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Pet Talk – Week of April 1, 2020

In the past, the Houlton Humane Society has received calls from people ranging from asking for medical advice, wanting emergency medical care for their pet, reporting a stray domestic animal wandering around their neighborhood, and reporting cases of animal abuse.

Is it kitten time?

Bringing a new kitten into your home is exciting, whether this is your first or another addition. Your kitten will be entirely reliant on you to ease his/her transition to a new home.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of March 23, 2020

Many of you have been following Luke's story on our Facebook page. Luke came to the Ark last July with his sister Lydia at 8 weeks old. Both Luke and Lydia were in really bad shape with untreated upper respiratory infection.

A friend for life

At the Houlton Humane Society, we take adopting the cats and dogs in our charge very seriously.

The science of dog happiness

What do we really know about making our dogs content? Why do we need science to make our dogs happy?

Your cat needs attention?

My little brown tiger kitty, Willie, seems to be getting more vocal the older he gets. It’s almost like he is sassing us to get up, sassing to fill his food bowl “quickly,” sassing to go out (he is an indoor kitty) and sassing for no apparent reason.

Pet Talk – Week of March 2, 2020

It has been a while since the Houlton Humane Society has submitted an article to Pet Talk.

Paws off politics

It’s official: people would rather see pets on social media. It certainly didn’t surprise me when I read that most people prefer to see photos of their friends’ pets on social media -- even more than pics of food and kids.

Helping the animals

Recently we had a young man attend one of our board meetings to express an interest in helping the animals.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of February 10, 2020

Last week, we received a phone call about a cat that was in desperate need of help. The young lady said she found a cat that was very skinny and crying and that there was blood in the snow.

Remember, cats are not dogs

We think a cat can make for the best pet in the world. To truly love a cat, you must learn to accept them for what they are -- unpredictable and quirky, which is something unique and unlike any other pet.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue pet of the week – Libby and Molly

Libby (left) is a 6-month-old spayed and declawed cat with a very loving attitude living at a Halfway Home Pet Rescue foster home.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of January 27, 2020

Often times I get asked how The Ark is doing and if we are really making a difference. The Ark is doing quite well and even though we know there will continue to be people who turn a blind eye to neutering and spaying their pets.

Responsible pet ownership

The wonderful Central Aroostook Humane Society employees see day in and day out in their work how pet ownership enhances the lives of so many people. They believe pets are good for people.

Teach your dog to walk, not pull

We all have that friend, relative, or rival who walks their dog with expert leash-wielding skills. They aren’t being pulled down the block, tied 'round trees, or tangled up with the friendly neighbor dog that’s also out for an afternoon stroll.

Halfway Home Pet Rescue pet of the week Helen Keller

Helen Keller is a lovely 5-year old, spayed female Maine Coon mix who has been blind since birth. She is sweet and loving and has no behavior problems, but she does need a quiet home without a lot of constant activity.

HHPR Pets of the Week – Smokey and Jewel

Smokey and Jewel (Julie) are 10-year old siblings living at a Halfway Home Pet Rescue foster home.

Are my cats playing or fighting?

“Are my cats playing or fighting?” This is a common question asked by cat owners.

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