual at least some authings. What better way to instill these
tonomy gives them control over their lives, concepts than to teach children about
helps develop confidence, reduces stress,
allowing animals to have choices. Just
promotes a happy life, and can be an imbecause you want to pet the kitty doesn’t
portant part of developing a relationship.
mean that the kitty wants to be petted.
Allowing a cat to leave the room and
While these studies reference human behide is a great way to show respect and
ings, they are equally applicable to animals.
acknowledge her rights as an individual to
Indeed, zoos make every opportunity
decline an interaction that makes only one
to allow their animals to have as many
of the two of you happy.
choices as possible. An animal that is “on
display” won’t be seen if he’s decided he
Giving our pets choices about whether
wants to hide from visitors. A large part of they want to be touched or approached
enrichment for zoo animals incorporates
by us or others not only gives them
the opportunity to make choices and have autonomy and respect, but is also a safety
issue. Animals that are stressed, anxious
some control over their environment.
study with nursing home residents
showed that those individuals who
were encouraged to make personal choices
for themselves were happier and healthier
than residents who had all decisions made
by staff. (Langer & Rodin, 1976).
KIDS ’N CRITTERS
WINTER DAY CAMP
Spend your winter break at HAWS!
Dates, details and registration available
at hawspets.org/kids-n-critters or by calling
262-542-8851, x123.
or frightened are more likely to feel the
need to defend themselves; we know that
most bites are caused by animals who are
frightened.
Our jobs as pet owners are not only to
care for them, but to protect them and
help them thrive in our world. What better way is there than finding ways to give
our pets some choices about their lives. A
HUMANE OFFICER’S CORNER
always makes me
smile. It is hard to
put into words,
but there is a
huge “something
special” that exists
between us!
The Human-Animal Bond
By Jill Miorana, Waukesha County Humane Officer
H
AWS asked writers contrib-
uting to this Tattle Tails to
focus our articles on the human
–animal bond. It got me to thinking: How far do people get into their day
before an animal crosses their path?
My personal alarm clock is 93 pounds
of love wrapped in red Bloodhound fur.
Erlene has no snooze button, and her
5:45 a.m. wake-up “call” cannot be
turned off for weekends or holidays.
Her sidekick is a cat that vocalizes with
odd, happy “chirping” sounds. (I have
a kind of love-hate reaction to this early
morning dynamic duo.)
Recently my “clock” Erlene had a health
scare. We went to the veterinarian, and
thankfully everything turned out fine. But
it was between her serious, acute sickness and her good outcome that I realized
how much I love this dog. I experienced
waves of emotions during the scary “in
between” time.
Fear and anxiety
welled up as I
realized she was
What an amazing
getting sicker by
connection we
the hour. More
can develop with
fear and even a
animals. To know
sense of grieving
if this is true for
came over me
others, you need
as I pictured my
only go as far as
life without her.
any social media
Utter relief and
for confirmation.
gratitude arrived as symptoms subsided,
Animal lovers are eager to display their pets
and x-rays and lab work revealed this was and all the silly things that make their pets
not a life-threating event.
so special to them. Science has proven these
kinds of feel-good interactions with animals
All of the emotions I went through made make us healthier and happier. Obviously,
me realize how much of a bond this dog these human–animal bonds are some powand I share. My kids hear me moaning
erfully good stuff!
about the drool, the shedding, and the
daily ear care...I hope they also recognize Waukesha County Humane Officers are always
available to discuss your concerns about animy joy doing the happy dance with my
mals. Log on to waukeshacounty.gov/humane
dog after we’ve been apart! This dog
or call 262-896-8330. E
also has a silly treat-earning routine that
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It’s All About the Animals!
BEHAVIO
To Ev
Share your HAWS Adoption Story – use the form on our website under “Adopt” or just email us at office@hawspets.org.
Don’t forget to send us your Alumni pictures, too! For more great stories check out “Rescue Tails” at hawspets.org.
RESCUE TAILS...
Alysha went out
to Menomonee
Falls for a juvenile
goose that had
fallen down the
waterfall at Mill
Pond Park and was
unable to get back
to its parents. Upon
her arrival at the
park, a Good Samaritan was in the
process of catching the goose and
together they reunited him with his
parents. Noting this
“happens all the
time,” the gentleman invested in his
own net in order to
help catch them!
Animal Rescue Team
member Anna had one
very eventful Saturday!
First she received a call right
after the shelter closed: A
mother and daughter were
outside when a tortoise
wandered into their yard.
