The Messenger Animal Rescue in Harrington, Maine

The Messenger Animal Rescue is at 1373 Main Street, Harrington, ME 04643 in Washington County.

The recorded opening hours are "Varies- check Facebook weekly". Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (207) 483-8018 before you go.

Contact the organization for its list of adoptable animals and its application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

The Messenger Animal Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 87-3685934), with reported annual revenue of about $255,182. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.