13 hours ago

Hot dog? Keep him cool

It doesn’t seem like that long ago we were writing about winter dog care tips. Thankfully the days have been warm and beautiful.

7 days ago

Volunteer shortage suspends adoptions at local pet rescue

Halfway Home Pet Rescue is temporarily halting its local adoption process due to a shortage of volunteer help.

1 week ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of June 17, 2019

As you may know Gracie , the little black kitten, has been at the vet clinic for the last three weeks. When she arrived at the clinic, she was neurological and the outcome did not look good.

2 weeks ago

Halfway Home Pet Rescue – Spunky

Spunky was at death's door when the Fort Fairfield police brought him to Halfway Home Pet Rescue on Feb 11.

2 weeks ago

Thanks to community for amazing support

All of us at the Central Aroostook Humane Society would like to say a huge thank you to all those two-legged and four-legged supporters who came out to join in the fun at our annual Paws for the Cause Walk that was held on June 1.

3 weeks ago

What to know before adopting a cat

At some point in the majority of the lives of people all across the world, we all long for a pet, a furry friend to help pass the time and make life all the more sweeter.

3 weeks ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary — June 5, 2019

As many of you recall back in November we went into a home where the owner had passed away and removed about 15 cats. We were successful in getting them all however there were a few that were very sick.

4 weeks ago

Why pets rule

Even though “spring” is dragging its heels this year, we at the Central Aroostook Humane Society are getting ready for our annual “Paws for the Cause” Walk.

4 weeks ago

Teaching your dog to ‘sit’

Just a reminder that this Saturday, June 1, will be our annual “Paws for the Cause” Walk that benefits the Central Aroostook Humane Society.

4 weeks ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary — May 29, 2019

We always love it when we get updates on the pets that we have adopted, and it is even better when we get to see them. Just recently we received a visit from Eliot and he looks amazing.

1 month ago

Spay/neuter clinic tends to 154 cats

The Cat Coalition of Western Maine recently held a free spay/neuter clinic for Caribou and the surrounding communities.

1 month ago

Socializing your new kitten

Although the temperatures may not feel “springish,” spring always brings on an overabundance of kittens.

1 month ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of May 12, 2019

There seems to be some misconceptions about animal shelters and animal rescue organizations in general. I was actually shocked that some people think we are in rescue to make a profit.

2 months ago

Cute photos or not?

Most of us scroll through Facebook posts and we all love the photos of various pets and family shots. But recently I saw many photos of kids and dogs and the title was “These Photos Are Not Cute -- They are Dangerous.”

2 months ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of May 1, 2019

In animal rescue you see so many different things, some things break your heart and others make your heart happy. Just when you think you have seen it all, you come across a case that just makes you want to cry.

2 months ago

Getting your cat back in the box

Some owners who are worried about getting bad news from the veterinarian will avoid scheduling an appointment for as long as possible.

2 months ago

When dogs don’t want to share

Resource guarding is an anxiety disorder in which a dog guards items that they deem valuable. Resource guarding can be present in any age dog. However, it generally starts in puppyhood.

2 months ago

The best bunny is a chocolate one

We enjoyed seeing many of you at the Spring Trash and Treasure Show at The Forum last weekend. It’s always nice to hear from those of you who have adopted pets in the past and to learn how they are doing. We love all the happy-ending stories.