It moved faster than they
expected, but they were able
to contain it. It was happily eating all the weeds in their
yard, so they didn’t mind it being there!
About an hour after taking the tortoise to HAWS, Anna
received another unique call! A family was having a cookout
in the backyard when they heard snorting...and found a big,
pot-bellied pig. They were able to wrangle her into a leash
before Anna arrived. Ms. Piggy, however, was NOT keen on
travelling in a carrier, so it took four people, a leash, a snare
pole and two corn cobs to get her safely loaded into the
van!
The owners of both pets were quickly located, with the help
of posts and pictures on Facebook. Happy tails, indeed!
Deer were quite
active in Waukesha County in
late summer.
The Sussex Police
Department called
for Andres to assist
with a fawn that two
young men found
in the middle of the
road. Field Services
Manager Mark spent
hours transferring
fawns to an approved
two-acre rehab site
where they will live
and be set free next
spring. HAWS is one
of the few humane
societies involved in
chemical sedation
trans-location work.
By Dr. Claud
travelled wi
under const
Fast-forward
is financially
tors, 28 volu
How did tho
In support o
humans are
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grams that
that bond a
partnerships
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mans and a
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It is my grea
Leann Bouc
years ago as
...AND ADOPTION STORIES
A CHIPPER LAB
Chipper, a.k.a. Houdini, is
AWESOME! He has taken to
his new home and loves his
new large fenced in yard. Add
to this his very own little pool
and he’s a very happy lad.
We continue to work on the
training tips to stop him from
jumping up on people (as
he gets so excited) as well as
on doors to open them (thus
Houdini as he disappears out to the yard!). Playing
‘chase’ after he gets his ball is quite fun; I’m not
sure who is more worn out, Tom, me or Chipper!
Our sincere thanks and appreciation to the HAWS
team for all they do! — Tom, Debbie and Chipper M.
A special toast and our sincere thanks
to all those involved with HAWS’ annual
Halloween fundraiser! Special thanks to
hostess CV of Trending Radio 93.3, and
to all the donors, VIPs and sponsors. For
pictures of the event, please see the link
on the Brews’N’Ciders page at hawspets.org
or check out our Facebook page.
2015 Sponsors: Bon-Ton/Boston Store,
The Cordon Family Foundation, Davies
Orthodontics, Waukesha State Bank, Northern
Trust, Camp Bow-Wow Waukesha, Teuteberg
Incorporated, Dr. Deborah Archilletti, Bruns
Appraisal/Thomas & Barbara Bruns, Equity
Commercial Real Estate, McConnell Publishing,
Petlicious Dog Bakery & Pet Spa.
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November 2015
INGRAHAM
I AM
Hi guys! Just a brief
update on Ingraham,
formerly known as
Usta: He is doing
great! Immediately he
fit right in – he enjoys
going for walks, going to the dog park,
playing fetch and tugof-war and snuggling
with his humans and new doggy brother. And, his
marking issue is getting better. For the time being
he’s literally attached to one of us at the hip - this
is really helping, and the accidents have decreased
already! Yay! We love him so much! — Kelly W.
HIC-CUP!
About 6 month
decided to stop
HAWS...and the
HIC-CUP the Igu
the only reptile
furry critters. I a
sionate about re
phibians, and H
hit it off right a
him and I built h
deluxe “condo.
and I travel doin
shows together
and adults. He is very social and person
loves posing for pictures! I am glad that
HAWS that day. Thank you! — Dakotah
A TRIBUTE
We adopted V
She had clubb
that never held
fortunately, Vi
recently, but I
you know how
ing her improv
Hearing the pi
her irregular footsteps always brightene
spent her life looking out the window t
streets of Milwaukee and cuddling with
she had the chance. Even though she w
she never let it get in the way of what s
do. She helped raise awareness that ani
abilities can be great pets, too. I will nev
little Vivi. — Lindsey B.
