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Greater Androscoggin Humane Society

Animal shelter in Lewiston, ME

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 —
Email info@gahumane.org
Phone (207) 783-2311
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Address
55 Strawberry Avenue
Lewiston, ME 04240
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55 Strawberry Avenue

Lewiston, ME 04240

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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Greater Androscoggin Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Fluffernutter's adoption status with email updates.
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Fluffernutter

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Marmalade's adoption status with email updates.
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Marmalade

Domestic Longhair

Male, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut Butter's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut Butter

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Vana's adoption status with email updates.
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Vana

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Cinnamon's adoption status with email updates.
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Cinnamon

Domestic Longhair

Female, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Paprika's adoption status with email updates.
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Paprika

Domestic Longhair

Male, 2 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Nova's adoption status with email updates.
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Nova

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Lewiston, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Freeze Dried Skittles @ PetCo's adoption status with email updates.
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Freeze Dried Skittles @ PetCo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
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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We'll also keep you updated on 57179939's adoption status with email updates.
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57179939

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Farmington, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Wednesday's adoption status with email updates.
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Wednesday

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 mos
Yarmouth, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Winston's adoption status with email updates.
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Winston

Anatolian Shepherd/Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 7 mos
Yarmouth, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Paul's adoption status with email updates.
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Paul

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Sidney, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Sarah's adoption status with email updates.
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Sarah

Cockapoo

Female, Puppy
Brunswick, ME
We'll also keep you updated on Oscar's adoption status with email updates.
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Oscar

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 14 yrs 4 mos
Cumberland, ME

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