Kennebec Veterinary Services Inc

10/31/2024

Sorry.... Spectrum service is currently down so our phone lines are affected. They anticipate they will have it fixed by 11:30 this morning... Happy Halloween ?!? 🥴

10/13/2024

In observance of Columbus / Indigenous Peoples Day, the office will be closed tomorrow, October 14th.

07/03/2024

Cheddar is just stopping in to remind you that we will be closed tomorrow, July 4th! As well as let you know that Friday, July 5th will be a technician day.

06/13/2024

Technician Day!
Our Doctors will be out of the office tomorrow, June 14th! Please call the office at 465-8300 today with any medication refills you will need before the weekend, as we will be unable to fill them tomorrow.

05/16/2024

Technician Day!
Our Doctors will be out of the office tomorrow, May 17th! Please call the office at 465-8300 today with any medication refills you will need before the weekend, as we will be unable to fill them tomorrow.

04/03/2024

❄❄️The clinic will be closed tomorrow 4/4/24 due to weather conditions!❄❄️
We hope to see you all on Friday.

03/28/2024

Technician Day!
Our Doctors will be out of the office tomorrow, March 29th! Please call the office at 465-8300 today with any medication refills you will need before the weekend, as we will be unable to fill them tomorrow.

02/16/2024

We are currently having a problem receiving some incoming phone calls, we are working to have this resolved, and apologize for any inconvience.

01/17/2024

Your pets may be enjoying the winter wonderland we currently have, but it's important to keep their paws in mind! If you notice your pet is starting to alternate holding their paws up it may be time for them to head inside to warm up. If your pets will tolerate it booties are always a good idea to help prevent frost bite on the pads of their feet.

12/21/2023

Our internet and phones are still down, but we are open 8-5 today. Our team looks forward to seeing those of you with scheduled appointments!

12/18/2023

Our phone lines are currently down due to the storm. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We are working to get it resolved!

12/14/2023

With the colder months ahead it is important to remember that internal parasites do not hibernate! Pets should continue on a monthly dewormer to ensure they are free from any potentially harmful internal parasites. Some options we carry in clinic are Heartgard Plus or Interceptor Plus for dogs and Revolution Plus for cats! Your pets will need to be up to date on yearly exams for these products,. To ensure we have the right size in stock for your pets please call ahead at 465-8300.

12/11/2023

Whether we buy it ourselves, or it is gifted to us, there is almost always chocolate in our homes this time of year. This can be very dangerous to your pets if you're not careful. Pet insurance companies often see a spike in claims due to chocolate toxicity in December. The average claim is about $618. This is not including if the pet also ingests the wrapper which can lead to blockages. We urge you to be mindful of this during the upcoming holidays!

12/06/2023

Some ideas to keep in mind when shopping for your pets this holiday season!

11/30/2023

We have been getting numerous calls and questions regarding the "mystery" respiratory infection that affects dogs. There have been numerous news stories regarding this disease outbreak. At this time, we have seen a few cases here at KVS that we suspect are related to this outbreak.
As of right now, the best veterinary researchers in the Unites States are working to find the cause. To date, no specific bacteria or virus has been isolated so therefore, there is currently no test that can accurately diagnose this new respiratory infection.
It is believed to be spread through direct contact with other dogs. While not yet proven it is possible that some dogs are asymptomatic carriers and can infect other dogs. Our recommendations at this time are as follows:
- Avoid taking your dog to places where they would come in contact with other dogs such as boarding kennels, dog parks, doggy daycare facilities, etc.
- Making sure your dog is current on their vaccinations for other respiratory infections such as Parainfluenza (usually found in the 'distemper-parvo' combinations such as we use here) and possibly Bordetella/Kennel Cough.
Signs of respiratory infection to watch out for include coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, lethargy, loss of or decreased appetite and/or labored breathing.
Currently, until an exact cause is found we are limited to treating the symptoms with cough suppressants and possibly precautionary antibiotics. The response to these medications has been mixed.
Lastly, we ask you to be cautious about where you get your latest information regarding this disease outbreak from. Broadcast and social media are filled with lots of misinformation. We will pass along further information as it becomes available.

11/20/2023

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! The staff here at KVS are very thankful for all of our clients. We will be closed Thursday 11/23🦃, but we will be back Friday 8-4. Keep in mind there will not be a doctor in the office, so please call ahead for any needed prescription refills!
With the upcoming holidays, we urge you to make sure the information connected to your pets microchip, or id tag is current, as more visitors means more chances for your pets to escape!

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween from everyone here at Kennebec Veterinary Services! While we know it is an exciting day for your two-legged children, we would like to remind everyone how dangerous candy can be the four-legged ones! Please keep candy stored out of reach for your pets. If your are unsure whether your pet has consumed candy or not you should monitor for vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and lack of appetite. If you know your pet has consumed chocolate or other candies you should contact your veterinarian, or if excessive amounts poison control.

09/26/2023