Penobscot Veterinary Services, LLC

Penobscot Veterinary Services, LLC We attribute our success to our dedicated staff and services we offer. Please feel free to browse our site, particularly the informational articles.

From the inception of our practice, we have seen ourselves as a dedicated group of professionals working together to do the best job for our clients, patients, and the profession. Compassion, teamwork, and pursuit of excellence drive us to the standards of care and quality our clients deserve. We are happy to offer a number of resources that enable you to learn about how to take better care of you

r pets. The best veterinary care for animals is ongoing nutrition and problem prevention, so becoming knowledgeable about preventative pet care is essential to the ongoing success of your animal’s health. Our phone lines are open from 8am-5:30pm Monday-Friday.

06/21/2026

Head up!

Ana Plasma isn’t just the name of your favorite phlebotomist; it’s also an increasingly common tick-borne disease in Mai...
06/18/2026

Ana Plasma isn’t just the name of your favorite phlebotomist; it’s also an increasingly common tick-borne disease in Maine!

According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, as many as 1 in 3 dogs being tested for anaplasmosis are showing signs of infection, making it over three times as common as lyme disease in our state. One of the reasons for this is because of how quickly ticks can pass on the infection. Whereas lyme takes 24 hours to be transmitted, anaplasmosis can be passed on in as little as 3-6 hours, which can be faster than current preventatives can kill them.

Otherwise, anaplasmosis is a lot like lyme: some dogs can be infected and never show symptoms, while others can show signs of soreness, fever, inappetence, and lethargy.

So how do you protect against it? Currently the best protection is still a good-quality flea and tick preventative with a fast kill time and regular checks for ticks. Anaplasmosis is also one of the tick-borne diseases included in the annual parasite screening we recommend for all our canine patients and we’re happy to answer any questions you have about anaplasmosis, as well as other parasite-related woes, when you come in for your pets’ annual exam!

[Pictured: Look out ticks! Our technician Taylor’s dogs Opal and Ellie aren’t going to let you stop them from their summer fun!]

Friendly Reminder:Today is our Monthly Staff Meeting! This means we will be closing at 12:30pm and will reopen at 2pm. I...
06/17/2026

Friendly Reminder:

Today is our Monthly Staff Meeting! This means we will be closing at 12:30pm and will reopen at 2pm.

If you have an emergency during this time, please call 947-6783 and press our emergency line or please CALL ahead to one of the following emergency facilities.

PetMedic Urgent Care Veterinary Clinic
200 Lower Main St., Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 805-5398
(opens at 12pm)

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care
739 Warren Ave
Westbrook, ME
(207) 878-3121
(24 hr)

Maine Veterinary Medical Center
1500 Technology Way
Scarborough, ME
(207) 885-1290
(24 hr)

06/14/2026

Heads up!

🐾 Happy National Great Dane Day! 🐾Today we’re celebrating the gentle giants who fill our homes and hearts with unconditi...
06/13/2026

🐾 Happy National Great Dane Day! 🐾

Today we’re celebrating the gentle giants who fill our homes and hearts with unconditional love. Great Danes may be known for their impressive size, but anyone lucky enough to know one understands that their hearts are even bigger.

From their goofy personalities and loyal companionship to their calm, affectionate nature, Great Danes have a special way of making every day brighter. Whether they’re curled up on the couch (despite taking up most of it!) or greeting us with their signature enthusiasm, these magnificent dogs remind us that the best things in life often come in extra-large packages.

Share a photo of your Great Dane in the comments and tell us what makes them so special! ❤️🐶

Yesterday we had a very special visitor at the clinic — Bear, the University of Maine Police Department's Comfort K9, st...
06/12/2026

Yesterday we had a very special visitor at the clinic — Bear, the University of Maine Police Department's Comfort K9, stopped by for his booster vaccines!

As you can see from the photos, getting the perfect picture of a dog is sometimes easier said than done. While Bear was busy being adorable, our team was busy making all kinds of strange noises, waving hands, and generally sacrificing what little dignity we had left in the pursuit of the perfect photo. 🤪

The good news? Bear was an absolute professional.

