Every cat/kitten we have gotten in aprox last 20 yrs even got a puppy once Sam, short for Samantha…read more(when she did a bad thing). This is the BEST place to adopt a cat or kitten. When I hear someone mention they are looking a a cat/kitten, I tell them of Another Chance adoption, tell them where they are located. Next time I see the person they say "m Thanks for telling me about Another Chance We got our next family member there" Then they tell others. The cat we have now is 1 of theirs & hope she lives forever, She follows me everywhere, sleeps with me. She is an inside cat only, Hubby built her a cage that she goes in & out thru cat door. That is only time she is out. doesn't try to go out thru kitchen door, she knows she can't go so she will just look. she is the BEST. She is6 yrs old now so she (I hope) has many more to go.

We adopted our kitten from ACAR last June at an adoption event. My husband and I found our kitten…read moreright away based on the knowledge of the staff present at the event. It was very clear that everyone working at the event knew all the kittens and their personalities and had interacted with all of them. We ran into a problem when we brought our kitten home and realized she began sneezing and coughing. She had a serious infection and we had to make several trips to the vet to get her the proper medication, but ACAR paid for all of the medication and vet fees. My advice to anyone considering adoption from this shelter would be to take your new kitten to your own vet before bringing her home and exposing her to other pets/small children. Our kitten is now happy, healthy, and a very important part of our family. We can't imagine our lives without her! An added bonus is that the adoption fee includes spay/neuter for your kitten, as well as all necessary vaccinations!

As both Mao's adopter and a registered nurse, I was extremely disappointed by the lack of medical…read moretransparency during his adoption. Before adopting Mao, I specifically requested his surgical records but was told his urinary issues had been resolved with surgery and was not allowed to review the paperwork. I never spoke with a veterinarian or medical staff, despite later discovering in his records that a veterinary consultation with prospective adopters was recommended. It was only six days after adoption, on the day we rushed him to the vet for another urinary blockage, that I finally received his complete medical records. Those records revealed that Mao had experienced two urinary blockages while in the organization's care, had only been off medication for one day before being medically cleared for adoption, and was recommended for a foster observation period before permanent placement to monitor for recurrent urinary issues. None of these recommendations were followed, and none of this information was disclosed to us before adoption. From the day we brought Mao home, he showed concerning urinary symptoms, including frequent urination. We carefully followed all instructions, fed his prescribed urinary diet, and monitored him closely. Despite this, he suffered a third blockage just six days after adoption and required emergency treatment. The outcome was devastating. After veterinary evaluation, we were advised that due to the severity of his urinary disease, possible kidney damage, and a potential diabetes diagnosis, he remained at high risk for future blockages even after additional treatment. He required another unblocking surgery and is now being evaluated for Perineal Urethrostomy (PU) surgery. Faced with the likelihood of ongoing complex medical care beyond our ability to provide, we made the heartbreaking decision to medically surrender him so he could receive the treatment he needed. My concern is not that Mao had medical issues. Animals with special needs deserve loving homes. My concern is that critical medical history, documented recommendations, and the seriousness of his condition were not fully disclosed before adoption. Full transparency allows adopters to make informed decisions and helps ensure animals are placed in situations where their medical needs can be properly anticipated and managed. Despite everything that happened, we loved Mao deeply during the short time we had him. In just six days, he became part of our family, which made the decision to surrender him even more painful. We wanted nothing more than to give him a safe, stable, and loving home, and we were fully committed to following his medical care plan. What makes this experience so difficult is the feeling that Mao was not set up for success before adoption. Given the severity of his medical history, the lack of disclosure, and the absence of the recommended observation and veterinary consultation, it seems he was placed for adoption without the safeguards necessary to ensure he was truly stable. Looking back, it is hard not to feel that Mao was denied the best possible chance at a healthy and happy transition into a permanent home. He deserved better, and I hope lessons are learned from his case so that future adopters and animals do not experience the same heartbreak. Do better.

Been waiting 2 weeks to see and hopefully fully adopt Toast . Just want to say the humane society…read moresays it's easy to transition a indoor/outdoor cat to the preferred status of a solely indoor cat. Reference online article. Disappointed to say the least. I've missed out on the opportunity to be her Kitty mom.

