The Animal Welfare Society
Post Office Box 43, West Kennebunk, Maine, 04094 • 207/985-3244
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Current Events

 

The support that the Animal Welfare Society receives from Kennebunk Saving is incredible. They sponsor the AWS Strut Your Mutt dog walk at Kennebunk Beach, annually they present a check to the shelter from their Community Promise Customer Ballot and throughout the year they encourage employees to volunteer at nonprofits. Michael Broadhead received an award from the bank for the number of hours he volunteered in 2011. He requested that the award go to the AWS. Here he is presenting the check to Exectutive Director, Steve Jacobsen.

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AWS volunteers provide an average of 4 hours per pet for the more than 3,600 homeless pets who pass through our doors every year (almost 15,000 hours in 2011!) including yard work, answering phones, cleaning, and spending time with animals who have no one else. In addition to her time, Sarah, one of our volunteers, built and donated a handsome picnic table for use by staff, volunteers and adopters. Thank you for everything Sarah!

AWS Vacation workshops for students aged 7-11 are being offered on the following dates from 9am to 1pm: February 20, 21, 22 & 23. These hands-on workshops will focus on animal care and handling, as well as animal welfare-related issues. The students will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of pets, play games and create crafts. Snacks are provided, but bring a lunch. There is a $25.00 fee per day. Space is limited so don’t delay. Download a registration form. FMI contact Lona at 985-3244 x 109 or email lona@animalwelfaresociety.org

The Association of Pet Dog Trainers has proclaimed January "National Train Your Dog Month" to highlight the importance of socialization and training. By using training methods that have an emphasis on building a relationship with your dog, training can be easy and fun! Our experienced trainers at the AWS will help you gain patience, consistency and a deeper understanding of your dog’s behavior for a happier and healthier home! See our class listing and schedule!

Many thanks to the Maegan and Sarah from Sanford High for developing a PSA for the Shelter Spay Neuter Clinic. Such an important message!

 

Featured Pet

"Scrabble"

This beautiful girl is Scrabble. She is a super sweet little lady looking for a special someone. Scrabble is very cautious, but really wants to make friends. This sweet girl needs a family that is going to be understanding and willing to give her time to warm up. Scrabble would love to share her new home with other cats and low key people of all ages. When given just a little time, patience and plenty of TLC Scrabble will show her true colors and you will see what a great girl she is.

 

Featured Adoption Success Story

"Diva"

My daughter and Diva. This is a great sucess story, they love each other. We adopted Columbus Day 2011, we thought you'd like to see a real loving fit.

More Stories...

If you have an AWS success story/photo, you can contact: gail@animalwelfaresociety.org

 

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Heroes!

Young people doing inspiring things...

Invest in your relationship with your dog, take an AWS Obedience Class! Click here for the schedule.

The AWS is open for adoptions and visits:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 11AM - 7PM

Saturdays & Sundays11-4:30

Closed on Wednesdays

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A low cost Spay and Neuter Clinic for cats has opened at the AWS to serve the low-income public. Details...

Get Involved! Ways to help AWS - without writing a check...

AWS WISH LIST

Frontline Flea Preventative

Wet Cat Food

Wet and Dry Kitten Food

(KMR) Kitten Replacement Milk

Paper Towels

Blankets & Linens

Towels

Postage Stamps Gas Cards

Gift Cards to Pet Supply Stores, Walmart & Staples

Cat Litter

Durable Dog Toys

Aspen Shavings or Care Fresh Bedding

Cat Toys, Treats, Cat Nip

Are you a member of AWS? Our members help us provide so much for the animals in our care - medication, food and a professional and loving staff. Become a member today with a gift starting at $25. With your membership, you'll receive our newsletter, invitations to special events and our member decal for your home, office or car!

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