It's Summertime and AWS is busier than ever!    
The Animal Welfare Society
West Kennebunk, Maine
August, 2012
AWS offers "Summer Camp" for Long-Term Felines!

My Days at Summer Camp
By Panda

 When I heard through the staff at AWS that they were offering summer camp getaways (find out more about Summer Camp at the bottom of this story) to Long Term Resident cats, I decided to put myself up for it. I knew it might be a little scary at first but I could really use some "Me Time." So, I am writing to report how great it has been!


This is the view from my window.
I have relaxing classical music going. Did you know listening to Mozart makes you smarter?
There is grooming time and some nice warm meals to enjoy.





I enjoy my daily Yoga workouts. In fact, this is me working on my "Upward Facing Cat" pose.



 

Then there is my very own toy box! I am pouncing and wrestling and hunting again! There are other cats here, but I have my own private room to explore.

I hope some of my Long Term Resident friends get the chance to rejuvenate at a Summer Camp getaway!

Time for a nap.
Paws and Whiskers to you,
Panda

*Cats who have been available for adoption for more than 3 weeks or Long Term Residents, at the AWS are eligible for the Summer Camp Program. Summer Campers are chosen by a foster family to go to their home for a bit of a respite from the bustle of shelter life. In the meantime, their kennel is used for a new arrival during the busy summer months.

Want to bring home a short term "camper"? Download and fill out a foster application and return to melissa@animalwelfaresociety.org

 

It's time to register!

 
Join us for the

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2012
REGISTRATION IS AT 10AM
THE WALK STARTS AT 11AM
 at Mother's Beach, Kennebunk



Guest Host, Shannon Moss!




   

 



New this year! 

 





Special thanks to our underwriter:
 

Our Thanks to Top Dog Sponsors:


 Fetch 'N Fun 
 Harbor Consulting IP Services






Big Thanks to
Best Buddy Sponsors:

Amica Insurance  

 

Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital 

  

Patriot Subaru 

 

Now Hiring!
  
 

We are looking for a part-time, temporary employee to fill an 8 to 5, Saturday, Sunday, Monday schedule.

Starting rate of pay is $8.50 hour.  

 

The right candidate will have excellent customer service skills, will be outgoing, friendly, adaptable, and possess a strong work ethic.   

 

Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a clean driving record.  

 

This position has the potential to become a full-time, permanent position at which time a benefits package will be included.

 

Applications are available in-person only. 

Did you know??

The Animal Welfare Society has evening hours for adoptions!  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday we are open until 7pm for visits and adoptions!  Stop in, you might meet your new best friend!
 


EVENTS

SAVE THE DATE!

 

August 17 (Fri)

Walmart on Main Street in Sanford welcomes to the AWS Mobile Adoption Team

from 10am - 1pm

for a donation drive sponsored by Purina and Nestle. 

    

 

August 18 (Sat)   

AWS Humane Educator and a pet at the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine, Free Street, Portland for a program on animal care and handling from 10:30 -11:30am. 

plus,

The Animal Welfare Society Mobile Adoption Team will visit Pet Quarters on Route 1 in Wells with adoptable dogs from 11 - 1.

 

August 21 (Tues)

Margaritas on St. John Street, Portland

will donate 15% of the evening's sales to the Animal Welfare Society. Guests must say that they are there for the fundraiser.

 

August 25 (Sat)  

Society of Southern Maine Craftsman Craft Fair

on the Green, Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport. Have a Congdon's Donut or a Shield's hamburger at the AWS table, buy a raffle ticket or some AWS logo wear. All proceeds from the table benefit the shelter. Rain date Sunday, August 26.  

    

September 8 (Sat)   

The Animal Welfare Society Mobile Adoption Team will visit Pet Life on Main Street in Sanford with adoptable dogs from 11 - 1.   

 

September 9 (Sun)  

Strut Your Mutt Walk at Mother's Beach, Kennebunk.  Walkers Wanted, two-legged and four-legged! This scenic walk on the three Kennebunk Beaches raises money for the AWS Sadie Fund, a medical fund for animals in need. Registration begins at 10:00am and the walk starts at 11:00am.   

New this year, Junior Strut for kids who want to assist with the AWS mission!    

   

September 11 (Tues)

Reiki Level I Class 

This class is required in order for volunteers to participate in the monthly "Provide Healing Using Reiki" or PHUR (pronounced fur) group. The fee is deeply reduced for AWS volunteers. Please email Michele Lowry of Nikoe Natural Therapies directly for more info or to sign up  nikoetherapies@yahoo.com.
Not currently a volunteer but interested?  Contact  or download and fill out a volunteer application.

  A portion of the fee will go to the AWS. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a light lunch. If you have a journal, you are welcome to bring it with you.  

 

September 14th - 16th (Fri - Sun) PetSmart Charities® National Adoption Event at Biddeford Crossing.
The Mobile Adoption Team will visit with adoptable dogs throughout the weekend. Adoption counselors will be available in the store on Thursdays: 5-7pm, Fridays: 9am-Noon, Saturdays: Noon-5pm, and Sundays: Noon-5pm

September 15 (Sat)  AWS Humane Educator and a pet at the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
on Free Street in Portland for a program on animal care and handling from

 10:30 -11:30am. 

 

October 13 (Sat)  

Haunted Walk through the woods at the Animal Welfare Society

 AWS and Behind the Scenes Charity team up to raise money for animals in need. Guided Tours start at 6:30, Live Entertainment, Candy for the Little Spookers and More! $4.00 per person - kids under 12 years old only $3.00. This is an outdoor event, be sure to dress appropriately. Please leave your pets at home. Rain date: Sunday, October 14th.  

 

For more information about AWS events call  

207-985-3244 x117 or email gail@animalwelfaresociety.org

 

 


More "Paws in Stripes" Puppies will be available soon! 
 
 The Animal Welfare Society  partners with the Maine Correctional Center (MCC) in Windham on an exciting and heart-warming program:  Paws in Stripes. Every six weeks puppies who are transferred to AWS through our pAWS Across America Program are brought to the prison for six weeks of socialization, obedience classes, house training and most importantly, one-on-one love and attention.

At the end of the six weeks the puppies return to the shelter and are ready to be adopted.

The next class graduates in early September, so watch our website for more details!   

 

 

Kids Love Pets! 

No doubt about it!!    

 

   

 

Today's young animal lovers are the future of animal welfare.   

 

In order to thank the many children who go out of their way to help the homeless animals at the AWS, our Humane Educator offers Hero Tours.  

 

Hero Tours are for children who make a contribution of any size to AWS. When a child makes a donation, our humane educator contacts the child to schedule a behind-the-scenes tour of the facility. After the tour, the child receives a Certificate of Appreciation and sticker. The child also has the option of having their picture taken for our web site.   

 

Meet some recent AWS Heroes!  

 

For more information please contact our Humane Educator at 207-985-3244 Ext. 109 or lona@animalwelfaresociety.org