This is the best of the best! If thrift shopping turns you on then you must check it out! First it…read moreis a cat rescue, all money goes to the kitties! Nuff said. But there are many reasons to shop other than the charity. Great finds, even better prices. I love the kitty rescue

"What greater gift than the love of a cat." ~ Charles Dickens…read more It's not every day a thrift shop greets you with a curious feline stretched out on a bookshelf or peeking from behind a stack of vintage linens. The cats live right in the store, and they're unmistakably the stars of the show. The shop is full of character, with a mix of antiques, secondhand finds, and seasonal surprises. Prices are fair, and the volunteers are warm, helpful, and clearly invested in the mission. Every purchase supports Safe Haven's no-kill shelter work, and that sense of purpose makes the place feel extra special. If you're anywhere near Wells, it's absolutely worth stopping in. You might leave with a vintage lamp, a great book, or just a little more joy than you came in with.

My 7 month Yorkie loved Nina. She was caring and kind. She was able to be flexible with the times…read morefor picking my dog up. She understands animal behavior and catered to my pup's needs. I would highly recommend Nina. She is wonderful and I've hired her for next year when I will be returning to Kennebunkport

Nina was awesome! She treated our big old Boxer boy with just the love and care he needed. Everyone…read moreloves puppies, but that's not the case with old slow dogs -- yet Nina told us without prompting that old dogs were her favorite. Brody took to her right away and she updated us throughout their time together. We'll be back to Kennebunk and wouldn't consider calling anyone else to take care of our pup. Thank you Nina!

Requested boarding reservation online, and no one contacted me until the morning of the day I…read morewanted to board. I called back saying I'm sorry but no one called me to say you had availability so I will not be boarding. The man said " what do you mean we didn't call you?" Then said " have a good day" and hung up before I could get a word in. I've never boarded there before, and now I never will with such poor custermer service

Very nice people, they know our dog, and treat her based on her personality. The price seems…read morereasonable, only problem I have with this business is the pick up and drop off times, they are a little limited, but I guess I can understand that, and when we get our dog back she always needs a bath, but I guess that is to be expected being cooped up with all those other dogs.

Came here with family for a fun outing, and I wasn't disappointed!…read more H E A T F R I E N D L Y: Even though it was hot when we arrived, the small hiking trails provided ample shade and covering. That said, we were still able to enjoy some fresh air amid the towering trees. A N I M A L S: Most of the animals we saw were birds. We didn't get to see any demos, but we did enjoy admiring the beautiful creatures at our own pace. Most memorably, we saw an owl up close! It was truly beautiful, and my children were in awe of the animals (and saddened by some of their stories). K I D F R I E N D LY A S P E C T S: there is an indoor section with lots of kid-friendly activities (dress up, x-ray and pretend vet toys, etc). There are also educational materials for adults in this section, making it a good place for a parent to bring children. O T H E R: -easy, accessible parking -trails are pretty flat from what I saw -cost is $10 per person -reservations not required -staff was friendly

I attended an event at the Audubon Society in Falmouth a few months ago and the Center for Wildlife…read morewas featured for their wildlife education and rehabilitation work, so we decided to go check it out. It's a really special place--the species there are either in the process of getting medical treatment or have been deemed unsuitable for living in the wild. The welcome center has turtles and snakes and the habitat area outside is for birds, mostly birds of prey. There are some really beautiful owls, falcons, and merlins. When we arrived, they had a turkey vulture out while her habitat was being cleaned and the woman holding her was presenting and answering questions about her. This is an fantastic place to visit; it's possible to see everything at a leisurely pace in under an hour, and it's nice to know that the nominal entrance fee ($10/person) goes toward the excellent rehabilitation and education work happening here.

My dog and I took an Agility and Basic Manners Class when he was about 12 months old. It was a fun…read moremixture and the guidance was clear and supportive. I highly recommend this trainer and this class.

From the owner: The Familiar Canine offers dog training and behavior consulting services for the pet dog owner in…read morepublic group classes or individual sessions in the privacy of their home. We are committed to teaching owners reward based, force free dog training methods, based on the latest scientific research. We do not teach through intimidation, pain, or fear.