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December 2024

Times Record December 1, 2024 Pet Prattle: Looking ahead on our second shelter

November 2024

The Lincoln County News November 27, 2024 Lincoln County’s Only Animal Shelter On Its Last Legs, Staff Say
Boothbay Register November 26, 2024 Midcoast Humane’s Edgecomb facility: Where to go from here?
Times Record November 24, 2024 Pet Profile: Meet Bartholomeow
The Portland Press Herald November 21, 2024 Norridgewock home where 46 shih tzus were seized had prior complaints, affidavit shows
WGME November 20, 2024 Over 50 Shih Tzus rescued from inhumane conditions in Maine home
The Portland Press Herald November 19, 2024 State investigates inhumane conditions after 50 dogs seized from Norridgewock home
WABI November 17, 2024 Over 50 Shih Tzus rescued from Norridgewock home
Times Record November 17, 2024 Pet Prattle: How volunteers make the shelter go ’round
Wiscasset Newspaper November 11, 2024 Midcoast Humane hosts town hall meeting Nov. 21 regarding Edgecomb shelter
Times Record November 10, 2024 Pet of the Week: Casper
Times Record November 3, 2024 Pet Prattle: When pets go to court

October 2024

Times Record October 27, 2024 Pet Prattle: What to do if you lose your pet
The Lincoln County News October 24, 2024 Lions Club Helps Local Animals
Times Record October 20, 2024 Pet Prattle: There’s no such thing as a shelter dog
Times Record October 14, 2024 Pet Prattle: You can’t help pets without helping people
Times Record October 6, 2024 Pet Prattle: When disaster strikes

September 2024

Times Record September 30, 2024 Pet Prattle: Dreams are necessary
Times Record September 8, 2024 Pet Prattle: When the pets we love don’t get adopted
News Center Maine September 6, 2024 Fetch ME A Home: It’s Sunny at Midcoast Humane
Times Record September 1, 2024 Pet Prattle: What does it mean to be able to ‘afford’ a pet?

August 2024

Times Record August 26, 2024 Pet Prattle: The Judgement of Pet Owners
Wiscasset Newspaper August 2, 2024 Midcoast Humane waives adoption fees to create room for new pets in need
WGME August 2, 2024 Maine shelter at capacity, hosts no-fee adoption weekend
WGME August 2, 2024 Midcoast Humane hosts special adoption event for overlooked cats
News Center Maine August 2, 2024 Midcoast Humane waives adoption fees to help clear shelter, which is at capacity
News Center Maine August 2, 2024 Crowded animal shelter waives adoption fee
Times Record August 1, 2024 Tiny but tough: Shelter dog on the lam for months finally safe

July 2024

WMGE July 31, 2024 Midcoast Humane in need of canned wet kitten food donations
WGME July 30, 2024 Midcoast Humane sees increase in owner surrenders
Times Record July 28, 2024 Pet Prattle: Why do shelters have so many pit bulls?
Times Record July 21, 2024 Pet Prattle: The dog days of summer
Times Record July 16, 2024 Pet Prattle: When is it ‘time’?
Times Record July 7, 2024 Pet Prattle: The hopefulness of pet surrender

June 2024

WGME June 28, 2024 Volunteers cozy up with pets for Cat Naps & Doggie Dreams fundraiser in Brunswick
LCTV June 26, 2024 Chamber Chat – Midcoast Humane
Times Record June 24, 2024 Pet Prattle: Heads or tails? How to pick a pet
WGME June 20,2024 Midcoast Humane ready for 2nd annual Cat Naps and Doggy Dreams fundraiser
Times Record June 12, 2024 Pet Prattle: On ‘no-kill’ shelters
Times Record June 2, 2024 Pet Prattle: When neglected dogs end up in court

May 2024

Wiscasset Newspaper May 29, 2024 Neglected Irish Setters up for adoption
Times Record May 30, 2024 Irish setters that suffered neglect up for adoption
WGME May 28, 2024 Irish setters rescued from New Sharon home now ready for adoption
News Center Maine May 30, 2024 Adoption Day: Neglected dogs find their ‘fur-ever homes’
News Center Maine May 24, 2024 Fetch ME a Home: Kitten season is here at Midcoast Humane
Times Record May 17, 2024 Pet Prattle: It’s not always a good day at the animal shelter

