Critter Clippers

09/18/2026

What if your next pickleball match could help save a life? 🐾🏓

That’s exactly what Pickleball for Paws is about.

On October 23, we’re bringing pickleball players together for an evening of competition, community, and compassion—all in support of Animal Orphanage.

Every registration helps support the work that gives homeless animals the care, safety, and second chances they deserve.

You bring the paddle.
We’ll bring the purpose.

📅 October 23 | 5–8 PM
📍 Old Town-Orono YMCA
🏓 Skill Level 3.5–4.5
PLAY. SUPPORT. SAVE LIVES.
🎟️ Sign up and play for the paws waiting for their forever homes.
https://animalorphanage.networkforgood.com/events/102928-pickleball-for-paws-skill-level-3-5-4-5-intermediate-advanced

Thank you to Hilton Garden Inn and Old Town Orono YMCA for sponsoring!

09/14/2026

🐾 PICKLEBALL FOR PAWS IS HERE! 🏓

Grab your paddle and play for a purpose!

Join us for Pickleball for Paws, a fun evening of pickleball benefiting Animal Orphanage and the animals who depend on our community.

📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Old Town-Orono YMCA
🏓 Intermediate/Advanced | Skill Level 3.5–4.5
Come compete, have fun, and make every serve count for something bigger.

PLAY. SUPPORT. SAVE LIVES. 🐾

🎟️ Register today — spots are limited!
https://animalorphanage.networkforgood.com/events/102928-pickleball-for-paws-skill-level-3-5-4-5-intermediate-advanced

Thank you to Hilton Garden Inn and Old Town Orono YMCA for sponsoring!

08/19/2026

05/04/2026

Hello everyone! IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING!!! The driveway is getting paved today! No more muddy paws! I'm so happy! Planted grass seed and some wildflower seeds. It's all starting to come together! I hope everyone is having a pleasant spring! 🌸 🪻 🐝

02/12/2026

01/27/2026

01/23/2026

Don't let today fool you! Be prepared! It's going to be deadly cold out this weekend. DO NOT LET YOUR CATS OUTSIDE TONIGHT! You want to be sure they are safe indoors BEFORE the bitter temps hit. Make sure you have a spot your dogs can go potty quickly! I snowblowed part my yard so my dogs can p*e as quickly as possible!
Stay safe! ❤️

Though we may have a bit of a reprieve from frigid temperatures today, the weekend is looking VERY cold. This means it's time to be extra careful about the safety of our fur friends.

If it's too cold for you 🥶, it's too cold for them. ❄️🐕🐈❄️

If you're looking for more details or tips for cold weather safety for pets, please visit https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/cold-weather-safety-tips.

For more information about building a pet-safe warming box, please visit: https://www.aspcapro.org/resource/winter-shelter-bins-community-cats-faq

01/20/2026

New sign!