OR DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
verything There is a Season...
deen McAuliffe
T
his is my last newsletter
article as manager of the
Behavior Department. It’s
hard to believe that almost
seven years have passed
since I took this job, and I
didn’t even have an office to
work in! My little orange box
ith me around a building that was mostly
truction. I had no staff and worked part-time.
d seven years to a Behavior Department that
y self-supporting with a staff of seven instrucunteers, and an intern or two.
ose years go so fast? That’s easy to answer:
of the human-animal bond. Of course,
e animals, too, and thanks to the
the Behavior Department, proassist the animals and strengthen
are thriving. Mod Squad, academic
s, private behavior consultations,
pet training classes, the Winter
m – all are helping hundreds of huanimals, and serving as models for
ers. What a net we’ve cast!
at pleasure to pass the baton to
cha. Leann started at HAWS four
s an intern and never left. Her
hs ago we
p by and visit
ere he was,
uana. He was
among all the
am very paseptiles and amHIC-CUP and I
away. I adopted
him a huge
.” HIC-CUP
ng educational
r for children
nable and he
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H.
JOIN US!
HAWS 5th Winter Symp
Winter Symposium
Saturday,
Saturday, January 16, 2016
plans after graduation
Saturday,
January
9am
– 3pm 16,
were set on training
Details at hawspets.org!
January 16,
marine mammals at
Details/reservations
at howspets.org.
2016
Sea World, but after
2016
completing her intern9am – 3pm
ship she decided to change her career to animal welfare. the strength of the many programs of the Behavior
9am –while
3pmshe contributes
Department,
her own unique
style
Could we say the human-animal bond is responsible
Details/reservations
at hawspets.org.
to their management.
for yet another career change? Leann has filled many
Details/reservations at hawspets.org.
roles, including behavior evaluator, pet training class
In addition to Leann, Ashley Haley continues to manage
instructor, adoption counselor, behavior consultant,
the Community Pet Training Class program, and Kirsten
program developer and volunteer trainer. She is in the
Watry manages the Internship program.
midst of completing a Master of Education degree at
And me? I’m not done yet! My new title is Consultant
Carroll University, and will shortly be certified as a dog
to the Behavior Department. It means I can go on doing
behavior consultant through the International Associawhat I love: Strengthening the bond between dogs and
tion of Animal Behavior Consultants. I’m confident that
their humans. How cool is that!
she will maintain
HAWS Staff Spotlight
Ashley Haley
L-R: Ashley Haley, Leann Boucha, Kirsten Watry.
MABEL ON
THE MOVE
Hi, I’m Mabel (formerly Mercedes) and I am so grateful for
the amazing staff at HAWS. They
went above and beyond in my
journey to find my forever home.
My best friend, Angie, is wheelchair bound and wasn’t able to
visit the shelter, but HAWS found
a way to make my adoption
happen. I now spend my time
tooling around in Angie’s wheelchair, entertaining
her with my antics and sleeping with her every night.
She says she doesn’t know what she would do
without me. Thanks, HAWS, for taking such good
care of me until I found my calling and true love!
E TO VIVI
Vivi in 2013.
bed feet, but
d her back! Univi passed away
wanted to let
w much adoptved our lives.
itter patter of
ed my day. She
to the busy
h us whenever
was different,
she wanted to
imals with disver forget my
HAWS
Mod Squad 1000th Graduate Party
Thursday, November 19th
5th
SWEET SAVANNAH
We adopted Savannah in April...and we couldn’t
be more in love with her! She fit right in with my
daughter and me. She loves her belly rubs, lying
next to us, playing with mouse toys and talking! It is
like she has been here forever.... Thank you, HAWS,
for all of your help and for helping us bring Savannah home – she is such a blessing. It is so great to
see such a big smile on my daughter’s face as well!
Thank you so much! — Jamie and Abriana B., and
newest family member Savannah!!
Adoption Lead, Training Administrator, Dog Training Instructor
What do you do all day? I answer questions and help people
find their forever pet! I also reunite people with their lost pets
and help register people for classes and train their pets.
What makes you good at your job? I have a degree in
Biology with an emphasis on Animal Behavior and a minor in
Psychology – plus I am very efficient and can get a lot done
in a short amount of time!
What did you want to be when you grew up? Zookeeper.
What keeps you busy outside of HAWS? My husband
and I recently became new parents with the birth of our son!
Why do you work for HAWS? To help people find their
forever pets and help the animals find their forever homes.
To help people realize the value a pet has and love them.
HAWS MOBILE ADOPTION CENTER HIGHLIGHTS
Bringing Happy Tails to You!
By Johanna Schmanski, Mobile Adoptions Coordinator
The Mobile Adoption Team has the advantage
of being able to facilitate many animal-human
bonding experiences, much like match-makers!
We begin by selecting adoptables that we
think would do best at the particular event
we are attending – if we are going to a school
event we bring pets who are suitable with children; if our event is at a pet-friendly festival, an
animal that is comfortable and acts appropriately around other creatures would fare best.
