Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals

Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals MSSPA, founded in 1872, protects the health and welfare of neglected and abused equines.

The Society houses horses who have suffered from abuse or neglect and have been seized by Maine law enforcement agents. They are rehabilitated, (re)trained, and evaluated for placement in adoptive homes. Please visit our website often to view the horses available for adoption - www.msspa.org/adopt/. The MSSPA is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) entity and receives no federal, state or local funding. The So

ciety is entirely funded by donations, bequests, grants, and fund-raising activities. MSSPA does not charge for its services and seeks no reimbursement from any public source. We provide more than one million dollars in services annually to the taxpayers of Maine and salvation to abused animals. For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or 207-892-3040.

"I've got gadgets and gizmos a-plenty - I've got whozits and whatzits galore...You want horse blankets? I've got twenty!...
12/06/2025

"I've got gadgets and gizmos a-plenty - I've got whozits and whatzits galore...You want horse blankets? I've got twenty!...But who cares? No big deal...I want more!" šŸ˜‚ And *next* Saturday, December 13th, you can get more...! at Treasure's Tack Shack Horse Blanket Bonanza! The Tack Shack will be open for its regular hours - 10:00 AM until noon -- but we'll have an area set aside featuring all the beautiful and gently-used horse blankets that we have ready to purchase by donation. We've got LOADS...and winter is upon us. So come 'shop the Shack!' Treasure's Tack Shack is located at the MSSPA at 279 River Road in Windham.

12/05/2025

The work of the MSSPA is fueled in countless ways ā€“ folks who donate their time, treasure, and talent encompasses such a wide array of gifts to the horses. Here at the farm, we employ a ā€˜live and let liveā€™ attitude to the wildlife that calls these 124 acres home, however - our hearty band of pigeons present challenges that had to be overcome. The Society hired Fox Pest Control (Portland branch) to install netting that will prevent the pigeons from taking up residence in the new McCulloch Family Barn. Casting an even wider net, Fox Pest Control offered to *donate* their services to the MSSPA to install that same netting in our older, small barn. Despite our best efforts, that barn has become ā€˜pigeon centralā€™ and their droppings create a health hazard. The Society is so grateful to local companies like Fox Pest Control (Portland Branch) that generously support the important rehabilitation work that happens here.

"Honest, Sophie," whispered Letti to her best pal. "He knows if you've been bad or good!"
12/05/2025

"Honest, Sophie," whispered Letti to her best pal. "He knows if you've been bad or good!"

The Society is so grateful to Cassandra Severino, founder, owner, and designer of Calyse bags - beautiful, one-of-a-kind...
12/05/2025

The Society is so grateful to Cassandra Severino, founder, owner, and designer of Calyse bags - beautiful, one-of-a-kind bags created from repurposed tack. Each year, she donates a bag to the MSSPA for our Calyse bag drawing. This year's bag is her design she calls the Saint. The Saint is a small crossbody bag made from a repurposed vintage saddle. This petite yet sturdy bag has a totally unique character! The flap closure is secured by a tuck lock that is easily released with the push of a button. This particular Saint bag has a detachable crossbody strap created from a repurposed webbed rein. Measuring 8ā€w x 5.5ā€h x 1.75ā€d, and adorned in solid, natural brass hardware, this design normally retails for $495.00. *This* Saint bag actually has an imprint on it which resembles a Friesian! So appropriate for this year. You can learn more at https://www.msspa.org/calyse-bag/. Make a donation to this drawing based on the number of entries you'd like - $35 for one entry, $60 for two entries, $100 for four entries, and $160 for 8 entries. Thank you SO much for your support, big thanks to Calyse bags, and good luck!

While MSSPA staffer Kenny (yes, that's Kenny) was ministering to Kevin, little Finn graciously offered to help in any wa...
12/04/2025

While MSSPA staffer Kenny (yes, that's Kenny) was ministering to Kevin, little Finn graciously offered to help in any way he could. Perhaps Finn just needed a shoulder to lean on today. And Kenny was just the guy for the job!

