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National Train Your Dog Month

National Train Your Dog Month

by | Jan 16, 2025 | Blog, Events

We’re Moving!!!

We’re Moving!!!

by | Dec 21, 2023 |

We are excited to announce that The Ark Animal Shelter will begin our move to the new building! Starting December 23rd until January 27th we will be closed to the public. If you are interested in putting in an application and/or viewing any animals available for...

WELLNESS CLINIC!

WELLNESS CLINIC!

by | Apr 29, 2021 |

WELLNESS CLINIC The Ark is pleased to announce that we are holding a Wellness Clinic with Coastal Animal Care staff, including Dr. Erin Church Libby. Where: At the Ark 10-1 on 5/20. First come, first serve. Owners must wait in their vehicles while staff and techs come...

Updates on Ark Operation

Updates on Ark Operation

by | Jan 13, 2021 |

Hello Dear Friends! We want to keep everyone in the loop and let you know that moving into 2021, the Ark will continue operating on an appointment-only basis. We ask that folks try and keep their appointments to a half hour or less, so we can continue limiting traffic...

Welcome: The Ark’s New Shelter Manager

Welcome: The Ark’s New Shelter Manager

by | Oct 26, 2020 |

The Ark staff and Shelter Administrator would like to take a moment in recognizing Michelle M. Wright “Shelly” as the new Shelter Manager at the Ark! Michelle has been a full-time  Animal Care Technician since July 2019, and volunteered with us prior to being hired....

“Stitch in Time”

“Stitch in Time”

by | May 21, 2020 |

Funded by the Ark Thrift Shop in Blue Hill, the Ark has the most comprehensive spay/neuter program in the North East since 1984. It's called Stitch in Time. We work with our local vets to help you get your pet spayed and neutered. The vets will pay a third, the Ark...

Urgent Needs at the Ark!

Urgent Needs at the Ark!

by | Apr 22, 2020 |

Hello Dear Friends, We need some of the following items taken care of at our shelter. We are willing to hire someone reputable for our roofing needs, and possibly others. However, we are hoping to get some volunteers in to take care of some of these tasks. Also, we...

November is Senior Pet Month!

November is Senior Pet Month!

by | Nov 25, 2024 | Events

November is National Senior Pet Month, and we’re excited to shine a spotlight on some of the incredible senior pets at The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter. Senior pets bring so much love and wisdom to a home, yet they often face unique challenges in shelters, like adjusting to the stress of the environment or being overlooked for younger animals.

There are so many benefits to adopting a senior! Did you know senior pets are often calmer, more adaptable, and already have established personalities, making it easier to find the perfect match?

Click on each pet’s name below to learn more about their story and see why adopting a senior pet could be the perfect choice for your family!

Collage of three senior shelter animals: a smiling senior dog with a white and gray coat, a brown and white hound with soulful eyes, and a light gray cat with piercing blue eyes.
Can't adopt? Sponsor a senior!

Meet some of our adoptable seniors ready to find their forever homes:

  • Starsky (12-14 years): A gentle Shepherd mix who adores people and is house and leash trained. Starsky would love to be the only pet in the house where he can bask in all the love and attention.
  • Koda (9 years): A loving hound with plenty of energy for playtime but also a cozy couch potato at heart. Koda thrives with people and doggy friends but prefers no cats or small animals.
  • Mistew (17 years): A sweet and gentle cat who enjoys snuggles and sunny napping spots. Mistew is ready to spend his golden years with someone who’ll give him all the love he deserves.
Interested in adopting? Click here!
Graphic featuring a senior tabby cat named Milo with green eyes, highlighted as 'Senior Pet Spotlight.' Text reads: 'Milo - 12 years. Milo has been adopted! Congratulations, Milo!' A red 'Adopted!' stamp overlays the cat's photo, and a link to 'thearkpets.org/adopt' is included alongside The Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter logo.

Congratulations, Milo!

After spending months at the shelter, this sweet boy went home this month. What an amazing way to celebrate National Senior Pet Month!

We wish Milo and his new family all the best!

Bonded Pairs = Twice the Love!

by | Oct 18, 2024 | Blog

Today we’re featuring bonded pairs! What could be better than saving one pet? Saving two!

A digital flyer with a gradient background transitioning from light green to light blue showcases two black and white cats named Cappy and Bogie. Cappy is lying down on the left side, resting on a blue bar, while Bogie stands upright on the right. The text below them reads, "Adopt a Bonded Pair Today!" Both cats have their names labeled in simple text above their images.

Bogie and Cappy!

These two are a dynamic duo, and together they’ll bring double the joy to your home!

If you’re ready to open your heart and home to any of this adorable duos, they would love to meet you. Start by applying to adopt here: thearkpets.org/adopt/adopt-a-cat/

Cats ready for adoption!

by | Oct 18, 2024 | Blog

The image features three cats labeled Odessa, Milo, and Jackson. Below them, it says "Adopt Me at the Ark Pope Memorial Animal Shelter"

Check out some of the cats we currently have ready for adoption!

Odessa
Meet Odessa! This playful 1-year-old girl is a bundle of joy, always ready for fun and affection. With her loving nature and curiosity about other cats and dogs, she’ll make a fantastic addition to any home looking for a lively companion.
🌟 Interested in adopting? Fill out our adoption application here: thearkpets.org/adopt/adopt-a-cat/ 🌟
*Edit*(11/11/24)
Odessa: Still Available
Milo: pending adoption
Jackson: pending adoption
We’re Moving!!!

We’re Moving!!!

by | Dec 21, 2023 | Blog

We are excited to announce that The Ark Animal Shelter will begin our move to the new building! Starting December 23rd until January 27th we will be closed to the public. If you are interested in putting in an application and/or viewing any animals available for adoption please stop in this week or to view our dogs please set up an appointment before we close down on Saturday December 23rd. We will only be accepting applications electronically and again will be closed to the public for viewing as well as our Pet Food Pantry (we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience). Thank you to all for your support and understanding during this time, we will see everyone in the new building in 2024!
WELLNESS CLINIC!

WELLNESS CLINIC!

by | Apr 29, 2021 | Blog

WELLNESS CLINIC
The Ark is pleased to announce that we are holding a Wellness Clinic with Coastal Animal Care staff, including Dr. Erin Church Libby.
Where: At the Ark 10-1 on 5/20.
First come, first serve.
Owners must wait in their vehicles while staff and techs come out to get your pet and bring them in. Pet owners will not be permitted to come inside. Owners may choose what vaccinations they would like- any or all.
The Ark is graciously accepting donations upon bringing your animals inside for the clinic. Please remember our staff work hard to make this clinic happen, and we will be closing for the day. Please have your donation ready when you arrive so we can continue doing what we do.
Costs:
$18 rabies
$21 distemper
$21 lepto
$43 Lyme
$25 bordetella
Free basic exam.
Payment separate, to the Ark:
$30 microchipping (includes registration)
Please read: You will receive your microchip registrations within TWO WEEKS after the clinic in the mail or in email.
Owners must show proof of previous rabies if pet owner wants the rabies to be good for 3 years.
If owners want to have boosters done for distemper, lepto or Lyme, we can schedule you to come back to the ark in 3-4 weeks