On Nov. 11, we expected a normal day. But we were wrong in so many ways. The state animal welfare called and they were in the process of seizing several animals from a neglect case in Houlton. We were told there were several poodles, a rabbit and two chickens. At first, like always, we went into panic mode. Where are we putting them? How many are coming? What to do first?
We are excited — 2014 has started out great! In the month of January we saw many dogs and cats find warm, loving homes to call their own!
Everyday we hear so many sad stories about animals sometimes we just need to hear a happy story to remind us how important the work we do is. I am sure that most of you are familiar with the two rottweilers — Bleu and Wolf — with hip dysplasia. They have been in the care of The Ark for almost a year now living with foster parents. The boys have been unable to find a permanent home because of their medical issues. The boys were purchased from a back yard breeder and the circumstance of their beginning is not completely clear. Long story short these two wonderful dogs were dealt a bad hand in life, not by choice, but because the breeder was irresponsible and breeding dogs with health issues.
Well, if you haven’t, you’re late. That is, if you have not licensed your animals by now, you are in violation of the state’s laws. Oh no! What to do? Don’t worry, I don’t think there will be anyone who would be knocking on your door yet.
Celebrate World Spay Day By Liz FarleyBoard of Directors Tuesday, Feb. 25, will be the 20th year in which communities from every corner of our planet will celebrate World Spay Day. This event is officially held the last Tuesday of February every year but events and activities are held throughout the entire month to promote […]
Contributed photo Recent weather spikes have left Halfway Home Pet Rescue volunteers rather confused — they thought that the 2013 kitten season was finally over, but three feral kittens suggest otherwise. They were brought to HHPR as the youngest members of a Cross Lake feral cat colony, and volunteers say that the kittens are still […]
Time is running out for dog owners to get their pets licensed without incurring a penalty.
Friday is the final day to renew a dog license to avoid a $25 late fee, according to Houlton Town Clerk Cathy O’Leary.
Moses Margo Volunteers at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue have named them Moses (white) and Margo (torti) and they are very clean, sweet and loving. Moses is an approximately 1- to 2-year-old neutered male and Margo is probably a little younger, but she’s not yet spayed so far as volunteers could discern. “They […]
Aid sought for abandoned dogs’ vet bills By Kathy McCartyStaff Writer PRESQUE ISLE — Officials with the Central Aroostook Humane Society are asking for the public’s help in covering veterinary bills for two abandoned dogs, recovered from a home in Ashland about two weeks ago.
Grieving the loss of a pet different for everyone By Nancy G. NicholsBoard Member My first article was called “Owning an older dog.” I had written about keeping up with your responsibilities as a pet owner when your dog gets old. The puppy days do end and the responsibilities do grow, especially if your […]
