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The SPCA of Hancock County is entirely community-funded - our animals rely on generous donors like you! https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/donate/
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Thank you for visiting the SPCA of Hancock County! Founded in 1911, the SPCA of Hancock County, Maine, is a life-saving organization committed to providing shelter and care for abandoned, stray and surrendered animals. Since opening the doors of our expanded facility in Trenton in October 2010, our organization has found homes for thousands of dogs and cats. We are also focused on community outrea

ch and education on proper and humane animal care. Due to the pandemic and concern for the safety of our staff and volunteers, all visits to the shelter are by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule an appointment to adopt, surrender a pet or stray animal, or with any other requests. We are accepting donations of pet food items, pet supplies, and anything you might find on our Amazon Wish List. These can be left at our front door or by the Volunteer Entrance. These entrances are regularly checked by staff for any dropped-off donations. If you're interested in volunteering with us, we would love to meet you. We have a great need for volunteers to help with general house-cleaning tasks around the shelter, help with animal care of dogs and/or cats, assist with groundskeeping and maintenance, perform public outreach at events, collecting bottles and redeemables from the vendors that donate to us, and so much more. If you would like to fundraise or donate to the SPCA, you can do so online or by contacting [email protected] to discuss ways to collaborate. Thank YOU for being the heroes to our animals. We could not do this life-saving work without the donations of time, money, and support that each of you give to us.

11/04/2024

PET OF THE WEEK: Miriam AKA The Snaggletooth Sweetheart

We are truly baffled that Miriam, AKA “The Snaggletooth Sweetheart”, is still waiting for her forever home here at the SPCA-HC. Miriam is the kindest, most gentle senior lady with all the love in the world to give. She is our go-to dog to bring to events and public outings because she has a perfect temperament with everyone… cats, dogs, kids, adults - you name it, she loves it! She will make an incredible companion, or even a perfect pet to bring into the office with you! She’s also a decorated champ; at her most recent event she won awards for Best Costume, Judge’s Favorite, and Best Pup! Looking into her sweet, gentle eyes, you would never know that she is the survivor of a horrific state seizure situation. Since being in our care, Miriam has gained about 15 pounds and is finally at a healthy weight, which she was more than happy to help gain. Miri loves snacks, treats, meal times, and anything else to do with food. Speaking of food, Miriam is on a prescription diet of Hill’s c/d urinary care. Don’t let that scare you! It can be easily purchased at most vet offices or ordered online from retailers like Chewy. Miriam is spayed, up to date on all vaccinations and preventatives, and has had a full senior blood panel and urinalysis run. Most importantly, Miriam is truly the sweetest, gentlest, most loving gal who deserves the most beautiful landing spot for her senior years. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions regarding Miriam!

11/03/2024

Estate sale - everything must go by 3pm, come make an offer!!!
18 Roberts Ave in Bar Harbor 💙 100% of proceeds go to the cats and dogs of the SPCA-HC 🐶 🐱

11/03/2024

18 Roberts Ave Estate Sale - EVERYTHING MUST GO!

11/03/2024

Up to half off at the 18 Roberts Ave Estate Sale in Bar Harbor this morning! We’ll be here from 9-3, come find some treasures with 100% of the proceeds going to the animals of the SPCA-HC! 💙

11/02/2024

Everything up to half off at the Estate Sale tomorrow say whaaaat??!!

100% of proceeds go to the animals of the SPCA-HC! See you from 9-3 at 18 Roberts Ave in Bar Harbor to get this stunning house cleared out!

11/02/2024

Benji says, “Look at all the beautiful things at the Estate Sale!”

We’ll be here at 18 Roberts Street in Bar Harbor today and tomorrow from 9-3pm! 100% of the proceeds go to the animals of the SPCA-HC 💙

10/31/2024

Happy Howl-o-ween from our festive cutie-pups! Wishing everyone a safe, fun day filled with lots of treats! 🧡🍬🦴🎃

10/28/2024

Thanks to all the runners, walkers and volunteers who braved the chilly winds yesterday to take part in our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine. Race results can be viewed in the attached photographs.

