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Charley's Strays Charley's Strays is a small, private, 501c3 non-profit, no-kill dog shelter /refuge located in Clinton. ME. Charley's Strays is licensed to hold 33 dogs.

However, we try to limit ourselves to 20-25 to make sure that each dog gets enough attention. We have heated indoor/outdoor kennels where the dogs stay during the night and bad weather, and also large outdoor pens (pictured above), where they can hang out during the day in nice weather. Additionally, then entire property is fenced in, so the dogs get time to run and play outside of pens/kennels. W

e have a caretaker who lives on site, so the dogs have lots of one-on-one attention and someone is here every night as well as during the days. We have a few dedicated volunteers who visit to walk the dogs throughout the week. Due to the fact that someone lives on site so it is actually a home for a human, as well as dogs, we ask that you call / email the shelter to make an appointment before coming by. We are not a traditional shelter with operating hours, and loads of volunteers and staff. We do have some very nice, adoptable dogs and some dogs that will stay with us forever due to behavior or other issues. We need adopters for the adoptable dogs and sponsors for the pups that may not be able to go to regular homes. There is no limited/poor quality internet access on site at Charley's, so please be patient if you send an email and do not receive an immediate response. This page is maintained by a volunteer who lives elsewhere:)

Sadie is an energetic and adorable mixed breed pup (Retriever/ Lab?) who is approximately one year old. She was just tra...
22/07/2025

Sadie is an energetic and adorable mixed breed pup (Retriever/ Lab?) who is approximately one year old. She was just transferred to our shelter by our rescue partner in the South. She is a medium sized dog, weighing 35-40 lbs.

From our volunteer Bonnie B:
“She is friendly and is all puppy.”

At her originating shelter she enjoyed running and playing with Peach and Plum who also came north with Sadie but have since found homes.

A commitment to daily exercise and positive reinforcement training are a must for this young active girl.

If you are Interested in meeting Sadie, please e-mail [email protected] or visit her Petfinder profile via the link below:

https://www.petfinder.com/dog/sadie-77080539/me/clinton/charleys-strays-me85/

Thank you to Penny and Lisa for donating food, treats, blankets and other assorted goodies in support of our animals.  M...
21/07/2025

Thank you to Penny and Lisa for donating food, treats, blankets and other assorted goodies in support of our animals. Much gratitude to Bonnie and her canine sidekick, Roscoe, for delivering the donations to the shelter. Roscoe really enjoyed running around the shelter yard and visiting with his friend Rebecca :)

Meet FarahFarah Is a sweet Boston terrier mix that was recently transferred to our shelter from and overcrowded rescue i...
17/07/2025

Meet Farah

Farah Is a sweet Boston terrier mix that was recently transferred to our shelter from and overcrowded rescue in the South. She is approximately 3.5 years old weighs around 20 lb.

Farah was found as a stray in the woods down South and appeared to have been on her own for a while. She would probably do best in a quieter home with no children or older children.

From our volunteer Bonnie B:
“She is playful and friendly and acts younger than three, as she still puppy nibbles while playing.”

Please e-mail [email protected] if you are Interested in meeting Farah. or visit:

https://www.petfinder.com/dog/farah-77084381/me/clinton/charleys-strays-me85/

Great tips on how to safely introduce dogs to cats!
16/07/2025

Great tips on how to safely introduce dogs to cats!

Learn different methods for how to introduce a dog to a cat, including how to introduce puppies and kittens.

Meet Frankie!Frankie is an adorable medium-sized yellow lab mix that is approximately 6-7 years old and weighs 56 lbs. F...
13/07/2025

Meet Frankie!

Frankie is an adorable medium-sized yellow lab mix that is approximately 6-7 years old and weighs 56 lbs.

From our volunteer Bonnie B:
“Honestly, he is one of the sweetest, most well-mannered, friendliest dogs I have ever met – he is a very good boy. Whoever adopts Frankie is truly fortunate… I wish I could!”

Frankie was adopted out 5 years ago by our southern rescue partner to a home in New England. The adopter recently contacted the originating rescue to return Frankie stating that life changes and children left no time to care for Frankie.

Instead of sending Frankie back down South, we invited him to come to Charley's Strays to find a new home and life. Can you imagine landing in a shelter after spending so much time in a home?

This is an amazing and friendly pup who would be a wonderful match for someone who enjoys spending time with their canine best friend!

If you're interested in meeting Frankie, please e-mail [email protected]. Please bring resident dogs and children to the shelter for a meet and greet or visit:

https://www.petfinder.com/dog/frankie-77080661/me/clinton/charleys-strays-me85/

Thank you Loyal Biscuit Co. for always being there to help! Charley's Strays : Awarded $1,502.41 to replace damaged and ...
12/07/2025

Thank you Loyal Biscuit Co. for always being there to help!