At the events we try to decipher how a potential
adopter’s lifestyle might mesh with an adoptable
pet’s needs. What are people looking for? What
kind of activities do they like and what are their
expectations for the relationship with their pet?
Sometimes we find that a HAWS’ pet not attending
the event might be a better fit. We ask questions
and listen, to make sure that the animal-human
bond starts on the right foot. Once we have
determined that the fit is right for all involved, we
encourage the potential adopter to fill out an application and set up an appointment at the shelter.
Want to host HAWS’ Mobile Team?
Email us at mobile@hawspets.org.
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Volunteer News
Would you like to become a volunteer at HAWS?
Log onto hawspets.org and click “Get Involved” or call our
Volunteer Coordinator, Sara Stoss, at 262-542-8851, x120.
The staff at HAWS truly appreciates the time, energy and passion that our volunteers devote to the animals. HAWS volunteers play a vital role
in bettering the lives of the animals during their stay here, and in helping to get them adopted to loving, forever homes!
CONGRATS HAWS
VOLUNTEERS!
Volunteers of the Year
September: Helen Congo
Front row: Kim Emmerich, Kera Burish, Linda Hansen.
Back row: Becca Christbaum, Suzanne Poisl, John Fischer,
Tuesdee & Alexis Luce, Geno & Dawn Smith.
HAWS Staff
Spotlight:
Sara Stoss,
Volunteer
Coordinator
What do you do
all day? Short answer
– listen and problem solve. Long answer –
coordinate volunteer tasks, schedule training
and train new volunteers, assist other
departments in getting their needs met,
assist with special events, correspond with
current and prospective volunteers, help run
a program for troubled youth, coordinate a
student volunteer program, maintain rosters
and databases, write MANY reference
letters…and so much more!
October: Bill Severson
CAREGIVERS NEEDED:
Cat caregivers are still needed for two shifts
at Petsmart-Pewaukee, on Monday evening
and Saturday morning. Responsibilities include
maintaining cat habitats and providing socialization.
Must be able to make at least a 2-month
commitment; requires some physical activity/lifting;
usual volunteer age requirements apply. Contact
Volunteer Coordinator Sara for details!
What makes you good at your job?
My ability to listen and relate well with people
with varying personalities, backgrounds and
values. People really matter to me, and while
I can’t always meet their expectations or requests, it’s important to me that they at least
feel respected and valued. I strive to maintain
a positive outlook.
Who are your pets? Willa and Quincy the
Chihuahuas, Bunker the Pug mix, Baboo and
Millie and Tigger the cats, Bing and Abbot the
Quaker Parrots.
What did you want to be when you
grew up? Photographer, interior decorator,
professional singer, actress, animal trainer.
What are your hobbies/interests outside of work? Just about anything outdoors
FRIENDS of HAWS UPDATES
Join the Friends of HAWS: Log onto hawspets.org
and click on “Friends of HAWS” to learn more about us
or come to the next Friends meeting – the second
Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at HAWS.
Social time with refreshments after each meeting!
– boating, kayaking, hiking, gardening, trips
up north – out in the woods is my slice of
heaven! Family get-togethers, choir, wedding
and funeral singer, music, theater…activities
with the dogs like agility and barn hunt…and
coffee, which makes all of this possible.
Something people would be surprised
to learn about you? I never watched an
NFL football game until the 2014/15 playoffs.
Now I’m hooked.
Why do you work at HAWS? It started as
a labor of love, wanting to do my part – what
it continues to be today is the variety. There
is never, ever a dull day at HAWS, thanks to
the amazing things we do to help animals and
people. I can’t imagine another career choice
that would have allowed me to meet so many
people from so many walks of life!
Earn Money for Homeless Animals While You Grocery Shop
HAWS receives 1% credit for receipts from the following stores. Be sure to send your receipts
to HAWS often because the receipts do expire! Please leave the date portion on the receipt.
Sentry Stores:
Meadowbrook:
Albrechts:
Piggly Wiggly:
Ask for a Funds For
Hartland and
701 Meadowbrook Rd. 3255 Golf Rd., Delafield
Friends sticker when Fox Run:
Oconomowoc
you check out.
2304 W. St. Paul Ave.
Friends of HAWS have several great ways
to support the shelter this holiday season!
HOLIDAYS WITH FRIENDS The
Holiday Bazaar
& Bake Sale: Saturday,
November 7, 9am – 3pm.
