Maine does not have a statewide leash law, but that does not mean your dog can roam freely. Here is what the law actually says and what it means for dog owners in western Maine.
Month: April 2026
Parvovirus Is Active in Western Maine. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Canine parvovirus has been confirmed in Oxford County and is spiking across Maine. ACO Holmes breaks down what parvo is, how it spreads, what treatment looks like, and how to protect your dog.
Got a Dog at Large Violation in Maine? Here’s What Happens Next.
Got a dog at large violation in Maine? Here is what the charge means, what it costs, and what to do next if your dog was picked up in western Maine.
Maine Dog Bite Law: What Owners and Victims Need to Know (7 § 3961)
Maine has a strict liability dog bite law. Learn what it means for owners and victims, when exceptions apply, and what to do after a bite incident in western Maine.
Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Community Cats in Maine
TNR, or Trap-Neuter-Return, is the standard approach for managing community cat populations in Maine and across the country. Here is how it works, why it is effective, and what resources are available for western Maine residents.
What to Do If You Hit a Dog, Cat, or Livestock in Maine
Maine law requires drivers who injure or kill a dog, cat, or livestock to notify the owner or report the incident to law enforcement. Here is what the statute says and what you are required to do.