April 2024

WGME, April 10, 2024 Fur-Ever Friend: Meet Annie at Midcoast Humane

February 2024

News Center Maine, February 10, 2024 Fetch Me a Home: Meet Milk
WGME, February 9, 2024 Finding fur-ever love: Midcoast Humane hosts pet speed dating this Valentine’s season
Wiscasset Newspaper February 5, 2024 Midcoast Humane hosts ‘Speed Dating’ event with shelter pets
Times Record, February 5, 2024 Midcoast Humane to host ‘speed dating’ event to find pets homes

December 2023

WGME December 12, 2023 Fur-Ever Friend: Meet Ember at Midcoast Humane
LCTV December 1, 2023 Community Conversations – Midcoast Humane

November 2023

Lincoln County News November 22, 2023 Looking for a Second Chance
The Forecaster November 20, 2023 Area shelters see surge in stray and surrendered cats

September 2023

Wiscasset Newspaper September 14, 2023 Sips & Sweets event to delight palates and support Midcoast Humane’s medical fund
WGME September 11, 2023 ‘105% capacity:’ Maine shelters overwhelmed by growing cat populations

August 2023

WGME August 20, 2023 Paws for a cause: Runners and their furry friends race to raise funds for Midcoast Humane
WGME August 4, 2023 Midcoast Humane holds first-ever sleepover fundraiser
WGME August 2, 2024 Midcoast Humane gears up for unique fundraising event
WGME August 1, 2023 Cat Naps and Doggy Dreams: Midcoast Humane to hold first sleepover fundraiser

July 2023

WGME July 28, 2023 Midcoast Humane Society appreciates donations from Pet Food Drive
WGME July 25, 2023 Adult dogs at Midcoast Humane looking for loving homes
WGME July 25, 2023 Midcoast Humane hosts ‘Cat Naps and Doggy Dreams’ sleepover fundraiser

April 2023

Wiscasset Newspaper April 14, 2024 Low-cost spay and neuter clinics scheduled

January 2023

News Center Maine January 24, 2023 Jasper needs a home, after more than 500 days at midcoast shelter

December 2022

Times Record December 26, 2022 Brunswick animal shelter gets support from local students

August 2022

Times Record, August 9, 2022 Amid Wave of Pandemic Pups, Animal Behavior Experts Warn Aversive Training May Backfire

July 2022
Press Herald July 28, 2022 More pet owners giving up animals for adoption amid housing shortage
Times Record, July 25, 2022 Midcoast Humane Celebrates Opening of New Shelter
Fox 23, July 23, 2022 “This building has happier, healthier animals:” MHS Unveils New Facility
WGME 13, July 22, 2022 Midcoast Humane’s New Facility Allows Them to Help More Animals Than Ever Before
WGME 13, July 21, 2022 Midcoast Humane in Need of Kitten Food, Toys, and Towels
Times Record, July 19, 2022 Midcoast Humane to Celebrate Opening of New Shelter 
Boothbay Register, July 18, 2022 Midcoast Humane to hold ribbon-cutting ceremony, grand opening

May 2022
Times Record, May 6, 2022 Midcoast Humane Prepares to Transition to its New Location

April 2022
Boothbay Register, April 29, 2022 Whole Lot of Love Delivered in Boats
WGME 13, April 27, 2022, Fur-ever Friend: Meet Mitzi at Midcoast Humane

March 2022
WGME 13, March 30, 2022 Fur-ever Friend: Tim the dog at Midcoast Humane
The Lincoln County News, March 20, 2022 Midcoast Humane and Little Dog Coffee Unite To Raise Awareness and Funds
LCTV, March 11, 2022 Community Conversations with Jess Townsend
Boothbay Register, March 10, 2022 Midcoast Humane and Little Dog Coffee Unite to Raise Awareness and Funds
WGME 13, March 9, 2022 Fur-Ever Friend: Ben & Jerry at Midcoast Humane

