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TIP: A Fear-Free Holiday
Amidst the festive cheer, good food, and hustle and bustle that the holiday season brings, your dog might be secretly wishing for a quiet…
The Best of Both Worlds
Snowball: Hi there! My name is Snowball and I’ve been chosen by my friends here to be the spokesperson for this special Pet of…
Treat Retreat for Fearful Dogs
Do you have a fearful or shy dog? Many pups experience fear when introduced to new people, places, or situations, and it can be…
What are Reindeer Games?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We love the holiday season for its festivities, fun, and good feelings, but there’s another reason…
2023 Winner
Congrats to Team #awscat! This year’s Giving Tuesday competition centered around the question who is the Coziest Companion: Cats or Canines? After a fierce…
A Grateful Daisy
Hi there! My name is Daisy and I’m a 5-year-old pup who has been looking for my happy new home here at AWS. My…
Shelter Dog Learning
Whether they are ready for adoption or still working on their manners, we make sure that the eligible canines in our care (shelter dogs)…
Animal Shelter Appreciation Week 2023
Happy Animal Shelter Appreciation Week 2023! Each year during the first full week of November, The Humane Society of the United States (The HSUS)…
Senior Pets Rule
November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, so we’re here to tell you that senior pets rule! Learn why older animals make some…
Hiking With Dogs
When’s the best time to go hiking with dogs? How about now! The weather is cooling down and there’s a crispness in the air.…
Disaster Preparedness Month: A Buddy & A Backpack
Pets are more than just animals; they’re important members of our families! September is National Preparedness Month, sponsored annually by FEMA. You can learn…
Thank you!
Wow! We are so grateful to operate in such an amazing community! Last night, the Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce presented their annual Drive to…
Gentle Leader
If you’re a pet parent, odds are you’ve probably heard the term ‘gentle leader’ before. But what exactly is this training tool? How does…
Luna and Diane
On Fridays, we highlight our amazing foster families who do so much for our pets. This week, we thank Diane, who is currently fostering…