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Daisy and Her Tricks
Hey everyone, my name is Daisy and it’s so nice to meet you! I’m a resident pup at AWS waiting to blossom into a…
Where to Train Your Dog in Southern Maine
There’s lots of things to consider when searching for a place to train your dog: methods, preferences (both yours and your pups), schedule, cost,…
Groovy Pet of the Week: Join Maggie at Woofstock
Hey everybody, my name is Maggie. It’s so great to meet you! I can’t believe that Woofstock THIS week. I’m grateful to be chosen…
Woofstock Volunteer Spotlight
With Woofstock nearly a week away, we’d like to highlight the many folks who make Woofstock possible! From morning set up to afternoon breaking…
All About Woofstock
Get the details here! Learn all about Woofstock, Southern Maine’s family-friendly, dog-friendly food and beer festival. Join us Saturday, July 26 from 11 am…
Work Your Dog’s Nose: How to Play the ‘Find It’ Game
You may already know that your dog’s nose is stronger than yours. But did you know that working your dog’s nose is one of…
Groovy Pet of the Week: White Rabbits
Hey everybody! I’m Fluff, one of four resident white rabbits at AWS. While everyone is preparing for Woofstock, I’ve been hopping around thinking about…
Trick Training: No Magic Needed
Learning fun tricks with your pup doesn’t take magic. Like any other training, trick training takes practice, communication and of course, treats. It is…
Groovy Pet of the Week: Bruno
Hey everyone, my name is Bruno and it’s great to meet you! I’m excited to share with you that I’m this week’s groovy Pet…
What To Do If Your Pet Is Lost
If your pet has gone missing, it can be a stressful and challenging time for anyone. As a community resource, AWS provides a safe…
Fireworks Safety for Pets
With the Fourth of July upon us and a summer of fun outdoor activities ahead, it’s time to think about fireworks. Here are some…
Baxter & Doc: A Confident and Calm Duo
Hey everyone, my name is Baxter and I’m here with my friend Doc! We’re a pair of brother cats at AWS who are looking…
Celebrate National Food Truck Day with Woofstock Food Trucks!
So you’ve gone through the beer garden at Woofstock and now you’re looking for a bite to eat – guess what? You’re in luck!…
Nate’s Great Search for a Home
Hello everyone, my name is Nate and it’s great to meet you! As an older cat, I’ve got a pretty good sense of what…
Hit the Road with Jake
Hi everyone, I’m Jake and it’s so nice to meet you!! When I first got to AWS, I wasn’t feeling well and I was…
The Three Types of Dog Walks
Learning how to walk on and off leash can be very challenging for our dogs and frustrating for both parties! Walks are one of…
Summer of Fun at AWS: Foster a Pet
Foster a pet this summer! We are looking to add 25 new foster homes to our AWS family by July 4! Why foster a…
Breakfast with Gerbils
Meet the Breakfast Gerbils These twelve lil gerbils are available for adoption at AWS. We have 7 females and 5 males. They are paired…