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Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of August 12, 2022

Every once in a while you meet someone who touches your heart. In April, we were approached by a very kind gentleman who was very worried about two very young cats who were born on his property. Their mother had disappeared and the brother and sister were left to fend for themselves. They were under a year old and he did not want the same fate to fall on them as it did with their mom.

Pet Talk – Week of August 10, 2022

I met Ellen Cotton after we both moved back to Houlton from the southern part of Maine. She visited the shelter often after I was employed as a manager in 2016.

Forbidden foods

Forbidden foods for our four-legged friends are many and can be very dangerous if ingested. Sometimes, we give our pets leftovers or what we consider treats. According to many sources, some human foods can make an animal very sick, and in certain cases can even be lethal.

Cool cats

The summer heat has finally arrived in Aroostook County. Most of us love it, though some of us, not so much. When the temps and humidity start rising, it can be a concern, not only for people but for our pets as well.

Pets and the pandemic

Most of us have had just about enough of hearing about COVID-19 and the different variants that are popping up, but unfortunately, this pesky virus is still around. It’s important to know a few warning signs and tips if you think you or your furry family members are affected with this illness.

When storms are brewing

Here in Aroostook County we have experienced a pretty nice summer so far. Although we had record rainfall for June, we haven’t seen too many storms, but it doesn’t hurt to know some handy tips when the skies darken and the rolling thunder begins.

Ark Animal Sanctuary Week of July 13, 2022

Every cat that passes through our doors has a story, some happy, some sad. In this article we want to share Bluebell’s story with you. Bluebell came in as a very pregnant stray. She had been living under someone’s porch.

Adopting an older dog

Why would anyone want to adopt an adult rescue or shelter dog? Who wants someone else’s problems? If the dog is wonderful, why give him away? Or you may hear, “I’m getting a puppy. That way I know what I am getting, and they’re so cute.”

Missing Kitty?

There seems to be such a large number of cats that we are seeing on our Facebook page that are lost, have wandered away from home or snuck out when having the chance. Some of these kitties are indoor cats, so the thought of them outside possibly for the first time is very scary.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of June 22, 2022

The past two-and-a-half years have been one of our biggest challenges. The pandemic was not something any of us were prepared for. We had to figure out new ways to raise money, keep our volunteers safe and healthy by following the necessary protocols and still rescue animals.

Adopt a cat in June

June is generally a month that also marks the height of “kitten season,” when large litters of kittens are born and often end up in animal shelters. Luckily, here at the Central Aroostook Humane Society, we have seen a dramatic drop in the cat population over the past five years, mostly due to our spay and neuter program.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of June 8, 2022

Recently we took in a cat named Joe. He is a very sweet cat with a multitude of problems. He was rescued from the streets here in town, but Joe turned out to be a very sick kitty and was surrendered to The Ark because the resources were not there to help him.

Summer tips and great news

After almost three long years of having all of our fundraisers “on hold” because of COVID-19, the board of directors of the Central Aroostook Humane Society is happy to announce that our very popular “Toast to the Animals” is back on our schedule.

Kids and common sense

If you're a parent and your child is old enough to talk, chances are you've heard the phrase, "Can we get a (cat? dog? hamster?) Please, please, I promise to take care of it.” To say that you feel pressure to ‘give in’ would be an understatement.

Safe home, happy pet

One addition to last week’s “Kindness abounds” story on the generosity of local area youth: Just last week, 11-year-old Michaela stopped by the shelter armed with bags of dog and cat food and special treats.

Caribou High School student finding passion for animals through volunteer work

When 14-year-old Isaiah Belyea of Caribou began volunteering for Halfway Home Pet Rescue three years ago, he never imagined that his love for animals would quickly turn into a budding career.

Kindness abounds

A big shout out to Carter Cyr of Sinclair. This kind and compassionate 12-year-old boy started his own business in the Long Lake area and donated a portion of his proceeds to the shelter.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of April 27, 2022

About a month ago, we took in a cat who had taken up residence in someone’s yard. We were contacted and agreed to take the cat. She was live-trapped and brought to The Ark. When we took her out of the trap her belly was very large and round. We knew immediately she was pregnant.

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