February 2022
The Forecaster, February 23, 2022 Midcoast Humane Seeks Funds for Big Move
Times Record, February 21, 2022 Midcoast Humane Preps for Move into Renovated, Multimillion-Dollar Shelter
The Lincoln County News February 21, 2022 Midcoast Humane’s Edgecomb Campus Reopens for Adoptions
WGME, February 16, 2022 Fur-Ever Friend: Simby the Cat at Midcoast Humane
Times Record, February 15, 2022 Midcoast Humane Fundraising for New Brunswick Animal Shelter
WGME, February 11, 2022 Midcoast Humane Society Re-Launches Campaign to Raise Money for New Shelter

January 2022
WGME, January 26, 2022 Guinea Pigs at Midcoast Humane
Wiscasset Newspaper, January 20, 2022 Midcoast Humane Announces New Leadership
Times Record, January 20, 2022 Midcoast Animal Welfare Groups See Uptick in Donations From Betty White Challenge
Boothbay Register, January 20, 2022 Midcoast Humane Announces New Leadership
Times Record, January 19, 2022 Brunswick Animal Shelter Shakes Up Leadership
Bangor Daily News, January 17, 2022 Betty White Challenge Raises Tens of Thousands for Maine Animal Rescues
WGME 13, January 6, 2022 Fur-Ever Friend: Willow the Dog at Midcoast Humane
Boothbay Register, January 2, 2022 Edgecomb Animal Shelter Reopens On-Site Adoptions

December 2021

The Lincoln County News, December 21, 2021 Holiday Fundraiser at The Animal House Saves Pets
The Press Herald, December 18, 2021 You Know It’s Bad When Pandemic Shortages Affect the Family Pet
WGME 13, December 15, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Chance the Cat Midcoast Humane

November 2021

WGME 13, November 24, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Baxter at Midcoast Humane
Bangor Daily News, November 11, 2021 This Companion Named Little Sis Helps Combat a Hampden Veteran’s PTSD
WGME 13, November 3, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Sully at Midcoast Humane

October 2021

The Lincoln County News, October 29, 2021 Midcoast Humane Appoints Interim Executive Director
The Times Record, October 25, 2021 Brunswick Animal Shelter Confident in Stability After Departure of First President
The Boothbay Register, October 25, 2021 Midcoast Humane Appoints Interim Executive Director
The Times Record, October 20, 2021 Brunswick Animal Shelter Appoints Temporary Director Amid New Facility Renovations
WGME 13, October 13, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Little Boy at Midcoast Humane

September 2021

WGME 13, September 22, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Bailey the Cat at Midcoast Humane
WGME 13, September 15, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Princess the Cat at Midcoast Humane

August 2021

The Times Record, August 24, 2021 Brunswick Animal Shelter Hosting Community Event to Fundraise for New Facility
The Lincoln County News, August 24, 2021 Upcoming Vaccine, Microchip Clinics for Pets
WGME 13, August 11, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

July 2021

WGME 13, July 23, 2021 Midcoast Humane in Need of Donations to Help Finish New Facility
Fox 23, July 23, 2021 Bonded Cats Looking For Forever Homes at Midcoast Humane
WGME 13, July 22, 2021 Maine Boy Helps Raise $10,000 for Midcoast Humane
WGME 13, July 21, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

June 2021

WGME 13, June 30, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
The Times Record, June 27, 2021 Adopt a Cat Month Brings Awareness to Furry Friends in Shelters
WGME 13, June 9, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

May 2021

The Times Record, May 26, 2021 Woolwich boy’s donation to local animal shelter inspires gift from national ASPCA
WGME 13, May 19, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