Shopping season has
begun! Come to HAWS
for great hand-made gifts,
crafts and delicious baked
goods. A large selection of
HAWS’ Paw gear will also
be available – from hoodies
to fleece jackets. Come
early and stay for lunch!
HUMANE ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY 701 NORTHVIEW ROAD
HAWSPETS.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION
Holiday Pet Photos: Saturday
and Sunday, November 14 and 15.
By appointment only. Call HAWS to
reserve your sitting at 262-542-8851.
Entertainment Books:
Get ‘em while they last – still only $35!
Upcoming Friends Meetings: November 11th and January 13th, no meeting in December.
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6 Tattle Tails
November 2015
HAWS THANKS YOU!
DONATIONS MADE IN HONOR OF…
“April” from Joele
Cook
Berthelsen, Judie
from Nicole Farley
“Dot” from Wanda
& Jon Brandt
Blad, Laura & Chris
from Beth Junge
“Hugo & Pudgy”
from Jane &
Robert Gallagher
Blessing, Dr.
Kathleen from
Wendy & Marc
Potochnik
“Lulu” from Carol
Ollenburg
“Nyjel” from Jodi
Smith
“Pepito” from
Samantha L
Akridge
“Star” from Bernice
Klatt
Congratulations
Maggie & Steve
from Dawn
& William
Wollenzien
Curtis, Dave/Diane/
Joanne from
Vernon & Barbara
Hockerman
“Tuck” from Jerry &
Kathryn Blanton
Fay, Bob from
Vernon & Barbara
Hockerman
Helland, Brittany
from West Bend
Mutual Insurance
Olderman, Tessa
Garcia, Heather &
Hoffmann, Gary &
from Kristin
Javier from Kristin
Sandy from Family
Olderman
Johnston - Remax
& Friends
Paula & Steve from
Realty
Jaeger, Ken from
Claudia Engler
Gawin, Tricia from
Beth Jaeger
Russell, Larry from
Speedy Metals
Kloke, Lynn from
Rebecca Russell
Gendrich, Deborah
Karen Quaden
Rymaszewski,
from Asi Doors, Inc
Kuhtz, Bill & Laurie
Bo from Karen
Grosskopf, Susan
from Lawrence/
Reichert
from Kristin
Ellen Lasecki
Saye, Stephen &
Johnston - Remax
Kujawski, Adrian
Carrie from Jeff &
Realty
from Vernon
Kathy Grant
Gunn, Sarah from
& Barbara
Sandra Zingler &
Hockerman
Barb Johnson
DONATIONS MADE IN MEMORY OF…
“Abbey-Jo” from
Catherine Maas
“Gooly” from Sandy
Hamm
“Ace” from Michael
Hawes
“Gus” from Rick &
Cindy Kempfer
“Amigo” from
Georgia
Battermann
“Gus” from Wendy
& Marc Potochnik
“April” from Joele
Cook
“Baby Kitty” from
Karen Quaden
“Gusto” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Hannah” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Bingo” from Prairie “Hawkeye” from
Animal Hospital
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Blitz’’ from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Hummer” from
Kathryn & Richard
“Blue” from Jane &
Voigt
Robert Gallagher
“Hyacinth” from
“Buck” from Dan &
Prairie Animal
Arlene Below
Hospital
“Caesar” from
“Jack” from Prairie
Prairie Animal
Animal Hospital
Hospital
“Jeggy” from Prairie
“Casey” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
Animal Hospital
“Justin” from Prairie
“Cassie” from
Animal Hospital
Kathleen &
Kenneth Lawrence “Kalie” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Charlotte” from
Prairie Animal
“Katie” from Prairie
Hospital
Animal Hospital
“Chili” from Georgia “Lady” from
Battermann
Alexandra Urbas
“Pepper” from
Denise & Kenneth
Tuggle
“Piper” from Jodi
Smith
“Pounce” from
Corbitt & Jackie
Mccorkle
“Prince, Petoskey &
Jules” from Sallie
Ratelle
“Riley” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Roscoe” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Rosie” from Maria
& Enrico Dalo
Luatti
“Rosie” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Watson” from Cory
Albrechtson
“Zoie & Bandit”
from Sue Zimmer
Belling, Jeanette
from Ken &
Brenda Mitchell
Bojack, Aloysius
from Marilyn Ford
Bonaparte, Joyce
from Family &
Friends
Layman, Darlene
J. from Fabric
Plates
“Sandi” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Scooby” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
Fleming, Dorthy
from Phil & Barb
Ferber
“Scooter” from
Mark & Kathleen
Conrad
Floyd, John H. from
Amy Blitzer
Fortlage, Marilyn
from Robyn
Noble
“Link” from Blue
Gate Farm, Llc
“Shane” from Brian
O’toole
“Link” from Sue
Zimmer
“Sheba” from Nancy Gilbert, Samantha
Miller
from Family &
Friends
“Sophie” from
Prairie Animal
Grant, Gary from
Hospital
Family & Friends
“Diamon” from
Tracie Hulbert
“Diamond” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Duchess” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Duke” from Libby &
Rob Mueller
“Ender” from Susan
Cook
“Faith” from Susan
Cook
Gendrich, Debbie
from Family &
Friends
Ludwig, Carol from
Lucille Bartelt
Maki, Clarence from
Family & Friends
Marish, Kathleen
from Sally
StaffeldtMollenhauer
Maves, Rie from
Family & Friends
Metzinger, Michael
L. from Family &
Friends
Miley, Donald from
Family & Friends
Hagen, Evan from
Tjaden
Montville, Cindy K.
