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Basic Obedience Training for Dogs: Why It’s Essential
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How to Find Your Missing Cat: Best Tips for a Quick Reunion
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Dealing with Separation Anxiety in Pets
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Rabies Vaccination (7 § 3916)
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The Importance of Regular Veterinary Checkups
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Dog Licensing (7 § 3921)
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Animal Cruelty (7 § 4011)
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Understanding Pet Nutrition: Feeding for Health
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How to Socialize Your Pet for a Well-Behaved Companion
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Preventing Common Pet Hazards: Keep Your Home Safe
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View AllNeighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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Neighbor Check Collar for Outdoor Felines Most “stray” felines people find in rural Maine actually…
West Paris TNR Program
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Trap–Neuter–Return Overview and Area Plan This post outlines the West Paris TNR Program and how…
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View AllBasic Obedience Training for Dogs: Why It’s Essential
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Teaching your dog basic commands such as "sit," "stay," "come," and "leave it" is not only essential for ensuring your dog’s good behavior, but it also helps create a safe…
Dealing with Separation Anxiety in Pets
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Separation anxiety can be a serious issue for pets, leading to destructive behavior, excessive barking, and distress when left alone. To help ease your pet's anxiety, start by leaving them…
How to Curb Excessive Barking in Dogs
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While barking is natural for dogs, excessive barking can become a nuisance. To reduce this behavior, identify the cause—whether it’s boredom, fear, or attention-seeking. Once you know the trigger, you…
Cat Scratching Behavior: How to Save Your Furniture
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Cats scratch as part of their natural behavior, but it can become problematic when your furniture becomes the target. The key is to provide alternatives like scratching posts or pads.…
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Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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Neighbor Check Collar for Outdoor Felines Most “stray” felines people find in rural Maine actually belong to someone nearby. They just have a much bigger neighborhood than people realize. A…
Flax’s Kittens
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Hank (the tortie) Named for a “hank” — a coiled bundle of spun flax fiber — this bold little tortie is packed with personality. She’s scrappy, strong, and full of…
Flax
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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. But once she was examined…
Emberline
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Emberline is a long-haired tortie with a watchful stare and a very careful posture. She's been held back for observation—still under review before we can determine next steps. This girl…
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About Your ACO
Brandon E. Holmes, ACO
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.
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📞 Immediate Assistance For anything that needs a response right away, please go through dispatch. If you need assistance with an animal issue, do not hesitate to call animal control.…
Oxford County Unorganized Territories Animal Control
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If you are in one of the Oxford County Unorganized Territories and need help with a domestic animal concern, I’m here to assist. I handle calls involving roaming animals, bites…
West Paris Animal Control
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If you are in West Paris and need help with a domestic animal concern, I’m here to assist. I handle calls involving roaming animals, bites or scratches, welfare concerns, nuisance…
Sumner Animal Control
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If you are in Sumner and need help with a domestic animal concern, I’m here to assist. I handle calls involving roaming animals, bites or scratches, welfare concerns, nuisance complaints,…
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📞 Immediate Assistance For anything that needs a response right away, please go through dispatch. If you need assistance with an animal issue, do not hesitate to call animal control.…
Dog Licensing (7 § 3921)
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Dog Licensing in Maine Maine law requires that every canine over 6 months of age be licensed in the town where the animal lives. Law ReferenceTitle 7, Agriculture and AnimalsPart…
Animal Cruelty (7 § 4011)
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Law: It is unlawful to treat an animal in a way that causes unnecessary pain, suffering, or death. (read full version) Explanation: Title 7: AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS Part 9: ANIMAL…
How to Create a Safe and Enriching Environment for Your Pets
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A safe and stimulating environment is vital for the overall well-being of your pets. Like us, pets thrive when their physical and mental needs are met, which leads to a…
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Millie
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Petite, intense, and a little defensive—Millie is always watching, always calculating. She’s not mean—just smart…
Grist
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With a rich tortie coat and big green eyes, Grist exudes resilience. Her posture says…
Cotton
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Wide-eyed and expressive, Cotton is the sensitive one of the bunch. With a soft black…
Coalbelt
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Sleek and shadowy with piercing golden eyes, Coalbelt is alert, intense, and absolutely stunning. There’s…
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Thistle
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Thistle is a striking black feline with a fierce little face and a few signs…
Spindle
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A jet-black beauty with a slow blink and a worried brow. Spindle has a tiny…
Soot
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Glossy black coat, bright yellow eyes, and a gaze that says “don’t mess with me.”…
Shuttle
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A compact black feline with a high-alert expression. Shuttle has energy, nerves, and a fierce…
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Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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Flax’s Kittens
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Flax
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Emberline
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Breeding Kennels (7 § 3931-A)
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Dogs at Large (7 § 3911)
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Rabies Vaccination (7 § 3916)
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Cotton
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Wide-eyed and expressive, Cotton is the sensitive one of the bunch. With a soft black…
Coalbelt
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Sleek and shadowy with piercing golden eyes, Coalbelt is alert, intense, and absolutely stunning. There’s…
Carder
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Seasoned and soulful, Carder has the look of a cat who’s seen a few winters.…
Bobbin
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A fluffy orange boy with soft, round eyes and a gentle presence. A bit unsure…
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Contact Stoneham Maine Animal Control
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Stoneham Animal Control If you are in Stoneham and need help with a domestic animal concern, I’m here to assist. I cover calls involving roaming animals, bites or scratches, nuisance…
Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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- March 9, 2026
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Neighbor Check Collar for Outdoor Felines Most “stray” felines people find in rural Maine actually belong to someone nearby. They just have a much bigger neighborhood than people realize. A…
Flax’s Kittens
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- June 15, 2025
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Hank (the tortie) Named for a “hank” — a coiled bundle of spun flax fiber — this bold little tortie is packed with personality. She’s scrappy, strong, and full of…
Flax
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- June 15, 2025
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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. But once she was examined…
Updates
Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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- March 9, 2026
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Neighbor Check Collar for Outdoor Felines Most “stray” felines people find in rural Maine actually…
West Paris TNR Program
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- June 3, 2025
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Trap–Neuter–Return Overview and Area Plan This post outlines the West Paris TNR Program and how…
FAQs
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Oxford County Unorganized Territories Animal Control
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Contact Stoneham Maine Animal Control
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How to Find Your Missing Cat: Best Tips for a Quick Reunion
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Pet Care Best Practices
The Importance of Regular Veterinary Checkups
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The Importance of Regular Veterinary Checkups Your pet’s health and happiness are cornerstones of responsible…
How to Create a Safe and Enriching Environment for Your Pets
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A safe and stimulating environment is vital for the overall well-being of your pets. Like…
Understanding Pet Nutrition: Feeding for Health
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Just like people, pets need a balanced diet to thrive. Feeding your pet the correct…
Responsible Pet Ownership
Keep Your Pets Safe with Proper Identification
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Seasonal Care: Keep Pets Cool in the Summer
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Vaccinations Protect Your Pets and Others
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Winter Cold Weather Tips
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