Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

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Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

We are a Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, with 15 veterinary specialists on staff. Emergency Department is open 24/7/365. Checks are not accepted.
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We offer advanced veterinary critical & specialty care by a talented, dedicated, and trusted team when you need us most. SAFETY PROTOCOL REGARDING COVID-19 Effective September 19, 2022 We appreciate your understanding and kindness when dealing with our staff, who continue to work tirelessly to provide the best possible care for your furry family member. Thank you for trusting Portland Veterinary E

mergency and Specialty Care. Our goal is to stay healthy so we can continue to care for your pets. We appreciate your cooperation, understanding, and patience with the following policies:

You Must Be Healthy to Bring Your Pet
• If you are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 -such as fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, have tested positive and/or are in quarantine, regardless of vaccination status please reschedule your routine appointment. If your pet must be seen on emergency basis, please stay home and send your pet to the appointment with a healthy individual. What to Expect When You Arrive
• We appreciate your understanding and patience with the adjustments being made during our reopening process. Our goal is to stay healthy so we can continue to care for your pet.
• Park: Please pull into a parking space and stay in your car. Each parking spot is numbered.
• Call: Call us at 207-878-3121, option 1 for Emergency, option 2 for scheduled surgery, option 3 for ophthalmology and dermatology, option 4 for all other specialties. Tell the client service representative (CSR) your name, your pet’s name, the reason for visit, your mobile phone number, and your parking spot number or car description.
• Fill out the form: The CSR will ask you if you’ve completed the online Client Information Sheet. If you haven’t filled out the form, you can do so online, or a printed version is available on a clipboard by the front door. Paper forms can be left in the appropriate spot on the table.
• Await our call: It is important for you to keep your mobile phone with you — and to stay off your phone — so you can answer when we attempt to reach you through mobile communication. The technician assigned to your pet will call you to acquire a thorough history for your visit. At that time, they will discuss our current safety protocol regarding COVID19.
• Masking: Masks are optional but remain highly recommended and may still be required on a case-by-case basis. Please be respectful of the requests from the individual providing your pet’s care.
• Curbside Option: Please alert the staff to your preference if you would prefer a curbside appointment.
• Bring your pet to the door: Once your exam room is ready, the technician will ask you to bring your pet and meet them at the tent or specialty awning depending on your reason for visit. They will guide you to your exam room. Only 2 (two) people will be permitted inside for the visit. After the initial exam you may be asked to return to your car while your pet receives diagnostics or treatments.
• Payments Payment will be taken in person or over the phone (credit card, Care Credit, Scratch Pay). If you wish to pay by cash, please let the CSR know. Your invoice will be emailed to you, or printed upon request. Please be aware, a 50% (Fifty Percent) deposit is required for the higher end of the estimate. The deposit must be taken prior to diagnostics and treatment being performed.

09/22/2024

Buddy, the sweetest little Chihuahua, stole our hearts during his recent visit to PVESC. He was treated by both our Internal Medicine and Emergency teams for cholangiohepatitis, a bacterial infection in his liver.

We’re happy to share that Buddy responded wonderfully to his treatment and is now resting comfortably at home! 💙

09/20/2024

While every pet is unique, understanding breed dispositions can help you stay proactive about your furry friend’s health.

For example, Labrador retrievers are prone to hip dysplasia and Maine c**n cats are prone to developing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (a type of heart disease). 🐕🐈

Being aware of these tendencies allows for earlier detection and better management of potential health problems. We’ll be sharing more each month about specific breeds to help you understand your pet’s specific needs and provide the best care possible. 🩺

09/17/2024

Veterinarians and veterinary staff are invited to join us for a FREE evening of learning and networking at PVESC’s Continuing Education dinner event on November 11, 2024, at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland, Maine!

