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.

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 (includes Spruce Head), Hope, Union, Appleton, Montville, Searsmont, Cushing, Matinicus, North Haven, and Vinalhaven, Stockton Springs, Morrill, and Northport.