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Animal Welfare · Lewiston

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Find animal shelters, pet food support, adoption services, and lower-cost veterinary resources in or around Lewiston.

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Animal welfare resources around Lewiston

Local listings and statewide options. Contact the organization before visiting.

  • Shelters & adoption

    Greater Androscoggin Humane Society

    55 Strawberry Ave, Lewiston, ME 04240

    Open-admission shelter serving Androscoggin County with adoption, foster, low-cost spay/neuter, and the Fetchin' Food pet food bank. No-appointment pet food assistance for families struggling to feed their animals.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Tue-Sat 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sun-Mon closed
    Who this helps
    Open to the general public. Adoption available to anyone who completes an application. Fetchin' Food pet food bank available to any community member struggling to feed their pets. No income verification required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Veterinary help

    Community Spay-Neuter Clinic

    321 Lewiston Rd, Topsham, ME 04086

    High-volume, low-cost spay/neuter clinic serving Maine. Affordable sterilization surgery for cats with additional vaccines available. Located in Topsham, serving communities across the state.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    By appointment, call (207) 721-8395
    Who this helps
    Open to all pet owners. Low-cost pricing for everyone. No income restrictions for basic services.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation

    Misfits Rehab

    850 Garfield Rd, Auburn, ME 04210

    Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center caring for injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals. Provides medical treatment and rehabilitation with the goal of releasing healthy animals back into the wild. Community-funded, no government support.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call (207) 212-1039 or email [email protected]
    Who this helps
    Contact Misfits Rehab if you find injured, orphaned, or sick wildlife in the Maine area. They accept wild animals in need of rescue and rehabilitation.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pet food

    Kommunity Kritters

    155 Lisbon St, Lewiston, ME 04240

    Free pet food pantry serving Lewiston's Tree Streets neighborhood and beyond. Food and supplies for cats, dogs, and small animals. Also connects owners with low-cost spay/neuter.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Wed, Fri 11am-4pm
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone with pets who needs help. No ID or income verification.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Veterinary help

    Help Fix ME

    Statewide support

    State-run low-cost spay/neuter program for cats and dogs. Vouchers available for qualifying Maine pet owners to use at participating veterinarians statewide. Helps reduce pet overpopulation.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call 1-800-367-1317 or email [email protected]
    Who this helps
    Available to Maine residents who qualify based on income or receive public assistance (MaineCare, SNAP, SSI, etc.). Vouchers can be used at participating veterinary clinics across Maine.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pet food

    Spectrum Generations AniMeals

    Statewide support

    Free pet food delivered to homebound seniors alongside Meals on Wheels. Keeps seniors and their companion animals together.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Delivered with Meals on Wheels schedule
    Who this helps
    Homebound seniors receiving Meals on Wheels.

    Confirm details with the organization.

Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.

Before you call or visit.

Shelters, food programs, and clinics offer different kinds of help.

  1. Ask about your animal

    Confirm which species, sizes, and services the program handles. Ask about appointments and current capacity.

  2. Check cost and funding

    A low-cost clinic is not always free. Ask about fees, assistance requirements, and whether funding is currently available.

  3. Plan for the visit

    Ask what records, carrier, leash, or other supplies to bring. For a sick or injured pet, contact a veterinarian directly.