This is the official site of the Portland, Maine Chapter of Pets for Vets.
This chapter serves Portland, ME and the surrounding areas.
Chapter Director Tom Targett
Born and raised in the lakes and mountains of western Maine, Tom grew up fishing, hunting and skiing in the great outdoors. He joined the Army in 1967 and served four years until his discharge in 1971. Tom spent 30 years as a Union Ironworker and achieved the office of President of the Maine Local and General Organizer in New England.
He has an extensive history of volunteering with organizations such as the Special Olympics and has also served on the Volunteer Board for the MS Walkathon and as ski and bike instructor and advisor for Maine Adaptive Sports and Recreation. Tom holds certifications from the Professional Ski Instructors of America in Alpine and Alpine Adaptive Instructing.
Tom is recently retired and enjoying being with his wife Mary Etta, his spoiled Scottie, Brady and skiing, hiking, biking and traveling.
With his experience as a returning Veteran and love of dogs, Pets for Vets Portland is a perfect match for Tom.
"He’s more than just a friend. He’s my battle buddy. He’s my left hand. We’re connected by a leash, but it’s really our umbilical cord. He’s sometimes more tuned into me than I’m tuned into me. He knows more about me than I do sometimes. He lets me know what’s going on."
– Adam
"You would think that a dog is just a dog. That may be true for some, but not me.
I used to sit at home, alone, and just let life pass me by, but now I have a reason to get up. Even if it’s feeding Samson, or taking him for walks, he has motivated me to live again."
– Luke
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