10/28/2024

✨PET OF THE WEEK: Xube ✨

This is Xube and and he’s exuuuberant! He’s a young pup and he acts like it. Xube loves people and playing; he could do it all day - cuddles, play, repeat! He is one of the Fab 5 from a state seizure who has had to overcome a lot. His puppy years have come and gone while he’s been shuffling around shelters, and he’s really ready to find his forever. It is non-negotiable that he go to a home with no other animals. He does not like dogs. He does not like cats. He thinks small animals are snacks. People? Amazing. Xube loves people and is a super happy pup. He doesn't love being left alone, he wants to be where his people are! If you do leave him alone, he will sing the song of his people, which sounds remarkably similar to a seagull. We know his requests are a bit specific, but boy is he worth it! He’s the sweetest, silliest boy and doesn't have a mean bone in his body when it comes to people. He’s a happy, active boy who does great on walks and playing fetch. He’s been through things that could have left him scared and grumpy, but he’s a very brave boy who has stayed happy and sweet through it all. We can’t wait for this happy man to finally find his landing spot!

10/27/2024

Thanks to all the walkers, runners, dogs, volunteers and sponsors who made our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run a great success. We will be posting race results by tomorrow morning. In the meantime, here are some great shots of today's event by Dean Tyler Photography

10/27/2024

It's here! As we are setting up for our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run race today at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine, we want to thank several of our amazing event sponsors, Timberland Acres RV Park, Trenton Flooring and Furniture and Moody's Collision Centers, for supporting our event and helping us raise money for the animals. Our fun 5K run/walk will start at 11 a.m. with day-of registration opening at 10 a.m. To find out more, visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/26/2024

Our 6th Annual Howl-O-Run is TOMORROW! Check-in starting 10am at Marlboro Beach! Here's some of our favorite pictures from last year to get you motivated and excited 🧡🎃🐶

Thank you to all of our amazing sponsors for making this possible! 💙

10/26/2024

Thanks to the wonderful employees at Stanley Subaru for once again helping to carve Jack-o-lanterns for our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K. Hope you can join us Sunday (tomorrow, Oct. 27) at 11 a.m. in Marlboro Beach in Lamoine for our Halloween-themed 5K run and walk.

10/25/2024

Special thanks to our media sponsor, Star 97.7, for their help in promoting our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K. Thank you Paul and the crew for all of your help and support! To find out more about our event, visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/25/2024

Thanks to our longtime supporters Becki Burns • RE/MAX Collaborative and Global Beverage Warehouse for sponsoring our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run. Becki has volunteered at Wine & Whiskers and other SPCA events and Global Beverage Warehouse regularly sponsors our 5K and also has an SPCA donation jar at their store. We hope to see you at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine for our Halloween-themed run/walk. For more information or to register, visit: https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/24/2024

Thanks to Dean Tyler Photography for volunteering to capture photos of our 6th Annual Howl-0-Run 5K. You'll see Dean out on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine capturing all the fun of our run/walk. So dress yourself and your well-behaved leashed canine pals in your best Halloween costumes! There will be prizes for fastest runners and best costumes - both for dogs and humans. To find out more or register, visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/24/2024

Special thank to Korey and Cindy at MDI Septic Services and Portable Toilets for donating restroom facilities for our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K! Hope to see you all on Sunday!

10/24/2024

Thank you to Bliss and Black Moon Public House in Ellsworth for sponsoring our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5 K! Black Moon will also be including coupons in every registration packet! Bliss and Black Moon Public House rock! Our awesome run/walk will be held at 11 a.m. this Sunday, Oct. 27, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine. For more information or to sign up, visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/23/2024

🌟!!! Cash for the critters alert !!! 🌟

In honor of Versant’s 100th Anniversary, they chose ten non-profits in their service area to donate to. Over 200 applications were submitted and recipients of these ten grants were selected by Versant Power employees ... WE WERE ONE OF THEM! 🎉🎉🎉 As a 100% community-funded organization, a gift like this makes a tremendous difference for our community animals. We are so thankful for this gift that will benefit the dogs and cats in our care, and congratulations to the other nine amazing organizations who received this tremendously generous gift as well! 💙

10/23/2024

Today we want to thank Lisa Hall Jewelry, Siam Orchid in Bar Harbor and Chris Parsons Building & Remodeling for sponsoring our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run. We can't thank these great local businesses enough for supporting the animals. Our fun 5K run/walk will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine. For more information or to register, visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/22/2024

Thanks to Penobscot Financial Advisors and Dead River Company for sponsoring our 6th Annual Jim Nobil Howl-O-Run 5K. The animals are so fortunate to have these two great businesses in our corner. Please join us at the our annual 5K run/walk which is being held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine. To find out more or register, please visit https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/howl-o-run-2024/

10/22/2024

Imagine this amount of matting, dirt, and fur glued to your skin... ☹️
When animals are matted, the mats grow tight, become itchy, and become hot on the their skin. This is extremely painful and dangerous to animals' health.