from Family &
Friends
“Mandy” from Craig
& Carol Davidson “Stanley” from
Andrea Louthan
“Midnight” from
“Stanley” from
Jeffery & Jean
Cathy/Scott/Drew
Zeller
Rakers
“Mittens, Blackjack
& Midnight” from “Stewie” from
Cary & Rebecca
Nancy & Terrance
Zborovsky
Patin
Hamm, Joan
Youmans from
Family & Friends
Moore Puccio, Terri
Ann from Harriet
Schulz
Hanson, Donald A.
from Family &
Friends
Mueller, Mj from
Sherry Fickau
“Sweet Kissy Max”
from Carl & Joyce
Budde
Hilton, Daniel from
Family & Friends
“Maggie” from
Craig & Carol
Davidson
“Molly” from Sherri
Felzer
“Molly” Quaden
from Linda
Malosh
“Napolean” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Fendy” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Oliver” from Mary
Lestina
“Fox” from Deborah
Lupo
“Patches” from
Peggy Keepman
“Squeaks” from
Vernon & Barbara
Hockerman
“Tiger” from Jeffery
& Jean Zeller
Heale, Christopher
T. from Shirley
Ottum
Klinter, Paul from
Mary Busalacchi
Niles, Loella from
Family & Friends
Pauly, Lee K. from
Family & Friends
Petershack, Richard
V. from Family &
Friends
Pezewski, Eileen
from Family &
Koniar, Nancy from
Friends
Nicholas & Kirsten
Owens Bur
Pipke, Nancy from
Judith & Terry
“Tucker” from Prairie Krauser, Kenneth
Kramer
Animal Hospital
from Michael
Hawes
Potos, William from
“Violet” from Lois &
Colleen & David
Stuart Schlachter Kust, Sharon from
Dickman
Dennis Kust
“Tucker” from Robin
Oehlert
WMH Cardiac Rehab
from Mark &
Sally Pass
Zastrow, Irene from
Vernon & Barbara
Hockerman
Pratt, Tony from
Payne & Dolan,
Inc
CARING KIDS SUPPORT
THE HAWS CAUSE
Mia Justman, age 4, was both a lifeline and
a social media darling for HAWS through her
lemonade stand in July, raising over $250!
Kylie Hucke and Chloe Argue held the 4th
annual backyard Live Animal Museum/Zoo event,
raising almost $800 to support HAWS!
These kids and their groups made awesome
donations to HAWS through special service
projects, donation drives and more: Brooke
B., Jordon Cotter, Skylar Dean,
Mia Grabowski, Julia & Olivia Helmuth, Rachel
Helmuth, Abby Hickok, Tahi Luke, Lauren Lupinek,
Emma Nelson, Tessa Olderman, Joel Prochazka, Megan S., Jessica Schlitz, Samantha Snedeker, Alexis
Sopolinski, Lauren W., Megan Wozniak (pictured),
Camp Glacier Creek/WI Youth Company, Center
Oak 4-H Club of Hartland, 5th & 6th Graders at
Congregation Emanu-el of Waukesha, Evangelical
& Reformed United Church of Christ Sunday School, Girl Scout Wise
Sunny Trails Day Camp of New Berlin, Nature Hill Intermediate School
of Oconomowoc’s Advanced Math Class, participants in New Berlin
Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, Pewaukee Public Library
summer “Library Explorers” program, 3rd – 5th Graders at River Glen
Christian Church, Ronald Reagan Elementary School.
