Pets

8 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – week of January 24, 2018

In animal rescue there are good days and bad days. There are stories that make you laugh and those that break your heart and make you cry. Every animal that we come in contact with touches our hearts and even though many don’t survive, you know you did your best.

8 years ago

Mr. and Mrs. Puss looking to stay together

Mr. Puss Puss and Mrs. Patience Puss are a bonded pair at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue in Caribou. They have raised a series of kittens, which have been all adopted into good homes.

8 years ago

So … you have a new puppy

You’ve brought a new puppy into your home — congratulations. Now comes your first dog training challenge: house training.

8 years ago

Why do cats like boxes?

Those empty boxes may be trash (or recycling) to you, but your cat can’t get enough of them. What’s up with Kitty’s affinity for cardboard castles?

8 years ago

HHPR Pet of the week (week of January 10, 2018)

Blaine is an approximately 2-1/2-year-old spayed female living at the Halfway Home Adoption Center. She had a lot of medical issues when she first came to HHPR, but is a very loving, affectionate kitty now that she is feeling better.

8 years ago

Cold weather pet safety tips

As I sit at my kitchen table looking out at the -4 degree temperature and the wind chill is 30 below, I shudder.