April 2021

News Center Maine, April 30, 2021 Midcoast Humane in Brunswick Celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
WGME 13, April 28, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
The Coastal Journal, April 26, 2021State Watching Rabies Attacks, New Strain Potential Issue
News Center Maine, April 26, 2021 Maine 6-Year-Old Moved by ASPCA Commercial Does Bottle Drive to Help Animals
The Boothbay Register, April 19, 2021 Midcoast Humane Donates Microchip Scanners
The Times Record, April 18, 2021 Brunswick Area Animal Shelter to Distribute Microchip Scanners to Local Communities
WGME 13, April 16, 2021 Midcoast Humane Helps Lost Pets Reunite With Their Owners Through Microchips
WGME 13, April 14, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
Bangor Daily News, April 2, 2021 Barn Cats are the Homesteading Partners You Didn’t Know You Need

March 2021

WGME 13, March 22, 2021 Community Steps up to Help Maine Animal Shelter with Mobile Surgical Unit
WGME 13, March 17, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
The Times Record, March 15 2021 In photos: The cats and dogs of Midcoast Humane
The Times Record, March 14, 2021 Despite Fewer Pet Adoptions in 2020, Animal Rescue Services Report a Spike in Interest During the Pandemic
The Times Record, March 3, 2021  Brunswick Mobile Animal Hospital Severely Damaged in Windstorm
WMTW 8, March 3 2021 Tree Damages Maine Animal Shelter’s Mobile Surgical Vehicle
WGME 13, March 3, 2021 Maine Animal Shelter’s Surgical Vehicle Severely Damaged During Windstorm

February 2021

WGME 13, February 24, 2021  Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
WGME 13, February 4, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

January 2021

WGME 13, January 13, 2021 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
The Press Herald, January 12, 2021 Cat reunited with owner after 5 years missing
Bangor Daily News, January 8, 2021 Maine cat is reunited with his family 5 years after he went missing
People Magazine, January 7, 2021 Maine Cat Missing for 5 Years Back Home After Owner Spots Feline’s Photo on Shelter Website

December 2020

The Lincoln County News December 24, 2020 Stars Fine Jewelry Event Benefits Midcoast Humane
The Times Record, December 3, 2020 Midcoast Humane, a puppy and her person: Organization honored in national contest for bringing together two best friends
WGME 13, December 3, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

November 2020

WGME 13, November 11, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

October 2020

WGME 13, October 21, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

September 2020

WGME 13, September 9, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

August 2020

The Boothbay Register, August 28, 2020 Midcoast Humane Announces Sweeping Revitalization Efforts
WGME 13, August 28, 2020 A Maine Animal Shelter is Getting a Big Face Lift
The Times Record, August 28, 2020 Midcoast Humane Announces ‘Sweeping Revitalization,’ Plans for New Multi-Million Dollar Facility
WGME 13, August 19, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

July 2020

WGME 13, July 29, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
WGME 13, July 24, 2020 Maine Family Adopts Abandoned Dog They Found Tied to Tree
WGME 13, July 22, 2020 The Benefits of Having a Pet During the Pandemic
WGME 13, July 20, 2020 Community Steps up to Help Midcoast Humane After They Lost Multiple Streams of Revenue
WGME 13, July 20, 2020 Maine animal shelters in desperate need of donations due to coronavirus pandemic
WGME 13, July 8, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

June 2020

WGME 13, June 17, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane

May 2020

WMEA 90.1FM, May 14, 2020. Maine Calling on Maine Public Radio. Veterinary News: We Learn About Pets & Covid-19; Surge in Adoptions; Pet Care During the Crisis.

April 2020

The Boothbay Register, April 29, 2020 Pets and COVID-19
The Times Record, April 6, 2020 Pet Adoptions can be ‘Silver Lining’ of Pandemic, but Shelter in Dire Need of Donations to Keep Going

March 2020

The Lincoln County News, March 26, 2020 Midcoast Humane Appoints First Medical Director
The Times Record, March 15, 2020 Midcoast Humane Appoints First Medical Director
WCME 99.5FM and 900AM, March 13, 2020 Covid-19 Response on the Midcoast Morning Buzz with Jim Bleikamp
News Center Maine, March 4, 2020 Midcoast Humane to offer rabies vaccine clinic following string of rabid fox attacks in Bath

