by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Rasta may have had a rough start in life that he is unable to tell us about, but we at the Ark are ready to change that and turn his future around. Rescued from Puerto Rico, this guy is very scared and shy. But isn’t he the sweetest little Who from Who-Ville?? We feel like he could almost pass as the Grinch’s dog.
Rasta is a year old and will need to go into a quiet household to build trust, and not be stressed.
We will not be adopting Rasta out to a family with small children, as little ones are very scary to timid dogs.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Dogs Pending Adoptions
These two dogs are such good boys. They are so quiet and calm, and just really chill to be around. We think that Jack may have eaten a little too much turkey on Thanksgiving (and last Thanksgiving..and the Thanksgiving before that)…but we digress. We LOVE a little extra dog to love! We are happily accepting applications and meet and greet appointments on these guys. They will be thrilled to meet you, too!
by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Eclison is a very shy, timid little fellow. Well, who knows what he’s been through? He tries to tell us, but we aren’t sure what he’s trying to say.
We believe that once Eclison warms up to you, that he is going to be a very fun, trusting and happy little dog.
*Please understand: We will no longer be adopting shy and timid dogs to families with small children. This is because to scared dogs, little children are very scary and unpredictable. Dogs like Eclison need time to warm up and build trust.
Eclison is a year old.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
We believe Ankara is from the same littler as Christopher, and they were all abandoned at a dangerous construction site in Puerto Rico. It’s sad, yes BUT someone did something about it! While most pups this time of year have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads (or, errr….dancing bones), these pups have visions of their permanent families dancing in their heads. ..Ankara enjoys playing with toys, playing with her brother Christopher, and just having fun.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Here’s a story to pull at your heart strings for the holidays: Sweet Christopher was dumped at a construction site in Puerto Rico with his siblings. The upside? He’s now safe at the shelter, with a full belly, and visions of his new family dancing in his head. At only 4 months old, Christopher has lots of love to give, and too many stories to tell. Give us a call to set up an appointment to meet this little fluffer.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 27, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Puppies do the FUNNIEST things! Do they know they’re being funny? Eh, probably not. But they are having fun just the same and man oh man, they LOVE to please their humans. Meet Adolf! At only 6 months old, it stands to reason that he’s full of silly games, he loves to play, and he’s very friendly. He really can’t wait to go home with his new family and make them happy! Give us a call so we can get you in for an appointment to meet this silly little man.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 16, 2021 | Succesful Rabbit Adoptions
December 16th, 9am
At the Ark Animal Shelter
Ark Alley Cats Training and Workshop
With all the excitement around the Ark’s innovative new program, The Ark Alley Cats, we are offering training on feral cats on December 16th here at the Ark, open to the public. As most of us know, ‘Nobody’s cat is everybody’s cat.’ This training is suited for anyone in the animal welfare industry, or even just those who are willing to help and want to lend a hand. This is our opportunity to open the minds of those folks to our approach with feral cats.
Lea Palmer, the Director of Spirit’s Place in St. Albans will be joining us to discuss her vast experience working with ferals, feral colonies, and what YOU can do to help. We will also be taking an opportunity to build make-shift cat shelters to give them out in our communities.
Spirit’s Place is a cat sanctuary that focuses on educating the public on feral and community cats. Spirit’s Place mostly serves Somerset, Pisquataquis and Penobscot counties. The Ark is pleased to collaborate and expand, providing similar services in Washington and Hancock Counties.
We are trying to reach the community and offer some education around feral cats. Spirit’s Place’s motto is: “Not everyone can have a home, but everyone can have a life.” This is exactly what we want to convey- not ALL cats are suited for indoor living. While those folks that are always trying to socialize wild and feral cats and are keeping them inside have their hearts in the right places, this method is most often ineffective and not conducive to a cat’s contentment. We appreciate the people who are concerned for cats during the winter and want them safe- we are on the right track with this caring mindset! However, cats don’t always need to come inside. They need other cats. They need feeding stations. They need to be spayed/neutered. Also, please always remember: Practicing kindness to living things does not mean bringing them home. There are plenty of other ways to help.
