About Your ACO

ACO Holmes

ACO Holmes

As the Animal Control Officer for Buckfield, Hartford, Sumner, West Paris, Stoneham, and the Oxford County Unorganized Territories, I am responsible for enforcing local animal ordinances and ensuring public safety regarding domestic animals. My duties include responding to animal-related complaints, conducting welfare checks, and managing stray or loose domestic animals. I am committed to promoting responsible pet ownership and maintaining a safe environment for all residents in these communities.

Community Cats

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Weaver, a muted gray community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Weaver

Thistle, a black community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Thistle

Spindle, a jet-black community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony after recovery

Spindle

Soot, a glossy black community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Soot

shuttle (keep as-is) Image alt text: Shuttle, a compact black community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Shuttle

Shadowspool, a long-haired tabby community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Shadowspool

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Bobbin, a fluffy orange community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Bobbin

Bobbin is a fluffy orange West Paris TNR community cat with soft, round eyes and…

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West Paris TNR Program

Trap–Neuter–Return Overview and Area Plan This post outlines the West Paris TNR Program and how…

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Breeding kennel license requirements in Maine under Title 7 Section 3931-A

Breeding Kennels (7 § 3931-A)

Not sure which kennel license applies to you? See the Maine Kennel License Guide. Maine…

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How to Find Your Missing Cat: Best Tips for a Quick Reunion

Cats are notorious for their curious and independent nature, often leading them to wander away…

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Featured Report

Flax, a community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, now adopted

Flax

Flax was one of the friendliest felines we encountered during this round of trapping. She was calm, approachable, and quickly transitioned into the shelter model. Once she was examined by…

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Emberline

Emberline is a long-haired tortie from the West Paris TNR community cat colony. She came in with a watchful stare and a very careful posture, guarded and slow to settle.…

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Dewey, a pale orange community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, returned to colony

Dewey

Dewey is a pale orange cat from the West Paris TNR community cat colony. He was named for where he was trapped — right by the library. He came in…

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Zuchetto, a sleek black community cat from the West Paris TNR Program, thriving in the colony

Zuchetto

Zuchetto is a sleek black community cat from West Paris TNR. He has sharp green eyes and a bit of dirt on his face. Tough, resourceful, and completely unapologetic about…

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Updates

Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines

Neighbor Check Collar for Outdoor Felines Most “stray” felines people find in rural Maine actually…

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West Paris TNR Program

Trap–Neuter–Return Overview and Area Plan This post outlines the West Paris TNR Program and how…

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