By Christine Cowett RobinsonSpecial to the Aroostook Republican I was at the shelter one day, a potential adopter came in, picked out a dog and filled out the application. While reviewing the application we realized that he had two cats that were not altered and not up to date on shots. After a bit […]
By Christine Cowett RobinsonSpecial to Star-Herald I was at the shelter one day, a potential adopter came in, picked out a dog and filled out the application. While reviewing the application we realized that he had two cats that were not altered and not up to date on shots. After a bit of discussion, […]
by Mary Peabody The Ark Animal Sanctuary is excited about and getting ready for its supper, “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs,” to be held on Saturday, March 20. All proceeds will go to the AAS for care of the animals. It will be held at the Houlton Elks Lodge from 5-9 p.m.
Do you ever feel yourself sitting around on a Saturday morning wondering just what’s missing? Do you ever get that “waiting for the other shoe to drop” feeling? Are you just itching to do something, but don’t know just what it is?
Tips for raising a happy, healthy pet PET BULLETIN ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By Christine Cowett RobinsonSpecial to the Star-Herald We all want a fresh-smelling home, but before you put out that liquid potpourri, consider this: Many liquid potpourris contain essential oils and detergents that can be harmful to […]
Several months ago the ASPCA honored a grant request for the Houlton Humane Society which has allowed us to set up a spay/neuter program where the Shelter will pay the first $50 toward the cost of spaying or neutering your cat. The purpose of this grant is to help reduce the numbers of unwanted […]
Group forms to help pets By Christine Cowett RobinsonSpecial to the Star-Herald Good things are happening. Our newest board member, Hollie Gowan, formed the Friends of the Central Aroostook Humane Society group and the first meeting was last Tuesday. We had a wonderful turnout of animal lovers and shelter supporters attend. The meeting was […]
www.houltonanimalshelter.comBy Heather MillerExecutive Director I see many people on a daily basis at the animal shelter. I see families coming in to see what we have for pets available. I also see owners who need our help with their pets, placing them in new homes. Honestly, I bet on a regular basis, I see 30-40 […]
Contributed photo Alex, a yellow and white Maine Coon looking neutered male is at the Halfway Home foster home.
