If a pet owner is hospitalized or incarcerated in Maine, their animals have 10 days before shelter ownership transfers. Here’s what happens and what to do.
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How Many Dogs Can You Own in Maine?
If you’ve searched “how many dogs can I own in Maine,” you’ve probably noticed there’s no clean answer out there. That’s because Maine doesn’t set […]
Pet Resources for Western Maine Residents
This page pulls together local resources for pet owners in Buckfield, Hartford, Sumner, West Paris, Stoneham, and the Oxford County Unorganized Territories. Whether you need […]
Which Maine Kennel License Do I Need?
Maine has three separate kennel licenses, and many people are unsure which one applies to their situation. Because all three come from the state and […]
State Kennel License Requirements in Maine (7 § 3932-B)
Not sure which kennel license applies to you? See the Maine Kennel License Guide. Maine law now requires a state kennel license for anyone keeping […]
Call Animal Control 207-743-9554 opt 0
For immediate assistance regarding animal issues in Oxford County, call dispatch at 207-743-9554. Animal Control operates 24/7 for emergencies such as aggressive animals, bites, or livestock on roads. For general inquiries, email brandon@oxfordaco.com. Wildlife concerns are managed by Maine Game Wardens, and do not handle non-urgent matters after hours.
Neighbor Check Paper Collar for Outdoor Felines
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 […]
Flax’s Kittens
Hank and Rove came in as part of the West Paris TNR trapping round that brought in their mother, Flax. Both were too young to […]
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. […]
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, […]