Other than investigation of animal cruelty, abuse or neglect what other responsibilities does the Animal Welfare Program have?
Other responsibilities of the AWP are to… • Inspect and license over 400 boarding kennels, breeding kennels, animal shelters, pet shops and research facilities • Implement and administer the dog-licensing program with the municipalities. • Implement and administer the On Line dog-licensing program. • Implement and administer the AWP sponsored “Help Fix ME” spay/neuter program for low-income dog and cat owners. • Implement and administer the Animal Control Officer basic training and certification. • Increase awareness of the “check off” box starting on the 2005 State of Maine tax forms. This will allow taxpayers to contribute to the “Help Fix ME” spay/neuter program. • Partner in the State Rabies Working Group. • Partner in the State of Maine Animal Recovery Team (SMART) for both natural and man made disasters. • Educate and assist with disaster planning for both shelters and pet owners. • Create and present Humane Education to all age levels. The program illustrates the link between •