Lachmund, Ann from Purton, Dennis from
Bill Wasemiller
Nancy Wessling
Brummond-Leroy,
Dolores from
Family & Friends
“Conan” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Decker” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
Kutschenreuter,
Thomas R. from
Family & Friends
Lakrzewski, Glenn
from Barbara &
Walter Krieger
“Scooter” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
“Lucy” from Robin
Oehlert
Weimer, Sue from
Culver’s Painting
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Brahm, Mariann
from Family &
Friends
“Liffey” from Mary
Ann Russell
“Daisy” from
Georgia
Battermann
Steger, Dale from
Speedy Metals
Did You Know…
HAWS’ Tattle Tails
newsletter is available
online!
Leissner, Lois from
Esbensen, Edith
Family & Friends
from Waukesha
Memorial Hospital Leroy, Delores
Brummond from
Essenberg, Joann
Wayne & Ellen
from Family &
Woelke
Friends
“Rowan” from
Prairie Animal
Hospital
Schroeder, Dunk
from Vernon
& Barbara
Hockerman
Biskobing, Sally from
Marilyn Goecke
“Cody” from Prairie
Animal Hospital
“Cubbie” from
Elizabeth Smirl
Metrusias, Eva from
Family & Friends
Ricker, Dick from
Marilyn Schaller
Roberts, Donald
J from Joanne
Keller
Robinson, Michael
from Terese
Robinson
Sadkovich, Anna
from William &
Judith Sadkovich
Brownie Troop 8336 of
Waukesha held a bike-a-thon for
HAWS, collecting almost $700!
Schroeder, Joyce
from Rosanne &
Robert Beattie
Schroeder, Joyce
& Robert
from Jeanine
Thubauville
Schroeter, Becky
from Judy
Salentine
Schubert, Alan R.
from Family &
Friends
Sherwin, Shirley
from Lake Five
Advancement
Association
Skenadore, Richard
P. from Family &
Friends
Starck, Mickey from
Eileen Fischer
Suslick, Anthony
from Ervin M
Lemmer
Sweeney, James
from Family &
Friends
Trosch, Tanya from
Emily Slotwinski
Waldorf, Judith from
Family & Friends
Wilson, Isabelle from
Family & Friends
Zakrzewski, Glenn
from Jane
Schaefer
Honor your loved one, person or pet, with a donation to HAWS.
Donations can be made via mail, phone or through hawspets.org using Paypal.
Click on “Ways to Give” or use our website “Tribute” form.
Celebrating their birthdays for HAWS were Aubrey Baril,
Callahan Cowles, Kristianne & Madeline Dempsey, Emma Felton,
Gabriel Fernandez-Tyson, Amelia Heath, Yara Love, Eva Metrusias,
McKenna Murphy, David & AJ O’Connor.
Surrounded by a CARING COMMUNITY
Taco John’s of Waukesha is looking to make 2015 their best year ever
for HAWS, holding several donation days and again directing the holiday
Nachos Navidad proceeds to the shelter. Dine out for HAWS throughout
November and December!
Blue’s Egg again donated $1 to HAWS for each Egg Plate sold in August,
for a total of $732!
The generosity of Bark’n’Scratch Outpost, Milwaukee, allowed
HAWS to provide a diffuser for a litter of 7 foster puppies challenged by
a ringworm infection. End of the Leash, Pewaukee, directed their
Fromm Feeding Friends proceeds to HAWS for the month of August.
The Northwest Milwaukee Ladies of HOG continued their
partnership by holding their June
chapter meeting at HAWS, bringing
along donations for the shelter!
Thank you to all these businesses and groups for their
support! RW Baird, Circle K of St.
Norbert College, Leticia Guzman
Agency, Horizon Hospice, Aurora
Lakeshore Medical Clinic, TJ Maxx,
Paul Mitchell School, Oconomowoc
Women’s Club (pictured), Olson’s
Ace Hardware, The Pageant Event,
Stein’s Garden & Gifts, Stericycle.
November 2015
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Non-Profit Org.
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Milwaukee, WI
Permit No. 1770
Humane Animal Welfare Society
of Waukesha County Inc.
