Maine Puppies for Sale

All Golden Retrievers puppies are born with light-colored fur that eventually darkens into one of three different colors; golden, light golden, or dark golden. But did you know that you can tell 

exactly what color a newborn Golden Retrievers puppy will be when they mature by looking at the color at the tip of their ears?

Maine is a terrific place to buy, rescue or adopt a puppy. The Golden Retriever is the most popular breed in Maine, but the Pug and the German Shepherd are not far behind.  

Whether you’re in town to find Pug puppies for sale or to take your Golden Retriever on an exciting outdoor adventure, you’ll find Maine has more than enough dog-friendly activities to keep you and your pup entertained.  

Are you looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale in Maine? There are 1.3 million dog lovers in Maine - If you're looking to become one, there are a few state, county and local requirements to be aware of before you bring home your new puppy.

Yes. According to 7 MRS §3911, “it is unlawful for any dog, licensed or unlicensed, to be at large, except when used for hunting. A dog is considered “at large” to be “off-leash” when they are off the premises of the owner and not under the control of any person “whose personal presence and attention would reasonably control the conduct of the animal.” 

Furthermore, Maine Statute 7 MRS §3950 provides municipalities with the right to “ adopt or retain more stringent ordinances, laws or regulations dealing with the subject matter”, i.e., the leash laws in Maine are subject to change depending on where you live in the state.

Yes. Dog owners in Maine are required by law to license their dogs in the town where they reside by the time the dog is six months of age, or after the dog has been with the family for 10 days if adopted. 

As with leash laws in Maine, Statute 7 MRS §3950 provides municipalities with the right to “adopt or retain more stringent ordinances, laws or regulations dealing with the subject matter.” That’s why it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to ensure your dog complies with all local ordinances.