Here’s the schedule of events:
🕠 5:30pm-6:00pm: Check-in
🍽️ 6:00pm-6:45pm: Dinner and Dinner Lecture with Nancy A. Sanders
🎁 6:45pm-7:00pm: DOOR PRIZES!
👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ 7:00pm-9:00pm: Veterinarian and Technician/Assistant/CSR Lectures

Stay tuned for more information!

09/15/2024

Help us help our patients! 🐾

We’re in need of gently used towels to help care for our patients. Towels play an important role in keeping our furry friends comfortable and clean during their visits, and we’re running low!

If you have any extra towels at home that you’re no longer using, we’d greatly appreciate your donation. You can drop them off at our hospital at 739 Warren Ave in Portland at your convenience.

Thank you for supporting us and helping us provide the best care for our patients! 💙

09/12/2024

Protect your pet’s health with insurance! 🐾

Pet insurance is like a health plan for your fur babies. You pay a monthly or annual fee, and in return, you get reimbursement for eligible illness and injury expenses. The best age to get pet insurance for dogs and cats is when they are young (kittens and puppies).

When choosing a policy, you pick your deductible, reimbursement percentage, and annual limit, all affecting your premium and the maximum amount you can recover. Some companies even offer an unlimited annual limit option!

We recommend researching the different options available and making a decision that is best for your family. 🏥🐶🐱

09/11/2024

Meet Milo, an 8-year old pomeranian. Milo has an atlantoaxial (AA) subluxation. This is a condition where there is abnormal movement, or instability, between the first cervical vertebra (called the atlas) and the second cervical vertebra (called the axis).

The instability and movement can lead to compression of the cervical spinal cord. This condition is most often seen secondary to a congenital vertebral anomaly in small and toy breed dogs, like Pomeranians, Toy Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers, and Chihuahuas. Trauma can also lead to AA subluxation.

Neck pain is the most common clinical sign seen with AA subluxations, and can be mild to severe. With compression of the cervical spinal cord, gait abnormalities (weakness, ataxia) can also occur. In extreme circumstances, AA subluxations can lead to paralysis. Milo’s AA subluxation was diagnosed with an MRI. X-rays and CT scans can also be diagnostic. Milo is being managed in a conservative manner with strict rest, pain medications, and serial cervical (neck) splint placement.

Adorable Milo is pictured here in his designer cervical splints, which will be changed weekly for the next 8 weeks! 💙

09/09/2024

Say hello to Lumi, the lively Mississippi mutt who belongs to our fantastic internal medicine technician, Molly! 🐕

Lumi was adopted from Sweet Paws Rescue, and at 3 years old, she’s a perfect blend of 50% Labrador Retriever, 30% Great Pyrenees, and 20% Weimaraner. Her personality is just as fun as that mix suggests!

Lumi loves outdoor adventures, whether she’s exploring the woods, romping on the beach, or enjoying a long car ride. When it comes to snacks, pizza crusts and goldfish crackers are her favorites—always in moderation, of course! 🍕🐟
Lumi is constantly keeping Molly and her family entertained and smiling.

09/05/2024

We’re hiring! PVESC is looking for full-time Client Service Representatives (CSRs) to join our emergency and specialty teams.

As a member of our CSR team, you will be responsible for helping our patients and clients by providing compassionate and personalized attention to ensure their individual needs are met.

🐾 Do you love providing excellent customer service?
🐾 Do you have strong communication skills?
🐾 Are you seeking a role where your ideas and energy are valued?

If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Learn more about our open positions and apply today: https://www.pvesc.com/join-our-team-today/

09/03/2024

You may see mushrooms in your yards, parks, and trails. While they might look harmless, many mushrooms can be toxic to pets if ingested. Here’s what you need to know:

🔍 Why Mushrooms Are Dangerous
Some mushrooms contain toxins that can cause severe reactions in pets, ranging from vomiting and diarrhea to seizures and, in extreme cases, even death. Since it’s difficult to identify which mushrooms are toxic, it’s best to treat all mushrooms as potentially harmful.

