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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…
Celebrate American Craft Beer Week with Woofstock Breweries!
It’s American Craft Beer Week and we’re here to remind you that Woofstock is a great opportunity to try some of Maine’s best craft…
AWS Executive Director to Step Down
Dear friends and supporters, On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of Animal Welfare Society, I wanted to share with you that Abigail…
Take a Bet on Black Jack
Hi everyone, my name is Black Jack and it’s so nice to meet you! I’m here at AWS waiting for my new family to…
Why Guinea Pigs Are Great
Hi everyone, my name is Porky and I’m here with my friends Pumpkin and Ginger. We’re a trio of bonded guinea pigs here at…
Mother Daughter Duo
We’re kicking off our Volunteer Spotlight with a mother daughter duo: Meira & Sicily! These two have been volunteering at AWS for nearly a…
May We Hop into Your Heart?
If you woke up this morning saying “rabbit-rabbit-rabbit” for good luck, then we have the perfect good luck charms for you to meet! Our…
Walk the Trails with Eddie
Hi everyone, my name is Eddie and it’s so nice to meet you! With all of the nice weather we’ve been having lately, I’ve…
You Know You’re a Dog Person When…
At AWS’s Canine Training program, you learn fast that there are people who like dogs, and then there are dog people. Dog people know…