This senior sweetie, Grizwold, required a full shave to get rid of painful mats from his ears all the way down to his tail. The biggest mat removed in one piece was 7 inches that was connecting his chin to his stomach. Items found in his matting included f***s, blood, and wood shavings. He now gets a chance to start over with a fresh hairdo and lots of love! Griz will be getting tests sent out for a senior bloodwork panel, as well as getting a vet check-up before he's available for adoption. We want to be extra thorough given the condition he arrived to us in. He is the sweetest baby with a great appetite and so much love to give.

Interested in helping Grizzy through this journey? Please consider donating to our Feel Better Fund. Funds from here directly support the medical costs of our most in-need animals at the shelter, like sweet Grizwold
💙
https://www.spcahancockcounty.org/feel-better-fund/

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141 Bar Harbor Road
Trenton, ME
04605

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Wednesday	12pm - 4pm
Thursday	12pm - 4pm
Friday	12pm - 4pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm

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+12076678088

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http://www.spcahancockcounty.org/

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18 Roberts Ave Estate Sale - EVERYTHING MUST GO!

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Neptune MUST share his story with you... please be a good listener 😺🗣 #spcahcme #catsforadoption #chatterbox #adoptdontshop #shycatsneedlovetoo

Raffle Drawing

Congratulations Mary Ann, John, and Jamie! Thank you for buying tickets and supporting the 100+ cats and dogs in our care! 💙 🐱 🐶

Reasons you should shop cat toys on our Amazon wishlist: this video https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/39PU8UDQX2H64?ref_=wl_share 💙

These babies may not be lap cats but they will THE best of friends to furry companions in your home 💙 #spcahcme #shycatsneedlovetoo #rescuepetsrock #rescuecats #rescuecatsrule

Kitten-sitting

Can you watch the kittens for us while we do our morning cleaning?

Just a reminder to take some time for self care today, Chips always does! 💅 #spcahcme #shelterscatsrule #sheltercatsrock #rescuedismyfavoritebreed

Come give 14 year old Renaldo some sugar, sugar! #spcahcme #catsofinstagram #shelterpets #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #rescuecats #adoptdontshop

Learning how to eat out of bowls is fun 💙

Fine dining with Chips… or dare I say, a Fancy Feast 👀 🍽️ #spcahcme #finedining #FineDiningExperience #fancyfeast #sheltercatsrule

Hughies morning zoomies 🏎️ 🏎️ 🏎️ #spcahcme #shelterpups #shelterdogsrock #vroomvroom

Reasons you should visit Zoe & Jackie, our 17 & 14 year old bonded pair: this #spcahcme #seniorcatsrule #seniorcatsneedlovetoo #catsfacebook #catsofinstagram #rescuecats

Zoe doesn’t let age or arthritis break her stride or slow her down 🏎️ She’s going to do her morning stroll regardless! #spcahcme #seniorcatsrule #adoptdontshop #catsofinstagram #catsoffacebook #adoptme

An hour before we welcomed over 100 people into our Open House we got a message from a community member with a heart of gold desperately seeking help for this sweet, sweet stray kitty. Her tail was drenched in blood and she was starving. The amazing folks who reached out to us brought her to the AMAZING team at Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic for us. Per usual, they took outstanding care of this darling called Biskit… because despite everything she’s been through, she’s showed nothing but love and happily making her little biscuits 💙 She immediately captured the hearts of her vet techs and already has a medical foster lined up if needed! Biskit looks like a million bucks after her vet care and is enjoying snackies in her bed heated with a snuggle safe. Cheers to a beautiful day of adoptions, rescues, and kind people! 🥂