CARE * EDUCATION * PREVENTION
The Humane Society of Knox County
is devoted to caring for unwanted
and homeless animals while participating in activities
advocating responsible pet ownership and the prevention of
abuse and cruelty. The Humane Society also sponsors events
and activities that promote the health and welfare of animals,
and demonstrate the benefits
of the human-animal bond. The Humane
Society also offers programs that encourage community participation,
and support preventative health care for companion animals.
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The Humane Society of Knox County
was founded in 1989 in response to the needs of homeless animals
- their protection, care and adoption. Money was raised to purchase
the land between Dexter Street Extension and Buttermilk Lane
in Thomaston, Maine. With generous support of many animal lovers,
and a substantial mortgage, the shelter was built and opened
in November 1991. Since that day thousands of animals have been
lovingly tended, rehabilitated and adopted. Volunteers
and members of HSKC are from every community - students, retirees,
artists and businesses.
The following towns contract with
the Humane Society of Knox County: Rockland, Thomaston,
Warren, Owls Head, St. George, Port Clyde, Martinsville &
Tenants Harbor; So. Thomaston Spruce Head, Hope, Union, Appleton,
Montville, Searsmont, Cushing, Matinicus, North Haven, and Vinalhaven,
Stockton Springs, and Morrill.
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* All animals admitted to our facility
are cared for until they are adopted.
No animal is euthanized unless severe physical or
behavioral problem exists that cannot
be resolved.
Animals are not euthanized
for time or space.
* Our adoption fees cover feline
leukemia and AIDS testing,
canine heartworm tests, vaccinations,
and the sterilization of your new
pet.
Cats over 1 year old adoption fee:
$50
Cats under 1 year old adoption fee:
$90
Dogs over 1 year: $150
Puppies less than 1 year: $250
*The Humane Society is unable to
re-home wolf-hybrids.
* Open Monday through Saturday for
your convenience from 11am-5pm.
Closed on Sundays
Closed New Years Day, Easter, Memorial
Day,
Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve and Christmas
Our Board of Directors
Warner Vaughan— President
Richard Procopio—Vice President
Carol Achterhof —Secretary
Judy Brogden—Treasurer
Janet Bosworth
Glenn Yovino, DVM
Joan Woodhull
Karen Clarke
Fletcher Hall
Heidi Vanorse
Kim Grinnell
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