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Pet tips for the holidays

We had a great turnout for Pictures with Santa Paws. It is always wonderful to see the many families arrive to create a lasting memory with their special pet.

Losing a pet hurts

Don’t forget that this Saturday, Nov. 30, at the Central Aroostook Humane Society, Santa will be arriving to have photos taken. Bring the family and your furry family member to create some special memories this holiday season. Photo hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and light refreshments will be served.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue pet of the week Minnie Moose

Minnie Moose is a large, spayed female tiger cat living at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue waiting for her new companion.

Top training tips for dogs

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 30 -- Santa Paws will visit from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Aroostook Humane Society to have special pictures taken.

No fat cats

Is your cat a little on the “heavy” side? Would Kitty be a good candidate for winning the “Fattest Cat Contest”? Not only would it hurt Kitty’s feelings, it’s just plain unhealthy to be a fat feline. The pressure and stress of Kitty’s extra weight on her bones, muscles and internal organs could actually shorten her life span.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue Adoption Center pet of the week – Jamie

Meet Jamie. This beautiful and loving 2-year old spayed female cat is living at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue in Caribou. She has had all her medical completed and is ready for a loving, but quiet home.

Hunting safely with your dog

One Sunday morning, relaxing with my coffee, I mentioned to my husband that I had to come up with a new article, maybe something for this time of year. My husband suggested I do an article on hunting safety tips for dogs. What a great idea.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue — Mugsy

Halfway Home Pet Rescue presents Mugsy as the Pet of the Week.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of November 4, 2019

I want to tell you about a sweet black cat named Lydia. If you read our articles or follow our Facebook page, then this name may sound familiar to you. Lydia came in with her brother Luke as tiny kittens this past summer and both were in deplorable shape.

Grateful for Toast support

We are thrilled to announce that our 10th annual Toast to the Animals was a smashing success and an amazing fundraiser for the Central Aroostook Humane Society. We experienced a tremendous amount of community support for this event.

Pets and Halloween

We will have an update in next week’s article on our popular Toast to the Animals that just took place Saturday night (Oct. 19).

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of October 21, 2019

At the Ark there is a cat named Luther. He is a big black cat who also happens to be very feral. Luther has been with us for a few years and came in with a few other cats that we took from a feral cat colony.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue – Samantha and Missy

These two elderly sisters, Samantha and Missy, came to Halfway Home Pet Rescue because their owner, due to serious health issues, could no longer keep them.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of October 2, 2019

I have thought a lot about the article that you are about to read to ensure I pick the right words and to try not to judge people. While I realize we are human and everyone makes mistakes, I also realize that every day we make decisions that can change the course of someone's life.

Tips for a happy indoor cat

We have had indoor cats for close to 17 years. Even though we lost our sweet Annie back in March, Willie is still going strong and continues to be an indoor cat.

Save the date to toast the animals

We are getting excited and we’ve set the date. The Presque Isle Inn and Convention Center has teamed up with the Central Aroostook Humane Society once again to put on the 10th Annual Toast to the Animals, our beer and wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser.

Toxic algae and your pet

We would like to thank everyone who stopped by our booth last weekend at the Trash & Treasure Show at The Forum. It is always wonderful to visit with folks who have adopted their pet from us and hear the happy ending stories that they love to share.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of September 16, 2019

Every animal that passes through our door has a story. Many are heartbreaking and all are sad. Surrendered because they are no longer wanted or because the family is moving. Some surrender them because they have had a baby, while others just drop them off on the road side somewhere.

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