Laura Desmarais started her dog training career as a student of the Animal Behavior College program. In 2020 she spent time job shadowing AWS trainers as a volunteer and within no time, she was teaching classes of her own. Laura earned her certification as a professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) in 2023. She teaches everything from Puppy to AKC Fit Dog classes. When Laura is not working, she is spending time with her husband, son and 3 dogs.
Riddick (and his favorite tennis ball) had a great weekend upta camp. A trip to the lake is a perfect DOG DATE! If you have room in your heart and home (and maybe even your camp!) to give this big loving guy a new home, give us a call! (207) 985-3244
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We love our youngest donors! This sweet girl and her family recently donated a whole stack of homemade cat beds for our resident feline friends to enjoy. It always warms our hearts when children work to make a difference in their community and better the lives of the people (and animals!) around them. From all of us at AWS, thank you!! ❤
Did you know you can take our resident dogs out on dates?! Our Dog Date Program is unique for each dog and gives them time away from the Adoption Center to have a fun outing in the community.
Types of dates can include:
✔️ A Quick Ice-cream Date
✔️ A Half-Day Adventure
✔️ A Leisurely Lunch Date
✔️A Daylong Field Trip
✔️ An overnight sleepover
✔️ A Weekend Getaway
Our Dog Date program runs 7 days a week, though date scheduling is dependent on our dog population at any given time. Here, you can see Kenai enjoyed his ice-cream date with our short-term foster and was so happy afterwards, he took a nap all afternoon!
Sign up to be a dog date foster on our website and help our pups have a fun-filled summer before they find their happy homes!
It`s guinea pigs galore over here! We have so many cute cavies who are looking for their happy new homes. Some are bonded, some are single, but all are full of love and ready to be your new best friend(s)!
What makes guinea pigs such great pets? We`re so glad you asked!
➼ Guinea pigs are herd animals and therefore are known to form tight social bonds. They love not only other pigs, but their human companions as well!
➼ Guinea pigs are known for being gentle and calm and while they have a silly side, they love being cuddled and often show their affection through purring and head nudges.
➼ Guinea pigs love to interact and converse! They communicate through a unique language of wheeks and chirps and will often start talking when their humans enter the room.
➼ Guinea pigs are relatively easy to care for. While every pet requires time, attention and care, cavies are generally clean, healthy, and sturdy animals. They just want your love!
Pons is a dog of many talents. Not only does he prove that you can teach an old dog new tricks, but he was also recently interviewed by the news! Pons is a true gentleman who loves his people, loves the spotlight (clearly), and will bring many smiles and laughter to your home. Plus, you can brag to all your friends that your pup was a star! 🌟
Pons has been patiently waiting for his happy home for quite some time now. You can learn more about him online and see if he may be the perfect pup for you. Help us make Pons` dreams come true!
