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Hey everyone, I’m Steve! A fifteen year old senior guy waiting to find my new home to spend my golden years. While I may…

Looking for a fun and simple learning exercise with your dog that will strengthen the bond between you and your pup? The “touch” cue…

Maine Humane (FKA the Maine Federation of Humane Societies) is a state-wide association that brings together professionals and community organizations that focus on companion…

Hey everyone!! My name is Mocha and it is so nice to meet you. Today is National Coffee Day, and what better way to…

Happy first day of fall everyone!! My name is Bluto and it’s so nice to meet you. While I do enjoy the warm summer…


Teaching your dog cues are very useful ways to signal to your dog to perform a specific task or behavior. You may already be…

Hey everyone, it’s Daisy again, and I’m back for a second Pet of the Week! My friends at AWS think I’m so cool that…


For this Foster Friday, we’re highlighting the incredible super team of dog dater’s Francesca and Conor! You may recognize their photos from our social…

Hey all! My name is Aiesha, and it’s so nice to meet you. I’m a resident chinchilla at AWS looking to find my new,…

Our Adoption Center is full, Full, FULL and we need you to adopt, Adopt, ADOPT! So we’re concluding our Summer of Love with a…


Recall, or having your dog come when called, is a useful skill to teach your dog to come to you in any situation. If…

Animals in our community need help every day — whether it’s a safe place to stay, veterinary care or help finding a new home,…

If you’re looking for the right class to strengthen your bond with your dog, as well as learn important everyday manners and skills, then…

Hey everyone! I’m Ollie. A friendly and fun-loving pup looking to find my new best friend. Of course, everybody wants to have a best…

For this Foster Friday, and International Cat Day, we thank our dedicated kitten fosters! These kindhearted folks open up their hearts and homes to…