Don't forget to 'shop the Shack' for all sorts of holiday gifts! Some items in the Shack are new-with-tags...some are vi...
12/03/2025

Don't forget to 'shop the Shack' for all sorts of holiday gifts! Some items in the Shack are new-with-tags...some are vintage finds (look at that beautiful antique wooden chest!). Of course, the Shack has a terrific assortment of saddles, bridles, blankets, halters, wraps and so much more - and the inventory is constantly changing. Treasure's Tack Shack is located right here at the MSSPA at 279 River Road, Windham - and is open from 10 am until noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays. And stay tuned -- the Shack will be hosting a 'Horse Blanket Bonanza' on Saturday, December 13th!

12/02/2025

Today is a day set aside to honor GIVING - and yet, here at the farm, we want to take a moment to send our gratitude to YOU across the miles and throughout the year.
We are grateful to YOU for your generous support, for caring so deeply about our residents, for your concerns and your prayers for their well-being. All of you give of yourself in so many ways - whether it be through volunteering here at the farm (where it takes MANY hands to care for a large herd!), or through your generous donations, cheer, and support. The MSSPA staff is buoyed knowing that thousands of followers are engaged, hoping for these horses to return to optimum health, wanting so deeply to see them adopted to loving, forever homes. Your energy fuels this work - you make these success stories happen. Here is an update on our latest arrivals, the little ā€œThanksgiving Angelsā€ as once again, we collectively begin the rehabilitative journey alongside each of them. You make this work happen. You can support their ongoing rehabilitation here: https://www.msspa.org/give/thanksgivingangels/.

Ms Sophie gives big girl thanks for all of you, for the warm November sunshine and for her best-girlfriend-ever Letti - ...
11/27/2025

Ms Sophie gives big girl thanks for all of you, for the warm November sunshine and for her best-girlfriend-ever Letti - off enjoying this morning too!

Ms. Sophie is so thankful for all of you, for the warm November sunshine, and for her bestie Letti (who was probably sta...
11/27/2025

Ms. Sophie is so thankful for all of you, for the warm November sunshine, and for her bestie Letti (who was probably stationed at the hay hut enjoying a Thanksgiving snack).

Never one to miss out on holiday preparations, Lucky donned his special Thanksgiving hat and took a stroll around the fa...
11/26/2025

Never one to miss out on holiday preparations, Lucky donned his special Thanksgiving hat and took a stroll around the farm this morning to give thanks for all of his equine buddies. On behalf of all of us at the MSSPA, Lucky wishes you a safe, healthy, and joyous Thanksgiving!

The 2026 MSSPA calendars are hot off the presses! They are priced at $25, including shipping. There is an option to pay...
11/24/2025

The 2026 MSSPA calendars are hot off the presses! They are priced at $25, including shipping. There is an option to pay a bit more if you'd like to help with the shipping expense. We have a limited supply to sell, and we expect that they will go fast. Twelve months of gorgeous photos of the farm - a lovely way to support the horses throughout the year. You can purchase these calendars right here: https://www.msspa.org/give/calendar/.

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279 River Road
Windham, ME
04062

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+12078923040

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https://www.bonfire.com/store/msspa-merchandise/

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The Society houses horses who have suffered from abuse or neglect and have been seized by Maine law enforcement agents. They are rehabilitated, (re)trained, and evaluated for placement in adoptive homes. Please visit our website often to view the horses available for adoption - www.msspa.org/adopt/ - or stop by the farm and visit in person! The shelter is open to the public every day from 1PM to 4PM, including weekends and holidays.

The MSSPA is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) entity and receives no federal, state or local funding. The Society is entirely funded by donations, bequests, grants, and fund-raising activities. MSSPA does not charge for its services and seeks no reimbursement from any public source. We provide more than one million dollars in services annually to the taxpayers of Maine and salvation to abused animals.

For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or 207-892-3040.