Halfway Home Pet Rescue will hold a series of affordable cat spay and neuter clinics this fall to help address the overpopulation of cats in central Aroostook County.
With clinics scheduled in September, October and November, HHPR is committed to helping the community’s most vulnerable, both feline and human.
The clinics are part of the rescue’s ongoing mission to rescue, rehabilitate and reduce suffering among cats and kittens in the region. The need for accessible veterinary services is greater than ever, particularly in rural areas where veterinary services are often limited.
By offering these monthly clinics, the rescue ensures that those with limited income, transportation or access to traditional vet care can still provide essential medical treatment for their pets.
“We understand how overwhelming it can be for people trying to do the right thing when resources are limited,” said Candace Madill, Halfway Home Pet Rescue president. “Our goal is to prevent unwanted litters and improve the health of both pets and the community.”
In addition to helping owned pets, the clinics are a lifeline for those managing stray and feral colonies, offering an opportunity to humanely reduce their numbers. Each clinic will be held at the rescue at 40 Broadway Avenue in Caribou, where volunteers and local partners work hard to make each event safe, efficient and compassionate.
Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Upcoming clinics are scheduled for Sept. 12, 13 and 14 as well as October 3, 4 and 5 and Nov. 7, 8 and 9.
Those interested should visit the Halfway Home Pet Rescue website and click on the Clinics tab for full details or to reserve a spot. Finalized clinic dates and updates will be posted on the rescue’s Facebook page at facebook.com/HalfwayHomePetRescue.
HHPR always needs volunteers on clinic days, along with supplies like towels or blankets, cat carriers and cleaning products. Monetary donations help cover the cost of surgical supplies, medications and ongoing rescue efforts. Community members can also sponsor a cat, helping to cover the cost of a spay or neuter procedure for a pet in need.
Every contribution — big or small — makes a direct impact on animal welfare in the region, Madill said.
“We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to veterinarian Dr. [Yesenia] Stone and her dedicated crew, who travel from Topsham to support this life-changing program,” she said. “Their compassion, skill, and commitment make these clinics possible and are deeply appreciated by the HHPR team and the entire community.”
