Pets

10 months ago

10 commandments of dog ownership

We hope you are all staying cool in this hot and steamy weather. And we can’t stress enough the importance of being careful when leaving your pets out in the heat for any amount of time.

10 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Mischief

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Mischief, a tuxedo cat who never met a person he didn’t like. He is very talkative, initiates many conversations and greets people.

10 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Kiki

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Kiki. This 10-year-old green-eyed beauty is gentle and stunning. Her most striking feature? A pair of dazzling green eyes that seem to look right into your heart.

10 months ago

A shelter cat’s life

It is rare that we have an overabundance of “empty” cat cages, but we have thankfully seen a decline in the number of cats coming through our doors. 

11 months ago

Why losing a pet hurts so much

A pet owner’s worst fear is losing their beloved companion. For those of us who have experienced this loss, there is usually a heartfelt story to share about a cherished dog or cat’s passing. 

11 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Gene

PAWS of Fort Kent introduces Gene, the sweetheart in stripes. This handsome brown and gray tiger kitty was quite shy at first but his quiet confidence is growing.

11 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Nimbus

If you’re dreaming of a gentle companion who will bring a calm and cozy presence to your home, Nimbus is the perfect match. With his soft gray fur and soulful eyes, this charming kitty is as peaceful as his name suggests.

11 months ago

Cool cats

A huge shout out to all those spectators and participants who came out for the pet show during the Maine Potato Blossom Festival this past week. 

11 months ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary Week of July 23, 2025

Recently we took in an injured male cat. He was not neutered and his fur was matted and dirty. His front leg had an open wound that was badly infected. He was in desperate need of medical care.