LEWISTON —  The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society will open its doors for an open house from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at 55 Strawberry Ave.

Santa will also be at the shelter for “Pet photos with Santa.”

There are many ways to help the shelter: residents can attend the open house event, offer a donation of needed supplies; spread the word about responsible pet ownership, volunteer time at the shelter or at one of the shelter’s special events; report animal cruelty and neglect in the community; or choose the next pet from among the animals being cared for at the Humane Society.

The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society provides a safe haven for more than 4,500 sick, homeless and abused animals in the greater Androscoggin area per year. The primary support for the shelter comes from fundraising events and donations of concerned citizens.

FMI: 207-783-2311, www.SavingPetsInMaine.org, www.facebook/GAHumane.