Walking for a new "Ride" at HAWS!

HAWS, the Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, announces the 31st Annual Pet Walk on May 3rd to benefit the Waukesha shelter. Running from 9am - 2pm at Sussex Village Park, the event’s fundraising goal is $40,000 to help purchase a new Animal Rescue Van.

Along with the Walk, the day features something for everyone – pets and their people – including:

9:00  Blessing of the Animals
9:15 Award presentation: Youth Community Kindness Award
9:30 – 9:45  Doggy Olympics begins with the High Jump event
10:30 – 11:00  Treibball demonstration
11:00 – 11:15  Parade of HAWS adoptable pets
Noon – 12:30  Bobbing for hot dogs
12:30 – 1:00  Musical Dog Mats (musical chairs for dogs)
1:00 – 1:30  Doggy Olympics: Tunnel Time and Triathlon (Sit/Rollover/Stay)

HAWS staff and local animal experts will also present “Snippets” – 15 minute talks featuring important info and question/answer sessions – including:
9:30 – 9:45  Why harnesses are a good choice for your dog’s comfort
9:45 – 10:00  Dog Park Etiquette
11:00 – 11:15  Featured breed, German Shepherds and the German Shepherd Dog Club
11:30 – 11:45  Animal careers – Vet Assistant, Vet Technician
11:45 – noon  Upcoming Pet Blood Drives for the Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center
Noon – 12:15  Dog Bite Prevention

Pet microchips and nail trims will be available for a small donation. Shop the vendors, enjoy lunch and enter to win great prizes!

Registration forms, Walk details and online fundraising page links are available at hawspets.org. HAWS’ annual Pet Walk is sponsored and presented by the Friends of HAWS; 100% of donations collected for the Walk are given directly to HAWS for animal care, programs and life-saving services.