For those of you that aren’t aware, Ark Alley Cats Program (AACP) is offering traps, education on trapping and T-N-R (trap-neuter-return) of cats in Wasington and Hancock County. The Ark has even gone the extra step to put a building on our property to house displaced feral cats. This is designed for the cats that are absolutely unable to be returned from the property in which they were trapped, OR other cats that come into the shelter by other means, and cannot be kept in the main shelter due to an inability to be adopted as an Ark pet. This AACP building will allow these cats the ability to come and go to and from the building and roam our 80-acres of property. These cats may be able to be adopted out as barn cats in pairs, and who knows? Maybe some will even turn out to be stray rather than feral, being able to be adopted as a pet or an inside/outside kitty. What if none of these outcomes occur? Then the kitties are happy, healthy, and not reproducing.
\Why Ark Alley Cats?
Feral cats that are brought to shelters often take up room in a cage that could be utilized for a domesticated cat. Often, they occupy this space for long periods of time due to an inability to be adopted. This in turn decreases the shelter’s ability to help a larger number of cats. More important to note, is that the feral cat is often unhappy and extremely stressed in this environment. When an animal is born and has learned to survive outside, we do not bring them inside and confine them. As Lea says: “We don’t go around and gather up the porcupines, squirrels and chipmunks when it starts to get cold out, do we?”
Come to the Ark and listen to our innovative solutions on caring for and helping feral cats the right way. Feeding stations, TNR, safe trapping methods, ect. We will talk about when cats can be “returned” and when they can’t. We will have a forum on ways to overcome resistance from our communities when it comes to innovative approaches on dealing with ferals. Come join us for this conversation! Please email Shaina at administration@thearkpets.org to reserve your spot.. We are graciously accepting donations for Spirit’s Place for Lea’s time, travel, and expertise.
Ark Administrator
Shaina R. Fraser
by The Ark Manager | Nov 16, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
If you enjoy fat, fluffy butts wagging all over the place when you come home, you’ll just love these two fluff butts. Do you want to sit home and watch Gray’s Anatomy all day with the girls? These are your ladies! They’ll be laying there with you, snacking on milkbones and soaking up snuggles.
Surrendered at absolutely no fault of their own, these two beauty queens are loving, laid-back, and super bonded. We were told they are about 6 years old, but one of the veterinarians reported that Belle was a couple years older, at least.
Where is the warm, loving and quiet home for these babes? We are waiting for YOU! Someone is going to be very lucky to bring these ladies home and be loved by them.
Belle and Sage will only be going home together- there will be no separate adoption. We offer a very reasonable dual-adoption price on these girls, to the right home only. They are currently in the Administrator’s office, AKA “Auntie’s office,” and they are quite ok in there until the right home can be found.
by The Ark Manager | Nov 8, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
We just love these handsome gray kitties. We think it would be really nice to see them go together, although it is not necessary so we are accepting dual applications or singles!
These vocal, sweet cats are super affectionate. Brady is a bit more laid-back and likes to look handsome in the sun while his brother Brady appreciates toys and playtime a little bit more.
Considered seniors, these two kitties are about nine years old and looking for a home to call their own for the rest of their lives!
by The Ark Manager | Oct 26, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
Yea, yea…Pounce has RGF (resting grump face) but we PROMISE he is not a grump!
He is super sweet and affectionate with other people. While he’s a little on the lazier side, he does still enjoy a good cat nip high for him. He’s kind of a chunky boy, but come on! The ladies LOVE chunky boys. His eyes are so captivating and reel you in with every loving stare. He is just a big love bug who will never let you be late for dinner (or let you let HIM be late for dinner).
