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Greater Androscoggin Humane Society

Our Vision:

A compassionate community that promotes a safe and humane life for all animals.

Our Mission:

The GAHS enriches lives; supporting and engaging the community by providing effective, accessible and innovative services and advocacy for animals.

How we pursue our mission:

• We shelter companion animals in need and place them in loving homes.

• We provide information to our community to promote humane treatment for all animals.

• We provide community support programs to help people provide better lives for their pets.

• We expand access to essential veterinary care and behavioral support for companion animals.

• We prioritize reunification of lost pets with the families who love them.

Our Core Values
Respect, Positivity, Innovation, Teamwork, and Adaptability

Contact
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Website
http://www.gahumane.org/
Phone
(207) 783-2311
Donation
Donate to this rescue
Email
info@gahumane.org
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55 Strawberry Avenue,
Lewiston, ME, 04240

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Adoptable pets at Greater Androscoggin Humane Society
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Kachino - pending adoption

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Lewiston, ME
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Taedra

Guinea Pig

Female, Baby
Lewiston, ME
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Nala

Hamster

Female, Young
Lewiston, ME
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Nello

Maine Coon/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Lewiston, ME
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Honey - Available in Foster

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Lewiston, ME
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Monkey

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Puppy
Lewiston, ME
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Stripes

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Puppy
Lewiston, ME
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Skunky Monkey

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Lewiston, ME
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Shelter FAQs

Intakes from Auburn, Canton, Greene, Hebron, Leeds, Lewiston, Livermore, Minot, New Gloucester, Turner, Rumford, and Wales.

Adoptions to anywhere!

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Interview
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Please note that filling out an application in advance of visiting does not put a "hold" on any animals. All adoption visits are held on a first-come, first-served basis.

Adoption application

https://gahumane.org/adopt/how-to-adopt/

https://gahumane.org/give/general-donations/

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MR. MOE

English Setter

Male, Adult
Portland, ME
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Joker

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Conway, NH
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Sorrel

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Bowdoin, ME
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KITTY MRS. BIGGS

Domestic Mediumhair

Female Adult
Portland, ME
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Grace

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Farmington, ME
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ABANDONED CHIHUAHUAS-FOSTER NEEDED

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Portland, ME

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