Fundraising for new Augusta animal shelter remains $1 million short but donations could fill gap

A new Kennebec Valley Humane Society animal shelter is expected to be ready to open in November.

Skowhegan animal shelter has gone to the dogs — and cats — so push begins for new building

The Somerset Humane Society at 123 Middle Road is aging, cramped and no longer suitable for its operations, so with an infusion of money from the Somerset County Commissioners, the society is pushing for a replacement facility.

Rescued beagles finding new homes, doing well in Maine

Interest in adopting the 100 dogs, who are among 4,000 saved from a Virginia facility, is high but shelters say the process takes time.

The beagles have landed: 100 rescued dogs headed to new homes in Maine

The dogs are among 4,000 saved from a Virginia facility that planned to sell them to animal testing labs.

Animals from York County seizure now up for adoption

Dozens of animals were removed from a home in Alfred that had been seeking permission to open a shelter.

How to get fostering

Some Litchfield residents ask for Town Meeting vote on future of local animal shelter

The select board has yet to decide if they will provide an option on the warrant to use the Kennebec Valley Humane Society as an alternative to the town's shelter.

Greater Androscoggin Humane Society gets new director

Dog of the Week candidate for emotional support animal

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