PARIS — Scooby, a German shepherd mix is available for adoption at Responsible Pet Care at 9 Swallow Road. The 2-year-old is a transfer from Responsible Pet Care’s partner shelter in Puerto Rico. He is a very active dog, loves to be in the company of children, but needs to be the only pet in the […]
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Pets of the Week at FCAS
FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Animal Shelter has announced its Pets of the Week. Dog of the Week James is a senior male Staffordshire terrier mix. He’s a sweet older gentleman looking for someone to spend my days with. James would like to do a meet and greet with your dog to see if we’ll be […]
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Responsible Pet Care's Buttercup seeks a quiet home
PARIS — Buttercup is the featured Pet of the Week at Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills. Buttercup is a 7-year-old calico cutie. She’s a sweet cat that would flourish in the home of an older person who wants the companionship of a cat. A quiet cat, Buttercup, prefers living in a home without dogs. […]
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FCAS announces Pets of the Week
FARMINGTON — Franklin County Animal Shelter is featuring Boomer and Spot as its Pets of the Week. Boomer is a sweet natured senior male Chihuahua/Corgi mix who would love to find a permanent home. He doesn’t seem bothered by much of anything, but he’d like to find a quieter home to spend my days in, […]
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GAHS' available community programs
LEWISTON — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society (formerly known as the Lewiston-Auburn SPCA) was incorporated as a nonprofit volunteer organization in 1885. Their mission says, “We are committed to strengthening our community by supporting humane care of animals and fostering the human-animal bond.” The shelter accepts lost, stray and privately-owned animals. Being a full service shelter […]
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Midcoast Humane to host kitten yoga and Kitten Bowl III
BRUNSWICK — Midcoast Humane has announced upcoming events at the Brunswick campus, 30 Range Road. Kitten Yoga — Midcoast Humane and Jai Yoga team up and invite everyone to an all-smiles event called kitten yoga. Join for an all-levels yoga class featuring an adorable crew of kittens from the shelter. Connect with your inner feline — […]
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Midcoast Humane seeking donations
BRUNSWICK — Midcoast Humane animal shelter depends on donations of supplies to help keep the animals comfortable and healthy while in their care. The shelter is always accepting donations. They will accept a wide variety of items. Animal care supplies • Wet and dry cat and dog food (please donate dye-free brands — call with any questions); […]
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Greater Androscoggin Humane Society accepting donations
LEWISTON — GAHS is in need of many items to help the animals and the staff. Please take a look at the list and consider dropping off whatever you can. Items in need include: kitten and cat food (dry and canned); Iams or Purina puppy food (dry and canned); Iams green bag small bite dog food; […]
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Crossbows could be in play for Maine’s deer hunters
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine’s deer hunters would be able to harvest the animals with crossbows if a proposal from a state legislator is approved. Republican Rep. Tim Theriault of China has submitted a bill that would allow the use of crossbows during the annual deer hunt. The bill specifies that crossbows could be used during […]
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New Hampshire sees surge in conflicts between bears and humans
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire saw a surge in conflicts between bears and humans this past year, as a shortage of food drove the animals to raid bird feeders and garbage dumps more frequently. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Bear Project Leader Andrew Timmins said Monday that there were around 800 reports […]