Welcome to the Somerset Humane Society Animal Shelter.

Our Mission Statement:

The Somerset Humane Society is dedicated to promoting compassion, preventing animal cruelty, and providing shelter and care for animals in need. We strive to provide animals with dignity, respect, and the highest quality of care possible. 

We are committed to creating a compassionate society for animals. Through our core values, goals, and programs, we work daily to improve the lives of animals in need. Together, we can create a world where animals are treated with dignity and respect.

SHS is a 501(c)3 no-kill shelter located in Skowhegan, Maine that relies primarily on private donors to fund our programs and services. We do not receive any federal tax money and we are not affiliated with any other humane organization in the United States. We are committed to providing temporary housing and care for stray and abandoned animals from the many towns we serve. We do our best to return lost pets to their owners and find suitable homes for the pets that are not reclaimed, as well as taking in owner surrendered pets as space permits.   

When you donate to SHS, your money stays in the community and helps displaced pets in the surrounding towns. Not only does your donation help unwanted pets find new homes, it also helps rehabilitate injured pets and educate the public about pet overpopulation.  You can use the donation button found on this page to make a one-time donation through PayPal, or you can set up a monthly recurring donation.  No amount is too small and every penny helps keep the shelter running.   

We appreciate all donations and use whatever we are given.  Click HERE to see a detailed list of new and used items that we are always in need of.  Without the help of our supporters, we would not be able to help as many animals as we currently do.  Thank you!!

Calling all of our wonderful supporters!

We are looking for donations of items for the Luck of the Draw Fundraiser we are organizing for June 22nd, 2025 at the Poulin-Turner Hall in Skowhegan.

We are looking for new and unused items, artisan or craft items, themed baskets, gift cards/certificates, etc. Even if it’s just one item, it all helps!

And as a thank you, anyone who brings in a donation for this event will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Walmart Gift Card. We will draw the winner at the event on June 22nd, but you do not have to be present to win.

Some ideas to spark your creative generosity are:

Dunkin Donuts goodies & gift card basket

Scentsy or Bath & Body Works etc basket

Book lovers basket (books, plush blanket, bookmark, mini reading light, etc)

Kids movie night basket (kids movies, popcorn, candy, drinks, etc)

Gardener’s basket (hand tools, gloves, gift card to flower nursery)

Tool Box (basic hand tools, tape measure, gift certificate to Home Depot, Lowes, or Agway)

Bird Watching Basket (bird feeders, seed, suet holder, ect)

Simple home goods basket, (candles, picture frames, baking mixes, home decor items, ect)

Chocolate Lovers Basket

Gamer Basket (controllers, games, gift certificate, etc)

Foodie Basket (gourmet foods, cookbooks, and kitchen gadgets, gourmet spices, artisanal chocolates, rare olive oils, etc)

Self Care basket (spa essentials like bath bombs, face masks, a plush robe, gift certificate to a local spa, etc)

Coffee Lovers Basket (specialty coffee blends, stylish mugs, a French press, etc)

Arts & Crafts Basket (paint, brushes, canvases, or a treasure trove of craft supplies like yarn, beads, and needles, etc)

Kids’ Activity Basket ( card and board games, books, coloring books, puzzles, craft kits, etc)

Beach Day Tote Bag (stuffed with beach towels, beach hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, beach toys)

Camping Supplies Basket

Grilling King Basket (grill tools, BBQ sauces, marinades and rubs)

Artisan Items

There are so many ideas…… Surprise us with your creativity!

Your name will be displayed by your donation at the event. Please contact us for any questions you may have.

Thank you!!!

 

Our friends at Aroma Joe’s in Skowhegan are doing a fundraiser for the shelter!  Details below.

Take a look at our current Bonfire Campaign! Get yourself a cool shirt!  

Click the link to see the other colors and styles available!

https://www.bonfire.com/shs-fundraiser-1/

Click the link to find out more information.

http://shsanimalshelter.com/board-of-directors/

 

Please call ahead for a morning appointment. 207-474-6493 

Our business hours are as follows:

Sunday: CLOSED

Monday: Open 1pm to 4pm

Tuesday: Open 1pm to 4pm

Wednesday: CLOSED

Thursday: Open 1pm to 5pm

Friday: Open 1pm to 5pm

Saturday: Open 1pm to 4pm