In an effort to help people and pets find each other, your Lincoln website has added this Pet Page. If you’ve found a stray animal, lost your own pet, or would like to adopt a cat or dog to keep you company, we’re here to help!
We encourage you have your pets spayed or neutered to prevent unwanted litters, and to take good care of them. Remember not to leave your pets in a hot car, and make sure they have plenty of water on those hot summer days. Treat them kindly and they will repay you with their unconditional love.
New cat cages have been installed at Penobscot Valley Humane Society!
If you find a stray or injured animal
Residents of Lincoln can call the non-emergency number at the Lincoln Police Department (794-8455) for any animal-related situation. The LPD will call the Animal Control Officer.
For animal control in other area towns, call:
Burlington – Meg Crocker-Curtis 732-3861
Chester, Howland – Lori Jandreau 290-7756
Enfield – town office 732-4270
Lee – Jay Crocker 403-3682
Lowell – Thurlow Harper 794-5413
Mattawamkeag – Alice Gray 736-7777, pager 818-1294
Springfield – Bruce Swan 738-5134
Winn – Laurie Weller 736-2405
How you can help
Besides reporting any stray or injured pets you find, you can help the folks at the animal shelter by donating the following useful items: canned or dry cat or dog food, cat litter, bleach, newspapers and cat or dog toys. Of course, cash donations are always gratefully accepted. Perhaps your club, organization or school class could help raise funds or collect needed items for the shelter. If you have any questions, please contact the shelter (see contact info below).
Adopt a pet!
There are many pets currently waiting for forever homes at the Penobscot Valley Humane Society shelter. Adopt one today!
If you can no longer take care of your pet
If you can no longer take care of your pet, and wish to surrender it to the Penobscot Valley Humane Society, you can sign a form and pay a fee so your pet can then be adopted. PLEASE do not simply dump your cat or dog somewhere and hope they will find a new home. The shelter is open 7 days a week (9 am to noon and 1 pm to 4 pm), and is located at 1 Park Avenue, near West Broadway. The shelter can be reached by phone at 794-3457.
If your pet escapes
We encourage everyone to keep your dogs on a leash or fenced in, and your cats inside if possible. It’s much safer for them. If your pet does stray away, send us a photo, a description of the pet and your contact information ASAP so we can help reunite you with your animal friend. CLICK HERE to e-mail us.
Your Pets
Pets provide good company and entertainment, and can help us live happier, healthier lives. Those of you who love your animal companions know what we mean. We at www.WelcomeToLincolnMaine.com hope many of our visitors will adopt a pet! Drop by the shelter today. A furry friend is waiting for you . . .