What to know and how to get involved in animal rescue efforts

Animals from York County seizure now up for adoption

Dozens of animals were removed from a home in Alfred that had been seeking permission to open a shelter.

More pet owners giving up animals for adoption amid housing shortage

Finding apartments that accept pets is especially difficult in the current tight market, forcing owners to make hard choices.

Maine’s animal welfare and protection laws again rank first in nation

The state has earned the top spot because lawmakers have led the way in passing important animal protection measures, according to the Animal Legal Defense Fund.

Local shelters take in animals from areas impacted by Hurricane Ida

Greater Androscoggin Humane Society and Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland took in a total of 25 dogs and cats from shelters in hard-hit areas of Louisiana through the non-profit organization Wings of Rescue.

Neglected animals held in pandemic limbo slowly move toward adoption

The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland finally got custody of 15 dogs and other animals seized by the state in March, but dozens more can't be released until courts resume hearings in cruelty cases.

An inspirational tail: Maine collie goes from animal cruelty seizure to the Puppy Bowl

Duncan was one of more than 130 animals seized from a business in Solon in July.