Bangor Humane Society

10/23/2026

It's Feel Good Friday, y'all! And this Friday we are thrilled to FINALLY announce the winner of our 2027 Paws On Parade Logo Contest!

To recap: Each year, artists submit their original work and the public votes on their favorite as we lead up to Paws On Parade. On the day of the event, we display each artwork and those in attendance add their votes to the count and we unveil the following year's logo LIVE.

But this year, there was a tie. That's never happened before!

We needed a tie breaker.

So, for the last few weeks, we've asked folks to vote on their favorite logo and folks, we have a winner!!!

Congratulations to Aidan Earthridge for creating the art that will be featured on all things Paws On Parade in 2027. Pup, Pup, Hooray!! Aidan--we'll be in touch soon!

A huge thanks to all of our other submissions:

Lucien Knights, runner up and two-time winner
Rachael Alberts
Jim Lagasse
Pickle Moon
Eva Ford
Marcus Walker

10/22/2026

It's National Make A Dog's Day!! And it's time for another Chewbaru giveaway!

This year marks Subaru's eighth annual Make A Dog's Day and we want to see YOU MAKING YOUR DOG'S DAY!!!

📸Post a photo or video of you and your dog (or just your dog) doing something they love (playing, snuggling, eating, going for a ride in the car, wearing their favorite costume, whatever they love!!).
#⃣ Add the hashtag
🏅We'll pick two winners to collect a Chewbaru toy for their dog!!

There are a million things you can do as long as it makes your dog happy. Show off your adventures, post them here, and for every unique photo with the hashtag, we'll earn $10--up to $6,250!! Get going!!

PS-none of the dogs in these photos are available--they all had their days made when they went to their fur-ever homes!

10/21/2026

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

We're looking for two Part-Time* Shelter Helpers and a Full-Time** Adoption Counselor to round out our crew of compassionate and mission-driven animal lovers. If you've ever dreamed of working in an animal shelter, now's your chance!

Please visit us at https://www.bangorhumane.org/who-we-are/employment/ to view the complete job descriptions and then send your cover letter, resume, and completed Employment Application to [email protected].

*P/T positions start at minimum wage with opportunities for performance-based increases.

**F/T positions may begin at minimum wage, with higher pay based on experience. BHS offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; an employer-matched retirement plan; health reimbursement benefits; and generous paid time off.

10/21/2026

Due to being shortstaffed, we will be closing at 5pm this evening. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will reopen at 1pm tomorrow.

If you experience an animal related emergency after 5pm, please contact your local Animal Control Officer.

Thank you for your patience as we work on getting a few more folks hired! Interested in joining our team? Visit us here: https://www.bangorhumane.org/who-we-are/employment/

10/21/2026

ADOPTION FEES ARE ONLY $50 FOR PETS 1 YEAR AND OLDER!!

Right now and through Saturday, October 24th, in celebration of PetSmart’s National Adoption Week, we are offering a $50 adoption fee for all dogs and cats one year or older! Our friends from PetSmart- Bangor, Maine will be on site to register new adopters in their rewards program and hand out coupon books full of great pet supply bargains!!

✅All of our regular adoption policies that ensure best fit still apply.

🏠If you rent, we must be able to contact your landlord to confirm you are permitted to have pets.

⏰Save time by filling out an application, which you can find here: https://www.bangorhumane.org/adoption/adoption-policies-fees/.

🐾Look at all of our available animals here: https://www.bangorhumane.org/adoption/pet-listings/

10/20/2026

It's a CHEWBARU GIVEAWAY!!

It’s still month with Subaru of New England!! We've already chosen 4 Chewbaru recipients (check the bottom of this post to see if you were one of them!) who have posted photos of their furry lovebugs, but we still have more to give away! Post a photo of your pawsome pals with the hashtag and we'll choose a few more winners early next week.

For every unique photo 📸 or video of a pet with the hashtag, we will earn $10, up to $6,250!!! So, get posting and if we think your pet is the cutest, you could win a fresh new Chewbaru!

🏅Winners, please stop by the shelter and give your name at the front desk--we have your Chewbaru!

Samantha Hayes
Shirley Regan
Lee Ann Robertson
Jamie Nowell Dow

10/19/2026

We currently have 8 bottle kittens in foster care right now and we need your help making sure they get what they need! Our Chewy Wish List includes lots of items that will help make sure these kittens grow strong and healthy, from Kitten Milk Replacer to warming pads. Please take a look and see if there's anything you might be willing to donate to our shelter. You can also order from Amazon (we're working on rebuilding our wish list there) or any other pet site that carries the items we need and have them sent to Bangor Humane Society, 693 Mount Hope Ave., Bangor, ME 04401.

Check out our Chewy Wish List here: https://www.chewy.com/g/bangor-humane-society_b123488389 -list&wishlistsortby=AVAILABILITY

PS-While each of the kittens pictured have been, or may currently be, in foster care through BHS at one time, these photos are just being used as attention-getters and we cannot tell you anything about these friends except that your help makes their comfort possible.

10/16/2026

Winnie’s story is a powerful reminder of the impact of compassionate support. After losing a leg, she gained a loving home and newfound freedom. Your contributions enable us to provide essential medical care and second chances for pets in need. Together, we can continue to make a difference. Join us in supporting the Bangor Humane Society.

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10/14/2026

We are closed today, Wednesday, October 14th so our staff can attend the Maine Humane conference and be even better at what they do.

We will reopen tomorrow, Thursday, October 15th at 1pm.

If your need is urgent please contact your local Animal Control Officer.

10/13/2026

This month is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and we are proud to support our friends at Partners for Peace. Serving our communities for more than 50 years, they know that pets play an important role in the lives of survivors. Learn more about their pet-friendly shelter here: https://www.partnersforpeaceme.org/resources/shelter/.

Did you know that 48% of domestic violence survivors delay leaving their abusers because they don't want to leave their pets behind?

Yet only 20% of shelters that house victims are pet-friendly.

25% of survivors will return to their abuser to try and keep their pets safe.

If you'd like to learn more about the connection between domestic violence and pets, please visit https://redrover.org/domestic-violence-and-pets/.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and need immediate assistance:

📱Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.7233.
🔗Visit DomesticShelters.org to find domestic violence shelters that offer a pet program.
🐕Visit Safe Haven for Pets to find animal organizations that provide boarding or fostering for pets, as well as domestic violence shelters that offer a pet program.