The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter

Where you can find a friend for life.

Featured Pets

Luna & Lillianne *BONDED PAIR*

Luna & Lillianne *BONDED PAIR*

Meet this adorable pair- Luna and Lillianne! These two are very close and feel safest and happiest when they are together. They can be shy at first and will need time, patience, and love to come out of their shells. Once they warm up they are incredibly sweet,...

Mr. Butters and Sylvester: A bonded pair

Mr. Butters and Sylvester: A bonded pair

A bonded pair looking for their forever home. These two handsome boys may not look like brothers, but don't let their different looks fool you---they are a true bonded pair who love to wrestle, play, and keep each other company. They're proof that family isn't always...

Education & Stories

Mickey & Minnie

Mickey & Minnie

Mickey & Minnie's StoryMickey & Minne were adopted in May of 2026. In July, we got this great update from them and we had to share it! "We have been living in our Forever Home for exactly two months today, and we wanted to share how we're getting on here! We...

Have a Safe & Happy July 4th!

Have a Safe & Happy July 4th!

We can't get enough of this beautiful Maine summer! With this warmer weather comes the rush of folks trying to make the most out of the season, and July 4th is often the first big gathering under the summer sun. Big social gatherings, food free-for-alls, and fireworks...