Ward-Wiseman
Animal Haven
"Our Mission is to provide a safe haven for homeless, abandoned, and unwanted animals throughout Talala and the surrounding communities. As a no-kill rescue, Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven is dedicated to giving each animal compassionate care, necessary medical treatment, and the time they need to heal, grow, and find a loving forever home.
Animals in our care are spayed or neutered before adoption or when they are of age, helping ensure they leave us ready for a healthier future."
Help Us Rebuild
After transitioning from our former location, Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven began a new chapter with one important goal: creating a safer, more compassionate future for homeless animals in our community.
We are currently building a modern no-kill rescue designed to give every animal in our care a clean, comfortable, and loving place to heal while they wait for their forever home. This new facility will allow us to rescue more animals, provide better medical care, and create a space where every life is treated with compassion and dignity.
With the support of our community, we’re building more than just a rescue — we’re building hope, second chances, and a brighter future for animals who need it most.
Fully Transparent Rebuild
We Need YOUR Help!
$20,000.00
Electrical
$5,175.00
Plumbing
$11,500.00
HVAC
$18,000.00
Slab
Building Progress
We are making steady strides toward opening our new facility. Every bit of progress brings us closer to a brighter future for animals in need.
Fundraising Progress: 10%
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Working on Phase 1
Land secured
Phase 2
Phase 3
Phase 4
Phase 3
Phase 2
Phase 1
UPCOMING EVENTS
MURDER UNDER CONSTRUCTION: THE BLUEPRINT HEIST
Get ready for a night of mystery, mayhem, and murder at Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven’s Murder Mystery Dinner!
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
$40 per person | $250 for a table of 8
TO PURCHASE TICKETS, CONTACT COZA HUFFMAN AT (918) 724-5315!
Seating is limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot!
Join us on Saturday, October 3rd at the Oologah Community Center for an interactive murder mystery dinner where nothing is quite what it seems.
The Canine Construction Crew is hard at work when suddenly the blueprints disappear, an excavator is set ablaze, and an equipment operator goes missing. Everyone has an alibi… but somebody isn’t telling the truth.
Work with your table to follow the clues, question the suspects, and see if you can solve the mystery before the final reveal!
Your evening will also include:
• Dinner
• Silent Auction
• Gift Card Board
• Live Painting by local artists Chris Mantle & Rebecca Gaines
Chris and Rebecca will create a painting live during the event, and the finished artwork will be auctioned at the end of the night, with 50% of the proceeds benefiting Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven!
Oologah Community Center
215 S. Maple St.
Oologah, OK 74053
Registration: 6:30 PM
Mystery Begins: 7:00 PM
GET YOUR TICKETS!
Individual Ticket — $40
Table of 8 — $250
Call or text Coza Huffman at (918) 724-5315 to purchase tickets!
Grab your crew, put on your detective hat, and join us for an unforgettable evening benefiting the animals of Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven!
In January, 2008, the Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven opened its doors for the first time. Since opening, we have remained at full capacity, but have adopted out over 1585 animals (as of 12/2025 while maintaining a strict spay/neuter policy. We are funded completely by donations, fundraisers and adoption fees.
1585+
Animals Rescued
99%
Adoption Rate
2008
Opened jan. 2008
Get Involved
There are so many ways to support our mission. Whether you have time, resources, or a voice to share, you can help us save lives.