🚫 Prevent Mushroom Poisoning
Supervise Outdoor Time: Keep an eye on your pets when they’re outside, especially in areas where mushrooms are likely to grow.

Remove Mushrooms: Regularly check your yard for mushrooms and remove them.

Leash Walks: When walking in parks or wooded areas, keep your pet on a leash to prevent them from exploring and potentially ingesting mushrooms.

💡 What to Do If Your Pet Eats a Mushroom
If you suspect your pet has eaten a mushroom, call the Pet Poison Hotline immediately at 855-764-7661. Our emergency room is open 24/7/365, ready to help your furry family member.

08/30/2024

Meet Ms. Nemo! Ms. Nemo came to us with symptoms of vomiting and a reduced appetite. After an ultrasound, we suspected possible pancreatitis and inflammatory bowel disease. With some medication, she’s now feeling much better! 💪

➡️ Swipe to see her during her appointment and the third picture of Ms. Nemo at home, happy and feeling better!

08/28/2024

We’re thrilled to welcome our 2024-2025 small animal rotating interns, Dr. Logan, Dr. Tarasevich, and Dr. Follett, to the PVESC team! 🐾

Our small animal rotating internship is a one-year program designed to provide comprehensive training and mentorship. Over the course of 12 months, Dr. Logan, Dr. Tarasevich, and Dr. Follett will rotate through our speciality and emergency services, gaining a diverse range of skills and knowledge.

Join us in giving our entire 2024-2025 interns a warm welcome to the PVESC family!

08/26/2024

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Pet Rock in the Park! 🎉 Your support made this event truly special. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces and meet new friends, all while supporting the Animal Cancer Foundation. 🐾💙

Check out some highlights from the event below. 📸 We can’t wait to see you all next year!

08/24/2024

Pet Rock in the Park 2024 is tomorrow, Sunday August 25, Deering Oaks Park in Portland. Come visit the PVESC booth for a t-shirt or a chance to win one of our many fabulous raffle prizes. All to raise money for Animal Cancer Foundation!

08/23/2024

🚨 Pet Rock in the Park is This Sunday! 🚨

📅 Date: Sunday, August 25th
🕒 Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Location: Deering Oaks Park, Portland, ME

PVESC is thrilled to support Pet Rock in the Park! Join us for an amazing day filled with live music, delicious food, and plenty of pet products available for purchase. Remember, all proceeds benefit the Animal Cancer Foundation. 🐾🎶🌟

Visit the PVESC booth to grab your “Cancer Bites Bite Back” t-shirts and enter our raffle for a chance to win fantastic prizes, including a Stephen King signed book! 🎟️👕
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate and support a great cause! See you there! 💙

08/21/2024

Meet Huckleberry, Dr. Sullivan’s adorable 8-month-old male French bulldog. 🐾

Huckleberry is a bundle of joy who loves sticks, zoomies, food, and playing with his three other dog siblings. His playful nature and boundless energy make every day an adventure.

Dr. Sullivan, a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon, is passionate about helping Frenchies live their best lives possible. One way she does this is by performing airway surgery to help them breathe better. French bulldogs, along with bulldogs, Boston terriers, and pugs, often suffer from BOAS (brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome). This condition can lead to snoring, difficulty breathing, exercise intolerance, regurgitation, and many other issues.

If you have a smooshy-faced fur baby who struggles with these symptoms, reach out to Dr. Sullivan at [email protected]. She’s dedicated to ensuring that every Frenchie, like Huckleberry, can enjoy a healthier, happier life.

08/19/2024

Dr. Tyler Charbonneau, DVM, residency-trained in dermatology, is hard at work with his team after officially starting this month.