February 2020

The Times Record, Febraury 24, 2020 Midcoast Humane to Host Emergency Rabies Clinic
The Boothbay Register, February 25, 2020 Midcoast Humane to Host Emergency Rabies Clinic in Bath March 4
The Boothbay Register, February 17, 2020 10 Families Adopt Dogs During Midcoast Humane Event
News Center Maine, February 15, 2020 Fetch ME a Home: a Double Dose of Puppy Love
WGME 13, February 3, 2020 Fur-Ever Friend: Midcoast Humane
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January 2020

News Center Maine, January 25, 2020 Fetch ME a Home: Dosi the Dog
Press Herald January 15, 2020 Midcoast Humane to Host Rabies Clinic in Cumberland

June 2019

The Times Record, June 27, 2019 Pet of the Week: Fran the cat seeking retirement home
Portland Press Herald, June 23, 2019 The Maine Millennial: ‘No Paw Left Behind’ aims to put shelter pets in homes
WCSH News Center, June 8, 2019 Fetch ME a Home (mention): Forever Friend Adoption Event  
Wiscasset Newspaper, June 7, 2019 WES students give to Midcoast Humane
The Times Record, June 4, 2019 Pet of the Week: Meet Cassie

May 2019

The Times Record, May 30, 2019 Pet of the Week: Meet Wasabe
WCSH News Center, May 25, 2019 Fetch ME a Home: Cassie
WCSH News Center, May 11, 2019 Fetch ME a Home (mention): Harley Quinn
The Times Record, May 10, 2019 Midcoast Humane welcomes 55 West Virginia cats in Welcome ME Home Rescue Program
The Times Record, May 8, 2019 Pet of the Week: Meet Cylene
Boothbay Register, May 8, 2019 Midcoast Humane welcomes 55 West Virginia Cats
WGME 13 via Bangor Daily News, May 7, 2019 No Paw Left Behind finds homes for hard to place Maine pets
Bangor Daily News, May 7, 2019 No Paw Left Behind finds homes for hard to place Maine pets
The Times Record, May 6, 2019 Midcoast Humane to host 17th annual plant sale to benefit shelter animals
Boothbay Register, May 5, 2019 Midcoast Humane’s 17th annual Plant Sale to benefit shelter animals
WCSH News Center, May 1, 2019 Maine shelter seeks plant donations to help thousands of animals
Downeast Dog News, May 1, 2019 Making a Difference One Pup at a Time

April 2019

The Times Record, April 30, 2019 Pet of the week: Meet Fred
WBALTV 11, April 29, 2019 Teen cat whisperer recognized for clocking nearly 1,900 hours of dedication to feline friends
WMTW Portland, April 15, 2019 Community Champion: Teenager gives her time to help animals who need forever homes
WCSH News Center, April 14, 2019 Fetch ME a Home: Joan Jett and ‘No Paw Left Behind’ animals
The Times Record, April 11, 2019  Pet of the Week: Meet Tyson
Boothbay Register, April 5, 2019 Midcoast Humane adoption events April 13
Sun Journal, April 1, 2019 Midcoast Humane launches ‘No Paw Left Behind’ program

March 2019

The Forecaster, March 27, 2019 Brunswick animal shelter places new emphasis on long-term residents
The Times Record, March 22, 2019 Midcoast Humane launches new initiative to find homes for animals within 90 days
WGME 13, March 22, 2019 Midcoast Humane works to make a difference for overlooked pets
The Forecaster, March 13, 2019 Brunswick teen’s passion for animal welfare pays off
The Times Record, March 11, 2019 Brunswick teen honored for volunteer work, finding homes for more than 100 cats
Wiscasset Newspaper, March 5, 2019  Midcoast Humane town meeting dispels rumors

February 2019

WGME 13, February 28, 2019 Midcoast Humane hopes to find home for special cat
WCSH News Center, February 23, 2019 Fetch ME a home: Padfoot the bunny
Boothbay Register, February 16, 2019 Midcoast Humane holds local town hall meetings Feb. 27, March 1

