Ozaukee Humane Society Victoria Wellens Center


“They’re doing it again! In 1999, the Wisconsin Humane Society amazed animal welfare experts by creating a facility that set the highest standards for animal care. I’ve seen the plans for their new Ozaukee County facility and somehow, they are managing to raise the bar once again. The Ozaukee Humane Society is sure to become one of the premier animal shelters in the country, just like the Wisconsin Humane Society.”
- Emily Weiss, Ph.D., CAAB
Senior Director, Shelter Research and Development
Community Outreach, ASPCA®

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Ensuring a Future for Animals

The Ozaukee Humane Society is constructing a new, state-of-the-art facility at the corner of Highway 33 and West Dekora Woods Boulevard in Saukville. The LEED-certified, green facility will include an adoption center, veterinary clinic and educational classroom space.

The current Ozaukee shelter was originally constructed as a theatre concession stand and despite renovations to extend its life, a new shelter is necessary to provide proper housing, veterinary care and behavioral intervention for animals.

The Ozaukee Humane Society Victoria Wellens Center will be an oasis for animals and a treasure for the children and adults in the community.  It will also be the first “green,” LEED-certified animal shelter in the Midwest, and one of only a handful in the entire country. The increased access and visibility will lead to a higher adoption rate, expanded educational offerings, more volunteers and greater community involvement.

Engaging the Whole Community

The total costs for this project will be six million dollars. A group of dedicated individuals are working with the Board of Directors to ensure that the campaign is successful. Residents from the greater Northshore area, along with local and national corporations and foundations with a demonstrated interest in animal welfare, are being asked to help fund the campaign.

Interested in getting involved?

We welcome the involvement of everyone in the campaign, at whatever level fits your circumstances. If you would like to make an online donation in any amount, please click here to fill out a special donation form.

Naming Opportunities!
Donors also have the opportunity to have their name displayed at the new shelter in recognition of their generosity. A large variety of naming opportunities are available to choose from, and pledges can be made over three years.

For additional information about the Ozaukee Humane Society Victoria Wellens Center, including naming opportunities at the new center, please contact Ellen Clark at (262) 546-5719, eclark@ozaukeehumane.org or Angela Speed at (262) 546-5714, aspeed@ozaukeehumane.org.

We appreciate donations of all levels that help us climb higher to our goal! You are always welcome to send a donation to Ozaukee Humane Society, 2073 Highway W, Grafton, WI 53024. Thank you!