📸’ed here: They’re performing an intradermal skin test on Finley, a 1 year 10 month old male chocolate lab, to check for allergies. 🐶💉

Dr. Charbonneau and his team are dedicated to providing the best dermatology care for your pets. Appointments are available Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

08/13/2024

Endoscopy is a noninvasive procedure that is performed to examine the interior surfaces of an organ system. It’s a valuable tool for diagnosing and treating various conditions in our furry friends. During endoscopy, a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) is inserted into the body, allowing our Board-Certified Internal Medicine Specialists to get a clear view of internal structures without the need for major surgery.

This advanced technique can be used for:
- Identifying and removing foreign material from the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, or nasal cavity
- Diagnosing a variety of gastrointestinal, respiratory, nasal, and urinary tract conditions
- Taking biopsies
- Removing small growths or polyps

Stay tuned as we share a case later this week where endoscopy played a crucial role in diagnosing and treating a patient. 🩺✨

08/11/2024

Join us in giving our 2024-2025 small animal surgical interns, Dr. Grasso and Dr. Ciociola, a warm welcome to the PVESC family! 🐾

Our Small Animal Surgery Internship program offers comprehensive exposure to clinical veterinary surgery, with the primary goal of preparing interns for entry into a surgical residency program.

We’re excited to support their journey and see the incredible contributions they’ll make to our team and the veterinary community. 🌟

08/09/2024

Did you know that PVESC offers tracheal stent procedures? If your pet has been struggling with persistent coughing, our surgical team is here to help!

Swipe ➡️ to meet Buddy. Buddy recently underwent this procedure, and we are happy to report that his coughing stopped immediately after the internal tracheal stent was placed. This stent works to keep the trachea open, allowing for better breathing and a happier, healthier pet.

If you’re interested in learning more or scheduling a consultation with our surgical team, please give us a call at 207-878-3121. 🐶💙

08/06/2024

We are thrilled to announce two upcoming events in August that PVESC is proud to support! Mark your calendars and join us for some fun-filled days dedicated to our furry friends.

Dog Days of Bridgton
📅 Date: Saturday, August 17th
🕒 Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Location: Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot Street, Bridgton, ME

Hosted by Tasteful Things, this event is a celebration for dogs and dog lovers! Enjoy pet rescues, vendors, food, music, games, raffles, and much more. All proceeds benefit Harvest Hills and other local pet rescues.

Pet Rock in the Park
📅 Date: Sunday, August 25th
🕒 Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Location: Deering Oaks Park, Portland, ME

PVESC is proud to support Pet Rock in the Park! Join us for a family-friendly and dog-friendly event featuring live music, food, and pet products available for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Animal Cancer Foundation.

Be sure to visit the PVESC booth for your “Cancer Bites Bite Back” t-shirts and a chance to win fantastic raffle prizes.
Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities to celebrate and support a good cause!

08/04/2024

Arlo, a two-year-old male Barbet, traveled all the way from Canada to our veterinary hospital for a total hip replacement with Dr. Sullivan, the only surgeon performing these procedures in Maine. 🐾💙 Arlo’s journey highlights the trust and dedication pet owners have in our team, and we’re honored to provide him with the top-notch care he deserves.

Arlo had his left total hip replacement in May 2023 and his right total hip replacement in August 2023. His owners followed postop restrictions perfectly, and Arlo was such a good boy during his recovery. One year later, Arlo is back to his happy, normal, pain-free life with lots of zoomies! 🎉🐕

To learn more about total hip replacements, contact our Surgery team at 207-878-3121 or email Dr. Sullivan at [email protected].

08/02/2024

Join us in celebrating Dr. Julia Stone, our very first small animal rotating intern, who recently completed her 12-month internship with PVESC. During her time with us, Dr. Stone gained a diverse range of skills and knowledge by rotating through all of our specialty services.