701 Northview Road
PO Box 834
Waukesha, WI 53187-0834
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November
December
TTOUCH FOR LITTLE CRITTERS
HOLIDAY
BAZAAR &
BAKE SALE
November 21
3pm
KIDS ‘N
CRITTERS
WINTER
DAY CAMP
1 – 4PM
Use specific gentle touches to help release tension in stressful
situations for your rabbit, guinea pig or other small pet.
9AM – 3PM
Class fee: $15, Children under 16: $7 - must attend
with adult. Materials fee: $5
The Friends of
HAWS present their
annual fundraiser.
For ages
6-14 years!
Pre-registration required at 262.542.8851
or hawspets.org.
14 Cat Pedicures 9:30 – 10:30 AM
HOLIDAY
PET PHOTOS
HAWS staff and volunteers help with a challenging
grooming issue; get tips for home pedis, too! Suggested
donation of $7/cat; please bring your pet in a carrier
for safety and comfort.
November 14-15
19Mod Squad 1000th Grad Party 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Details at hawspets.org.
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY:
262-542-8851
21Pedicures for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
11Pedicures for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
6:00 – 7:00 PM
HAWS volunteers will be available at Pet Supplies Plus,
18610 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, for small animal nail trims. Please bring your pet in a carrier; no fee - cash
donations to HAWS’ small animal fund greatly appreciated!
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Volunteers are available for small animal nail trims.
Please bring your pet in a carrier; no fee - cash donations
to HAWS’ small animal fund are greatly appreciated!
24 Cat Pedicures 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Details/registration
at hawspets.org.
12 Cat Pedicures 9:30 – 10:30 AM
See November 14th listing for details.
19 First Aid for Pets 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented at HAWS by Emergency Medical Services.
Call 262-879-0165 for details and registration.
22 Cat Pedicures 5:00 – 6:00 PM
See November 24th listing for details.
24 CHRISTMAS EVE 9AM – 3PM
HAWS will be open for receiving only.
No viewing/adoption hours.
25 CHRISTMAS DAY
See November 14th listing for details.
HAWS will be closed for the holiday.
26 THANKSGIVING
26 Greyhound Meet’n’Greet 1:00 – 3:00 PM
HAWS will be closed for the holiday.
See November 28th listing for details.
Monthly Friends Meeting 7:00 PM
28 Greyhound Meet’n’Greet 1:00 – 3:00 PM
31 NEW YEAR’S EVE 9AM – 3PM
Our monthly planning meeting - all adults are welcome!
See page 6 for details.
Visit with reps from Greyhound Pets of America (GPA-WI)
to learn about adopting this “greyt” breed.
HAWS will be open for receiving only.
No viewing/adoption hours.
January
5th Winter
Symposium
HAWS
5th Winter Symposium
day,
y 16,
16
Events are held at HAWS unless otherwise noted. Check hawspets.org
regularly for updates and Mobile Adoption tour stops!
Saturday,
January 16,
2016
9am – 3pm
January 16
9AM – 3PM
Featuring Essential Oils with Melissa
Shelton, DVM; Nutrition with Susan
Howell, DVM; and Joint Yoga Therapy
with Mari Frank, RT(R)(M)(CT)(MR), CJYP.
Details/registration: hawspets.org,
262-542-8851, x121 or
claudeen@hawspets.org.
ations at hawspets.org.
Details/reservations at hawspets.org.
HAWS DOG U & KITTY COLLEGE, TOO!
Classes ongoing; see full schedule online.
Now also offered at Central Bark
in Sussex.
Details/registration at hawspets.org
or 262-542-8851, x114.
1 NEW YEAR’S DAY
HAWS will be closed for the holiday.
9 Cat Pedicures 9:30 – 10:30 AM
See November 14th listing for details.
HAWS’ JAN-BOREE PARTY!
13Pedicures for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs 6:00 –
7:00 PM
See November 11th listing for details.
Monthly Friends Meeting 7:00 PM
See page 6 for details.
16Pedicures for Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
January 16
9:30 – 10:30 AM
See November 21st listing for details.
HAWS again joins Waukesha’s
Countywide winter celebration!
23Greyhound Meet’n’Greet 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Details/activities TBA
at hawspets.org.
26 Cat Pedicures 5:00 – 6:00 PM
See November 28th listing for details.
See November 24th listing for details.
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS
Support the HAWS’ cause – hands on!
Many opportunities are available!
Register for an orientation session at
hawspets.org or call 262-542-8851, x120.
Help Homeless Animals
by Joining HAWS!
Log onto hawspets.org
for information on how to become an Annual
or Sustaining Member. Join online using Paypal!