Pets
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2021
Waterville animal shelter reopens after ill animals, overcrowding force closure
The Humane Society Waterville Area at 100 Webb Road is searching for a new executive director as it works to stabilize operations.
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PublishedAugust 1, 2021
The Maine Millennial: Home is where the rescue dogs are
We’re up to three, now that my mom has happily surprised us by adding Rocky and Kingsley to the family.
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PublishedJune 27, 2021
Adopt a cat month brings awareness to furry friends in shelters
American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, celebrates Adopt-A-Cat Month each June.
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PublishedJune 6, 2021
Maine Observer: Granny and Harold, two old birds
An angry and misbehaved pet found peace when he found the right home.
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PublishedMay 30, 2021
The Maine Millennial: Doing the work in post-COVID dog days
People rushed to adopt dogs during the early days of the pandemic, but making a pet part of your life is a long-term process.
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PublishedApril 25, 2021
Bed-and-biscuit: At Paws Inn in Bethel, pets and their humans are welcome
Carolyn Bailey, owner of Paws Inn, is dedicated to offering guests and their pets a bed-and-breakfast experience.
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PublishedJanuary 12, 2021
Cat reunited with owner in Phippsburg after 5 years missing
“... he was meowing so loud and frantically, it was like he was screaming for me to come back,” Kendra Armstrong said of her cat.
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PublishedSeptember 13, 2020
Vegan Kitchen: A decade on, Melanie Joy’s book on carnism still casts a big shadow
'Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: An Introduction to Carnism' has been updated, and it's as relevant as ever.
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PublishedJuly 12, 2020
The Maine Millennial: Danger lurks off the leash
A few dog owners who overestimate their abilities at voice control can really ruin a peaceful escape into the Maine woods.
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PublishedMay 31, 2020
The Maine Millennial: Sobriety doesn’t get easier with time
An anniversary is something to celebrate, but the struggle continues.