Adoption Stories

Whether your pet’s adoption was a decade ago, or last week, or anytime in between, we’d love to hear an update from you! It makes our day to hear stories of our alums thriving in their homes.

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Happily ever after at home

The staff, volunteers and fosters here at AWS know that each animal’s stay with us is just a small chapter in their life’s journey. While our time together is brief, the pets we care for leave lasting memories. We relish the chance to read the stories showcasing our alumni in the next chapters of their lives. Thank you for sharing your pet’s happily ever story after with us. It means the world to us to know our former residents thriving together with their new families.

These adoption stories and photos warm our hearts and our souls.
Thank you!

Adoption Stories

Check out these adopted pets who are happy at home and thriving together with their families.

  • Gerald now Gerry

    Gerald now Gerry

    Gerry is a laid back love muffin who is a perfect companion for Bobby. He loves to watch birds and squirrels and play soccer. He LOVES chasing balls throughout the […]

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  • Lego

    Lego

    We adopted Lego from Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk, and he’s been the most incredible addition to our family. At 29 pounds, he’s truly larger than life — both in […]

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  • Nutty Buddy now Ekko

    Nutty Buddy now Ekko

    Ekko was shy the first day or so but has started to grow comfortable in our family. He has attached himself to our older cats named Garfield and Odie. He’s […]

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  • Bunny & Nala now Gertrude & Nala

    Bunny & Nala now Gertrude & Nala

    Gertrude is thriving in her new space. She loves anything chicken flavored, cuddles in bed, and her favorite catnip toy. She went from skittish, to the first one to greet […]

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  • Mike aka Prince Michael

    Mike aka Prince Michael

    Mike is a very vocal and playful young man. He loves to be affectionate on his terms. He loves his routines and lets us know if he does not like […]

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  • Lamb

    Lamb

    I rescued Lamb two years ago from AWS. When I first welcomed her into my home she was skittish and anxious. Over time she became more confident around me. Nowadays […]

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