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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…

Sam Bramstoker’s Favorite Spots to Nap
Hi everyone, my name is Sam Bramstoker and it’s so nice to meet you! As a low-key and easy-going senior cat, one of my…

What’s it like being an AWS ACT?
First off, what is an ACT? It’s an Animal Care Technician, the folks who provide daily care to the pets in our shelter. And…

Freya and Copper on the Scent for a New Home
Hi everyone, my name is Freya and I’m here with my brother Copper! We are a pair of Bloodhounds ready for adoption. We’re excited…

Thank you Abigail!
With delicious tacos and trips down memory lane, today at lunch we said farewell to our dear boss lady. Abigail, thank you for the…

Summer of Fun at AWS: Fostering Flowers
This summer at AWS is all about having fun with our community. Take part in AWS’ summer of fun by fostering flowers, fostering pets…

Why Microchips Are Important For Your Pet
So, you’ve just brought a new family member home, or you’ve had a furry companion for a while now. No matter how long your…

Sharing Some Brotherly Love with Cosmo & Rigs
Hi everyone, we’re Rigs and Cosmo, two super awesome puppers available for adoption at AWS!! We’re sooooo ready to share our brotherly love with…

Join Duke on a Pack Walk
Hey everyone, my name is Duke and it’s so nice to meet you. As a resident dog here at AWS, it’s so great when…

Keeping it Easy with Harmony & Valerie
Hello everyone, my name is Harmony and I’m here with my friend Valerie! We are a loving pair of sisters who are known for…

Thank You Smoke BBQ
WOW! What a great run we had of Smoke N’ Bingo nights, graciously hosted by SMOKE BBQ Kennebunk. Since the first night of Smoke…
