News and Events
Rabies Clinic this Saturday at the Shelter
A few weeks ago a stray cat from Lewiston tested positive for Rabies, this cat did bite someone. A rabid skunk chase one of our volunteers while walking her two dogs, the dogs were attacked by the skunk. You may think that your animals are safe without being vaccinated because they stay indoors or in your yard, but that may not be the case.
To help prevent this deadly disease the shelter is hosting a Rabies Clinic this Saturday, July 31st from 9 am to 11 am. Opened to cats and dogs over 3 months of age. Donation accepted.
5th Annual Flash Back Sock Hop August 7th
The Fifth Annual Flash Back Sock Hop to benefit the Humane Soceity
Saturday, August 7th
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Tabers Likeside Stand
Lake Shore Dr., Auburn
Dog Walk
Date: Saturday, September 25th
Location: Simard-Payne Police Memorial Park
Time: 9am-12noon
More info and sign up sheets to follow
Raffle Winners Announced!
Congratulations to the winners!!
Thank you, you helped us raise over $10,000 to help the communities homeless animals..
You are the best!!
Grand Prize winner of $500 cash is Lousie Bolduc of Turner.
2nd Place winner of $300 cash is Sharon Brown of Livermore.
3rd Place winner of $200 cash Wayne Milliken of Poland.
4th Place winner of $100 cash is Judy Nason of Turner.
Dog Park Opening
People have been asking and we have the answer for you. The Dog Park was supposed to open this past spring, but Mother Nature didn't cooperate so we are about a month behind. We are happy to say the Park will be opening Tuesday, July 20th. Links to the park rules will be posted as soon as we get them online.
Dr. Stephen Kinney's Low Income Spay Neuter Clinics for Cats and Rabbits
Female Cats $55
Male Cats $25
Male and Female Rabbits $55.00
Rabies shot for Cats $10
Friday, July 9 - Making appointments NOW
Monday, August 9 - Making apointments July 9
Call 783-2311 for more information
There will be a drawing at each clinic for 1 free spay & 1 free neuter
Shelter Animal Postage Stamp
New postage Stamp.. It won't be long before the new Shelter Animal Postage Stamp will be available for purchase. There are things going around the internet stating that different national animal organizations are making money off from the stamp. So I did some checking and the 44 cents is going directly to the US post...al Service and not going to any organization. What we are getting out of it is the message of need for all the homeless animals in the shelters. So I hope everyone will join us and spread that word on every envelope you send out. Plus Halo will be donating 1 million meals to shelter animals around the country.
In need of FOSTER FAMILIES!!
We are currently looking for foster parents! Kitten season has just begun! We are always looking for families to foster pregnant moms, motherless newborns, single kittens, and moms with newborn kittens. The foster program is a lot of work but is very rewarding in the end. If you are interested in becoming a foster parent please stop by the shelter and ask for Zach or email the shelter at foster@gahumane.org, we look forward to hearing from you!!!
We are in desperate need of cat litter!
Our litter bins are running low! We are in desperate need of clay cat litter! If you can donate a bag of litter the cat's will greatly appreciate it!
You can now follow us on Twitter and Facebook!!
You can now follow us on Twitter and Facebook. It’s a great way to find out what is happening at the shelter. Follow the links on the bottom left and join the Humane Society as we continue to grow.
Senior Pets for Seniors Program
PRESS RELEASE
For immediate release: For more information:
HUMANE SOCIETY ANNOUNCES FREE ADOPTION PROGRAM FOR SENIORS
AUBURN, MAINE – Steven Dostie, Shelter Director at the Greater Androscoggin Humane
Society announces the Special Pets for Seniors Program. Available to any senior citizen age 55 and
over, the program allows the opportunity for a senior to receive the love and companionship of a fuzzy
friend at no cost to the senior adoptor. A “Special Pet” is an animal over 5 years old who is in good health and who came to the Humane Society already spayed or neutered.
In addition to a new best friend, the program includes all medical tests, vaccinations, an identification tag,a free veterinary exam and more. The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society provides a safe haven for over 5,000 sick, homeless and abused animals in the greater Androscoggin area per year. The primary support for the shelter comes from fundraising events and donations of concerned citizens.
The Humane Society is located at 55 Strawberry Avenue in Lewiston. If you are interested in learning more about volunteering at the shelter or adopting an animal call 783-2311.
Transfer Puppies!
We have started to transfer puppies from the south states and Ohio for a few reasons. The first reason is because we are saving their lives, unlike Maine and some other New England states puppies are still being euthanized because they have too many. The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society does not euthanize dogs because we don’t have room and for those who have been looking to adopt a puppy know it’s not easy finding one at the shelter. The second reason we are transferring the puppies is to have them available for adoption at the shelter.
Transfer puppies need to be held for 5 days before being adopted, but we do accept applications for them once they are on the adoption floor or on the web site.
We hope to be doing this a few times every month and we are proud to be able to be saving so many lives.
Click here for an adoption application in PDF
The Stony Point Whisker Club
The new book by Maine author Don Loprieno
It’s not your typical organization. . . in fact, it's very exclusive and had an original membership of only two – a human and a feline who had the best of human qualities. The Stony Point Whisker Club is a warm, funny and moving portrait of unusual companions, unintended consequences, and the creation of a very special and lasting relationship. It is also a cautionary tale which reminds us that events often have unperceived connections, and that a negative act can produce a positive outcome.
If you've ever shared your life with a beloved animal - if you've ever tried to become the person your cat knew you could be - you'll enjoy The Stony Point Whisker Club. It is a story you won't forget.
For information and purchases: www.thestonypointwhiskerclub.com
Profits from the sale of The Stony Point Whisker Club will be donated to The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society.
Where do most puppies sold in pets stores come from?
Where do most puppies sold in pets stores come from?
