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What a surprisingly fun, sweet film about Portland, Maine, oh, and a dog.

It was a close call for a dog that was trapped on the railroad tracks in Wells, Maine, as the Amtrak Downeaster was approaching.

While the breed of dog most Mainers love over all others are labs, followed closely by Gold Retrievers, neither of those two fared high enough on the list to land the coveted role of Maine's "State Dog".

Sweet Ben has a long road to recovery, made just a little easier by generous Mainers.

This new spot will be the first of its kind in Maine—combining the best of both worlds: an indoor dog park where your well-socialized dog can play off-leash, and a full-service bar serving up gourmet food, craft beer, and cocktails for the humans.

Dog owners in New England will know what I mean...

Maine should have a state dog before a state fossil, but we don't.

Sweet Ben has a long road to recovery, made just a little easier by giving Mainers.

Watch this video of a true American (New Englander) hero saving a dog from a frozen, moving river - HE. IS. T-SHIRT MAN.

I can't be the only one frustrated in Portland, Maine.

Pet adoptions and fosterings have really taken off in Maine, with more and more people opting to give animals a second chance at a happy life. Whether you're into dogs, cats, rabbits, or even hamsters, shelters in Southern Maine have animals looking for both forever homes and temporary foster families.

If you’re a dog owner in Maine, you know your pup deserves some serious playtime. Luckily, Southern Maine is home to a fair amount of off-leash dog parks where your pup can roam free. According to Tripadvisor, these are 6 spots to let your dog stretch their legs and socialize.

A local tat shop called Dark Harbor Tattoo in Portland is returning this year for another round of Tats 4 Tails this October. Get a flash tattoo & your proceeds will be put towards the Animal Refuge of Greater Portland!

Can you help Fuzz find her way home?

Are you a dog person or a cat person?

Every dog is deserving of a loving home, and New Englanders especially love these breeds.