The better news? After his appointment, he made himself right at home in our lobby and decided the best recovery plan was to dramatically flop onto his side and relax. We fully support this level of commitment to self-care. 😂

Thank you, Bear, for stopping by and letting us be part of your healthcare team. We think you handled your visit like a champ, even if we may have worked hard trying to get you to look at the camera!

Which photo is your favorite: Bear posing, Bear lounging, or the staff's behind-the-scenes attempts at dog photography? Let us know below! ⬇️🐾

Did You Know: Dogs don’t get the classic “bull’s eye” pattern we associate with lyme disease in humans? If you see those...
06/11/2026

Did You Know: Dogs don’t get the classic “bull’s eye” pattern we associate with lyme disease in humans? If you see those round, red spots on your dog, especially on their belly or thighs, they’re most often caused by nasty biting flies!

So how do you know if your dog has lyme disease? While some dogs may be asymptomatic, or show no symptoms, others may seem very stiff and sore with what we call a “shifting leg lameness” where the leg they seem most painful on seems to change. They may also turn their nose up at food, run a fever, or generally seem very lethargic.

The best ways to prevent lyme disease are with an annual lyme vaccine as well as a good year-round flea and tick preventative. Ticks generally need to be attached for 24 hours to transmit lyme disease and many of our products, like Credelio and Bravecto, kill ticks before that 24 hour period.

What do you do if a tick bites your pet and you’re worried about lyme disease? It may seem strange, but if they’re not showing symptoms we typically don’t recommend testing them right away, as it can take up to several months for those tests to show if your pet was infected. Instead, the best thing to do is make sure they’re on a good quality preventative, perform regular tick checks, and monitor for any of the symptoms listed above. And if you feel like you’re noticing any of those signs, please give us a call to schedule an appointment so we can get your dog back to enjoying a Hot Pup Summer!

[Pictured: Dr. Susan’s dog Lola bravely explores the tall grass knowing she’s protected from lurking ticks!]

🐾 Exciting News!🐾Dr. Blake recently attended continuing education training to learn how to perform TPLO surgery (Tibial ...
06/09/2026

🐾 Exciting News!🐾

Dr. Blake recently attended continuing education training to learn how to perform TPLO surgery (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy).

TPLO is a specialized orthopedic procedure used to repair a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) in dogs — similar to an ACL tear in people. This surgery helps stabilize the knee joint, reduce pain, and help dogs get back to running, playing, and living comfortably.

We also want to note that three of our doctors currently perform the lateral suture technique, which is another surgical option for CCL injuries. We have been offering this procedure for some time, and it remains an important treatment option depending on the dog’s size, activity level, and individual needs. Having multiple surgical options allows us to recommend the best approach for each patient.

We’re excited to continue expanding the care we can offer to our patients and community!

⚠️ We are not scheduling TPLO procedures just yet as we are still waiting for some of the specialized equipment and supplies to arrive.

We’re proud of Dr. Blake for continuing to expand his skills so we can provide even more advanced care close to home. 💙🐶

🖤🤍 World Pet Memorial DayToday, we remember the paws that walked beside us, the gentle purrs and wagging tails that fill...
06/09/2026

🖤🤍 World Pet Memorial Day

Today, we remember the paws that walked beside us, the gentle purrs and wagging tails that filled our days with love.

Though they may no longer be by our side, their loyalty, companionship, and unconditional love remain in our hearts forever.

🐾 Gone from sight, never from our hearts.🤍🖤

🐱💙 Happy National Hug Your Cat Day! 💙🐱Cats fill our lives with comfort, companionship, and plenty of purrs. Today, give ...
06/04/2026

🐱💙 Happy National Hug Your Cat Day! 💙🐱

Cats fill our lives with comfort, companionship, and plenty of purrs. Today, give your feline friend an extra hug and celebrate the unconditional love they bring every day.

Share a photo of your cat below and tell us why they're the best! 🐾

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411 Davis Road
Bangor, ME
04401

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Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

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(207) 947-6783

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