2 years old
by The Ark Manager | Oct 26, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
We’d love for you to meet Sheldon, who happens to have a double paw on his front right paw. He’s full of energy and and just as quirky as his physical appearance! Her has a dominant kitty personality and we think that he might even do well with a family that likes to do active things and take their cats WITH them! Hiking kitties, anyone? He’ll make a GREAT cat for leashes and walkies on harnesses. Extra emphasis that he is FULL of energy and needs a good outlet to release it. He is also very sweet and will give you hugs at the end of the day.
A little over a year and a half old.
by The Ark Manager | Oct 19, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
Charmingly shy, VERY sweet, and LOVES human attention! This girl also loves to play. (How cute is that)? She follows her big sister Kia around because we think she looks up to her. This cat is just all around a wonderful little lady.
She is right around a year old.
by The Ark Manager | Oct 19, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
FUN, PLAYFUL and VERY AFFECTIONATE!
Do you like kitties who give you nose kisses? What about kitties that like dogs?
She doesn’t have to go home with her sister Bella, though she is quite fond of her. Feel free to check Bella out too, and meet them both when you come in. We do have dual adoption rates! 🙂
Kia is a little over a year old as of Oct 19/2020.
by The Ark Manager | Oct 6, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Tiny is too proud to be in a shelter.
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Tiny has things to do, including protecting you and your home via a tiny body with a BIG personality.
Once Tiny warms up to you (plenty of treats, please), he is a very sweet dog but you need to move slow with him because he is timid. He is protective of his own area! Tiny watch dog anyone?
by The Ark Manager | Oct 6, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
Please come meet this fella! He could be the next handsome love of your life. This guy’s name is Frodo. He came to us from Puerto Rico as just a baby, and then was lucky enough to go into a foster with a wonderful lady who taught him and loved him! He was then adopted by a nice family but then returned, due to his very timid nature.
While Frodo is timid, once he warms up he’s a little goofy, loves to play, and enjoys cuddles. He was born 7/17/20.
Frodo will need a home with lots of love and patience, and some tranquility. Small children would not be best, due to him being scared.
by The Ark Manager | Sep 28, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
If you need a rotto-tiller, come rent Charlie for a day. (Just kidding- but he does like to dig)! It’s one of his favorite pass-times. He’s very energetic and playful, and he does not like to give the ball back after he gets it. He is a bit of a goof ball, but we absolutely LOVE him! We are accepting applications on him right now for his adoption.
Also, he is only about 2 years old.
by The Ark Manager | Sep 28, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
While this little guy’s head might be a wittle small for his body, he’s got a ton pf personality. He also loves his treats. He’s a pretty laid back gentleman who is just looking for a home to spend his golden years. If you’d like to come meet him please give jus a call. He is a goofy old man who likes to snuggle and play. He also has a very cute bow-wow.
by The Ark Manager | Sep 14, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
~Meet Kitt Morgan~
Kitt Morgan is currently sharing a community cat room with other kitties and loving life. He likes other kitties and does very well with them and loves to play with them. He’s sweet and lovable and he is just a very good kitty. What else can we say? We would tell you he’s handsome, but you can see that already. We were wondering if you’d come in and meet him today? Remember September Catpalouza gives you $50 OFF ALL KITTY ADOPTIONS! Don’t miss out.
*Photo Credit John Lane
Kit is about a year old.
by The Ark Manager | Sep 11, 2021 | Successful Cat Adoptions
Shilah is a stunningly beautiful white cat with gorgeous markings. Reserved and cautious, she will need someone patient and tender. although she is a bit shy, she is not sassy- no scratching or biting from this gentle sweet heart. Make you appointment to come to her home!
A 15 months old as of 9/10
by The Ark Manager | Sep 7, 2021 | Successful Dog Adoptions
A very confident dog, Ollie KNOWS he’s worth every darn bit of attention you have at all times!
He is just a pup, and so might need some proper interaction around other dogs to learn how to be behaved. He is just a baby, so we aren’t going to rule other dogs out completely. He should be the only dog, unless a few meet and greets are done and go well.
Ollie needs a little bit of work on the leash but he is also very eager to learn and to please his people. He is a big, loving baby! And PS….Ollie will do anything for a treat.
6 months old