December 2018

The Times Record December 27, 2018 More than 75 animals adopted, another five placed on “layaway” for holidays, many animals still awaiting homes at Midcoast Humane
Bangor Daily News (originally published in Lincoln County News) December 27, 2018 Midcoast animal shelter to swap onsite adoptions for ‘mobile events’
Sun Journal, December 12, 2018 Midcoast Humane Society to hold holiday adoption event

November 2018

The Times Record, November 12, 2018 Nearly 20 dogs are adopted in Brunswick after being removed from a house where police say they were mistreated
Bangor Daily News, November 11, 2018 Dogs seized from Brunswick home adopted
WCSH 6 News Center, November 10, 2018 Over 20 dogs adopted at Brunswick humane society event
Portland Press Herald, November 10, 2018  As dogs seized at Brunswick home are adopted, an early bird gets her ‘Birdie’
Boothbay Register, November 8, 2018 Dogs from Brunswick seizure up for adoption Nov. 10 at Midcoast Humane
WCSH 6 News Center November 8, 2018  20 dogs seized from Brunswick breeder to go up for adoption
WGME 13, November 7, 2018 Dogs seized from Brunswick home go up for adoption Saturday
Bangor Daily News, November 7, 2018 Dogs seized in Brunswick animal cruelty cases go up for adoption Saturday
Lewiston Sun Journal November 7, 2018  Midcoast Humane takes adoptions mobile
The Coastal Journal November 2, 2018 Midcoast Humane to hold 1st Annual ‘Shelter-bration’

October 2018

Boothbay Register, October 23, 2018 ‘Shelter-bration’ to benefit Midcoast Humane
WCSH 6 News Center, October 20, 2018 Fetch ME a Home: Marz
The Forecaster, October 17, 2018  Midcoast Humane Society offers shelter from the storm
Lincoln County News, October 16, 2018 Midcoast Humane Shelter-bration is Nov. 8
Lincoln County News, October 11, 2018 Midcoast Humane Offers Half-Price Adoptions in October
The Times Record, October 9, 2018 Shelter looking for families to adopt four-legged friends displaced by hurricane
The Kennebec Journal, October 7, 2018 ‘Huge’ feral cat problem plagues officials in Whitefield
The Coastal Journal, October 5, 2018 Coastal Humane Society, Lincoln County Animal Shelter announce new name
Courier-Gazette and Camden Herald October 4, 2018 Court gives state custody of four abandoned, malnourished dogs

September 2018

WCSH 6 News Center September 22, 2018 Fetch ME a Home: Maggie
Bangor Daily News September 14, 2018 Coastal animal shelters team up to become Midcoast Humane
Wiscasset Newspaper September 14, 2018 Shelter adopts new name, Midcoast Humane

August 2018

Bangor Daily News, August 27, 2018 L.L. Bean holds ‘Dog Days of August’ event to raise money, celebrate pups
Bangor Daily News, August 11, 2018 Police: Dogs seized from Maine breeders had ‘open sores and overgrown claws’

July 2018

WCSH 6 News Center, July 7, 2018 Fetch Me a Home: Obi
Bangor Daily News, July 9, 2018 Kittens rescued after woman allegedly tosses them into Maine pond
New York Daily News, July 10, 2018 Two kittens saved in Maine
Coastal Journal, July 11, 2018  ‘Fiona’ seeks a sleepover in Lincoln County Animal Shelter’s new Slumber Party Program
WGME 13, July 27, 2018 Pet Food Drive / More than Just a Shelter
WGME 13, July 27, 2018 Puppy Kindergarten classes held at Coastal Humane Society
WGME 13, July 31, 2018 Brunswick officials to create panel to fight rabies
Boothbay Register, July 31, 2018 Fun, Fundraising Triumph at Mutt Scrub

June 2018

Lincoln County News, June 11, 2018 Shelters to Host Puppy Riot Adoption Event
Boothbay Register, June 11, 2018 Puppy Riot event June 14 in Brunswick and Edgecomb
The Times Record, June 22, 2018 Pet of the Week: Wellington
The Sun Journal, June 24, 2018  Program aims to help long-term shelter pets find homes
The Forecaster, June 28, 2018 Shelter offers dog days – and nights – of summer