Not just labs, but German shepherds, cocker spaniels, St. Bernards and puggles are all adored and photographed by their Maine owners.
Animals
Eighteen goats rescued from dilapidated barn in Aroostook County
Animal welfare workers say the goats, some of which were 8 to 10 years old, had never been outdoors.
Labrador retriever could fetch a state honor
Legislation proposing the Lab as Maine’s state canine goes to a committee hearing Feb. 11 – amid ardent discussions.
Turtles stranded in Mass., rehabbed and released off Louisiana coast
More than a thousand young turtles were ‘cold-stunned’ by frigid water temperatures late last year.
Cat hit by car, given up for dead, crawls from grave
Bart underwent surgery for multiple injuries on Tuesday and is expected to recover in about six weeks.
Glimmer of hope in battle to save bats from deadly fungus
The insect-devouring mammals may be developing resistance to white-nose syndrome.
Officials begin testing mystery gunk linked to West Coast bird deaths
The goo covers their feathers, and the birds lose their ability to insulate themselves. They eventually freeze to death.
Dolphin activist sees his life’s work gain traction
The former ‘Flipper’ trainer says he feels validated as governments and attractions take action.
Jackman postal worker rescues two horses
The loose horses were found on U.S. Route 201, but she corralled them before they became a hazard to traffic.
Snow-covered snout in Alaska leads to avalanche-buried moose
The animal ran off after being rescued by three men near Hatcher Pass.