TOPSHAM — The Community Spay-Neuter Clinic of Topsham is asking residents of Sagadahoc and Lincoln counties who are feeding, or have knowledge of unowned, barn, feral and stray cats to call the clinic to arrange assistance having them sterilized and vaccinated against rabies. In many cases, the clinic can provide humane trapping, transportation and return. […]
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Rangeley to celebrate dogs, Earth Day at one event
RANGELEY — The Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Rangeley Health and Wellness announce plans for the first Best Dog on Earth Day event, a celebration of dogs and Earth Day, from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 22. The event will kick off at the Rangeley Inn, where participants can register for a 3-mile […]
Affectionate Jack Russell, senior feline are Pets of the Week at FCAS
FARMINGTON — Penny and Abby-the-Cat are Pets of the Week at the Franklin County Animal Shelter. Penny, the Dog of the Week, is a 7-year-old DNA-tested Jack Russell terrier. She is a bundle of energy and love. Penny is a highly intelligent escape artist, so she requires a secure, fenced-in yard and knowledgeable owners. Those […]
Her birthday presents
Ava Pablo of Auburn recently presented the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society with donations from her 10th birthday. Pablo, a student at the East Auburn Community School, asked for donations for the pets in lieu of birthday gifts. Party guests donated pet food, treats, toys, collars and cleaning supplies to help with the care of the […]
Pause for Pets fair to benefit Greater Androscoggin Humane Society
LEWISTON — The next Pause for Pets Craft & Vendor Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 9, at the Ramada Inn. The fair is a fundraiser for the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. There is no cost for admission. There will be 60 local crafters and vendors offering a variety […]
Sweet Mia, walker Gus are Pets of the Week at Franklin County Animal Shelter
FARMINGTON — Gus and Mia are the Pets of the Week at the Franklin County Animal Shelter. Dog of the Week, Augustus Maximus — “Gus” to his friends — is 7 years old and of unknown breed(s). He started his life as a champion marathon runner, unstoppable and fast. His glory years are behind him, but […]
Birthday donations
Madisyn Bernard of Auburn presents the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society with the donations from her ninth birthday on Feb. 27. Bernard, a third grade student at the East Auburn School, asked for donations for the pets in lieu of birthday gifts. Party guests donated pet food, treats, cat litter and cleaning supplies. The shelter is […]
For pets seeking homes
Paige Richard of Leeds presented the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society on March 16 with the donations from her 10th birthday. Richard, a fourth-grade student at Leeds Central School, asked for donations for the pets in lieu of birthday gifts, and guests generously donated pet food, treats and cleaning supplies to help with the care of […]
Helping the animals
Caleb Libby of Auburn presented the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society with donations given to him at his 8th birthday. The second-grader at Sherwood Heights Elementary School, shown with Smudges, donated pet food, treats, pellets and cleaning supplies. The society is at 55 Strawberry Ave. in Lewiston. FMI: 207-783-2311, savingpetsinmaine.org, facebook/GAHumane.
Rangeley to celebrate dogs, Earth Day at one event
RANGELEY — The Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Rangeley Health and Wellness announce plans for the first Best Dog on Earth Day event, a celebration of dogs and Earth Day, from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 22. The event will kick off at the Rangeley Inn, where participants can register for a 3-mile […]