Pets

11 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary

by Lorraine Monfils    Every day we hear of stories that touch our hearts, make us cry or make us angry. As bad as it sounds these stories bring out the best in us and make us more determined to make a difference. Such is the story of Jack. As most of you are aware Jack was […]

11 years ago

Do you have a nippy cat?

Do you have a nippy cat? ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By P.J. RussellSpecial to The Star-Herald     “Ow! That hurt!” The cat bit me, why did he do that?

11 years ago

MaryEllen

Photo contributed by Robyn Smith    MaryEllen was a throw-away kitten who is currently living at The Halfway Home Pet Rescue Adoption Center along with her very young momma, MaryKate, and her three other siblings. Volunteers at the rescue said that MaryEllen is about 8-9 weeks old now and a very healthy, happy and contented little […]

11 years ago

‘Friends Group’ volunteers needed

‘Friends Group’ volunteers needed ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By Gail WiederBoard Member     Mark your calendar: The Friends Group is planning a car wash Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dead River Co., located at 580 Main St. in Presque Isle. We hope to see a lot of […]

11 years ago

Fireworks and pets don’t mix

Fireworks and pets don’t mix ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By Christine RobinsonSpecial to The Star-Herald     Fireworks can now be enjoyed year-round in Maine. With July 4th peeking around the corner, it is important for us not to forget our furry friends during this season. For many people this time […]

11 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary

by Lorraine Monfils    Over the years we have been very fortunate to be a part of so many rescues. There have been so many happy, wonderful stories and there have been just as many sad and heartbreaking stories. While we know we cannot save every animal we always do our best to make a difference […]

11 years ago

Halfway Pet Home Rescue

    Honey is a honey sweet 5-week-old orphan kitten and volunteers at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue describe her as “happily kissable” to anyone looking her way. “She appears to be guarding her little gray catnip toy, but she is only kidding.

11 years ago

Is your puppy barking in his crate?

Is your puppy barking in his crate? ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society Gloria J. TowleBoard Member     Many an exhausted “pet parent” has experienced a young puppy barking in his crate.

11 years ago

Halfway Home Pet Rescue

Contributed photo    Tea is a 13-year-old spayed female who lives at a Halfway Home Pet Rescue Foster Home. Volunteers describe her as being “very cuddly and loves to be near you whenever possible — she is the perfect, sweet, clean, loveable and well-mannered companion for any size family.” Volunteers also described that, for a 13-year-old […]

11 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary

by Lorraine Monfils    Every day we receive phone calls and questions on the rebuilding process. People want to know if we have started the construction of the new building and when we will open again. This is going to be a long process and will not happen over night.