Charley's Strays : Awarded $1,502.41 to replace damaged and failing gates for the kennel's outside runs. New gates will keep the dogs, staff and volunteers safe when the dogs are in the outside runs, which allow crucial outdoor time for the dogs for mental well-being and socialization.

We are so excited to announce the July 2025 recipients of our Fenway Fund!

Our all-employee committee selected their eight round of applicants to receive grant funding for projects they feel best met the criteria of the fund, for a total donation of $5,500.00.

Charley's Strays : Awarded $1,502.41 to replace damaged and failing gates for the kennel's outside runs. New gates will keep the dogs, staff and volunteers safe when the dogs are in the outside runs, which allow crucial outdoor time for the dogs for mental well-being and socialization.

Pope Memorial Humane Society : Awarded $982.99 to purchase and replace the shelter’s dog washing station with a new stainless steel one. The old one was in a constant state of disrepair and the porous surface did not lend itself well to a hygienic environment.

Safe Harbor Sanctuary : Awarded $1,149.99 to purchase materials to expand their current dog yard. This expansion will provide lots of extra space for the in house dogs to run and play outside.

Somerset Humane Society : Awarded $1,864.61 towards their Pawsitive Pathways program to help address behavioral challenges in shelter dogs that can often serve as barriers to adoption.

Since its beginnings in 2019, Loyal Biscuit Fenway Fund has donated over $95,000 to local organizations.

LOST DOG - CLINTON, MERuby, a red mini bullie, is missing from her home on Hinckley Road. She is 8 years old, 50 lbs., w...
06/07/2025

LOST DOG - CLINTON, ME

Ruby, a red mini bullie, is missing from her home on Hinckley Road. She is 8 years old, 50 lbs., wearing an collar and tattooed. Ruby is SHY - DO NOT CALL OR CHASE HER. If you see Ruby call June at 207-509-0797.

7/21/25. Ruby is still missing with no sightings. If you see Ruby call June at 207-509-0797.

** UPDATE 7/7/25 ** Ruby is still missing. If you see Ruby call June at 207-509-0797.

** 7/3/25 ** LOST DOG - CLINTON, ME

Ruby, a red mini bullie, is missing from her home on Hinckley Road. She is 8 years old, 50 lbs., wearing an collar and tattooed. Ruby is SHY - DO NOT CALL OR CHASE HER. If you see Ruby call June at 207-509-0797.
Humane Society Waterville Area

Welcome to our new arrivals: Peach, Plum, Sadie, Frankie and Farah!  These cutie pies just arrived from our partner resc...
29/06/2025

Welcome to our new arrivals: Peach, Plum, Sadie, Frankie and Farah!

These cutie pies just arrived from our partner rescue in the South. Stay tuned for more detailed bio information as we get to know them.

Our dogs are met on an appointment basis. Please e-mail [email protected] or call 207-426-9482 to set up a time to come meet your new best friend!

https://charleysstrays.us/animals.htm

HOT CARS KILL!
24/06/2025

HOT CARS KILL!

HOT CARS KILL!

This should not even need to be stated ….Leave your dog (or other domesticated animals) at home!

It is that time of year again - when animals are in danger of dying from heat exposure if left in hot vehicles unattended. Speaking up for these animals will literally save lives.

>>> It is illegal in Maine to jeopardize an animal's safety, health or well-being due heat, cold or lack of adequate ventilation.

Thank you Loyal Biscuit Co. for this latest batch of amazing donations! While volunteer Bonnie B. was at the store picki...
18/06/2025

Thank you Loyal Biscuit Co. for this latest batch of amazing donations!

While volunteer Bonnie B. was at the store picking up these donations, she ran into one of our adopted dogs, formerly Prince now Max! He's now three and is a handsome boy. He's happy, friendly, and is a fast runner who enjoys running around with other dogs at the dog park. He gave Bonnie kisses, a sit, and his paw!

Look at that smile! Why is adorable Bebe is still waiting for her forever home? She's a wonderful dog and a great size. ...
15/06/2025

Look at that smile! Why is adorable Bebe is still waiting for her forever home? She's a wonderful dog and a great size.

Good with other dogs, not a great match for cats. Please help her find the perfect forever family!

To adopt or for more information about Bebe, please visit her Petfinder profile:
https://www.petfinder.com/dog/bebe-73339548/me/clinton/charleys-strays-me85/

Found dog, Fairfield. Sharing from Somerset Humane Society.(The ticks have been removed and the pup will be seen by a ve...
10/06/2025

Found dog, Fairfield. Sharing from Somerset Humane Society.
(The ticks have been removed and the pup will be seen by a vet shortly)

Please Share!
This boy was brought in from the Fairfield ACO on 6/8. We have heard that he has been on the run for sometime now, but he is very friendly, so we would like to think he has a family.
He was loaded with ticks when he came in.... This photo was taken when our staff came into work to find him in our ACO kennel. Since then, we have removed tons of ticks.
He could have traveled some distance, so please help spread the word that he is here at the shelter.
If he is your dog please call 207-474-6493

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