Trap, neuter and release programs are trying to keep up with growing feline colonies, while shelters are nearing or at capacity for cats and kittens.
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Cheeto joins investigation team at Office of State Fire Marshal
Animal Tales: A yellow Labrador retriever, Cheeto, 2, joined the office earlier this month, teaming up with Investigator Andrew Whitney.
Animal Tales: At Furry Glen Farm, bird is the word
Christine Keough’s facility in Hebron is a loving family home — and unofficial rescue shelter — open to feathery friends awaiting the right owner.
Farm in Sidney leads the way in chinchilla education worldwide
Maine Chinchilla Ranch and Shelter provides information for pet owners, veterinarians and scientists from France, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and elsewhere.
Animal Tales: Back home for the holidays
After seven weeks on the streets, an Auburn cat gets reunited with her family.
Maine service dogs win national honors, to appear on Hallmark Channel
Aura and Dolly will compete with five others for the top dog title. Maine is the only state with two finalists.
Two service dogs from Maine in national spotlight
Dolly Pawton and Aura are both semifinalists for a hero dog award.
Animal Tales: Pets must deal with having owners home
Endless games of fetch. Popping in on Zoom classes. Annoying kids being annoying. It’s a dog’s (and cat’s and lizard’s) life when the family is home all day, every day.
Animal Tales: Pets must deal with having owners home
Endless games of fetch. Popping in on Zoom classes. Annoying kids being annoying. It’s a dog’s (and cat’s and lizard’s) life when the family is home all day, every day.
Animal Tales: Lewiston woman keeps pets in style
Allyson Beaule’s handmade bandannas are proving pupular, thanks in part to her very good model.