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Time to reflect

The new year is a reflective time for those of us who volunteer at the Central Aroostook Humane Society.

Treat your pet

Looking for a fun way to spend some inside quality time with your kids and pets? What better way to keep the kids busy and your pets happy is to make homemade pet treats? These treats are healthy and chances are, you have the ingredients right in your kitchen cabinets.

Pets and the holidays

As the holidays come closer, folks are thinking about what Santa will be bringing children this year. People think of kittens and puppies to give as gifts. But first: Think. This is a lifetime commitment to that pet.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of December 7, 2020

The month of December was supposed to be a huge fundraising effort for The Ark Animal Sanctuary. Once again we find ourselves at a crossroad with this pandemic.

Weird things cats do

Most parents of cats agree that they adore their feline friends because of the weird things cats do.

A faithful supporter

It is with a heavy heart that we learned of the passing of one of our longtime board members. Allen Salo joined our board of directors quite some time ago. He was a past treasurer for the Central Aroostook Humane Society and he brought to the shelter his vast knowledge of financial management.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of November 23, 2020

With another year coming to close we at The Ark are on a fundraising mission. Not knowing what the immediate future holds, and if we are going to go into lock down again, we want to make sure we are in a position to be financially stable.

Pumpkins benefit pets

Pumpkins tend to be a seasonal treat for most of us, finding their way onto our porches, into our pies and lattes and making autumn time festive. However, did you know that pumpkin can also be a tasty and beneficial treat for your pet?

Ark Animal Sanctuary- Week of November 9, 2020

It has always been my belief that every animal born into this world should live a happy healthy life. It should have access to vet care, food and water, shelter and humans to love them. Sadly, this is not always the case and this was certainly not the case for a little tiger kitten whom we have named Claire.

Pets give us purpose

Isn’t it amazing how pets can increase our self-confidence by not passing judgment? It’s been proven that the power of unconditional love is like no other.

Halloween safety for your pets

Halloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. Even with COVID-19 putting an unexpected cramp in most of our lives, there are sure to be the usual ghost, goblins and super hero’s out on the prowl Saturday night.

Morris’ big adventure

Early this summer we told you a story about a cat named Morris. Morris came to the Sanctuary last winter during the coldest months. He was a stray that showed up in someone's yard and she was kind enough to feed him so he never left.

Caring for your new kitten

We have seen so many cats and kittens adopted this summer and fall and are thrilled to have so many around the County opening their homes and hearts to these beautiful little felines. For those first time owners of kittens, there are a few things that would be helpful to know.

Pets have helped people cope during pandemic

It’s pretty safe to say that this pesky pandemic has affected each of our lives. This week would have been our 11th annual Toast to the Animals, but unfortunately that won’t be happening.

Things you can learn from your pet

For those of us who have had the blessing of enjoying pets in our lives, it goes without saying the unconditional love that they provide. Here are a few tips that can make your life more meaningful -- and yes, even healthier!

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of October 5, 2020

I would like to tell you about a sweet little cat named Cupcake. Cupcake was adopted from The Ark just about a year ago. Cupcake has always been a very shy timid cat and we knew she would not be an easy adopt.

Three ‘Blessing of the Animals’ events to take place this weekend

Animal lovers from around the County are invited to flock to have their animal companions blessed outdoors in celebration of Saint Francis of Assisi’s Feast Day, Oct. 4.

Hunting safety tips for dogs

We are excited to be creating a brand-new webpage for the Central Aroostook Humane Society shelter. Our old page was ancient, incorrect and not of use anymore.

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