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Stone will be staying with us as an emergency doctor! 🐾 Let’s give her a warm welcome to the PVESC family! 🐶🐱

07/31/2024

Our incredible veterinary team enjoyed a workday BBQ this month! It was a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and delicious food! 🐾🌭🍔

07/28/2024

Meet Olive, our Pet of the Month for July! 🌟 Olive is a purrrrrfect patient in the exam room and is currently being treated by our Internal Medicine service for polycythemia vera, a rare disease in which the bone marrow produces too many red blood cells. 🩸🐾

This condition is often managed with a combination of therapeutic blood draws, which help remove excess red blood cells, and chemotherapy medications like hydroxyurea.

We are committed to providing Olive the best care possible!

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739 Warren Avenue. & 2255 Congress Street
Portland, ME
04103

Telephone

+12078783121

Website

http://www.PVESC.com/

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Last month, Sully came in for evaluation of a cranial cruciate ligament rupture (analogous to an ACL tear in people). He left with his paperwork in tow! He recently had surgery to repair his cranial cruciate ligament and is recovering well. This brave boy has a big role coming up soon as a “groomsman” at his owner’s wedding! 🎩💍 We’ll keep you updated on his progress and share more about his special day as it gets closer.

Meet Pendragon! Pendragon came to our emergency room with a foreign body, a ribbon, in his stomach. Thanks to our skilled internal medicine team, who performed an endoscopic procedure called gastroscopy, we successfully removed the ribbon in a noninvasive manner. Watch to the end to see the ribbon’s removal in action! 🐾✨

Why is ultrasound important in veterinary practice? Ultrasound is essential in veterinary practice by providing real-time, non-invasive, detailed images of internal organs. It is widely used for diagnosing pathology in the abdomen, thorax, heart, and musculoskeletal structures, for guiding aspirates/biopsies and fluid sampling, and for monitoring chronic conditions. This tool enhances diagnostic accuracy and treatment guidance, ensuring better health outcomes for animals. Learn more about our Internal Medicine services here: https://www.pvesc.com/specialty-care/internal-medicine/

🌟 Meet our Pet of the Month, Denali! 🐾 Despite facing two major surgeries this year—a tie-back, or arytenoid laryngoplasty surgery, in June and an FHO, or femoral head ostectomy, due to a dislocated hip in September—Denali, at age 14, continues to inspire us with his resilience and spirit. Huge thanks to our Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeons and our amazing team for their dedication and care throughout his journey. Denali still finds joy in the things he loves, and we’re grateful for every playful moment he has!

Cold weather can be tough on your dog's paws, but with a little care, you can keep them happy and healthy! 🥾 Dog boots are like winter boots for humans, shielding paws from frostbite, harsh chemicals, and icy discomfort. Don't forget to reward your pup with treats during the 'boot breaking-in' phase! 🐾 If boots aren't their style, try paw balms or even Vaseline to create a protective barrier. 💦 Remember to wipe off any residues when you get back inside, ensuring your furry friend enjoys winter walks without a worry. We wish you a wonderful and safe winter season!

Thank you

We appreciate the support of our clients.

Hennessy was here with us for a CT. She was a bit nervous waking up, but our team learned she loves smooth jazz music. This helped calm her right down. Surgical Assistant Jocelyn was glad to share the moment.

Synovetin OA

Has your dog's get up and go got up and left? It could be a result of Canine elbow Osteoarthritis. Learn more about Synovetin OA and how it might change your dog's life for the better!

Willow on motorcycle

Willow came to our emergency department over the weekend. She is doing much better now. Our staff loved getting to spend time with her despite the emergency. Her family sent us this fun video of her back home and going for a ride. Glad to see Willow doing so well and having fun.

Does your pet have diabetes? This video demonstates how to administer insulin. For more information about diabetes in pets, please visit www.PVESC.com

On August 28th Pet Rock in the Park is back! Mark your calendars!

Seven little pups after emergency C-Section performed by Dr. Meghan Sullivan.

"We said when Remington makes it through all of this he was going to walk out of the hospital to back in black🖤🦴 We can’t thank you enough we are home resting" - Keri H. Thank you Keri!

Are you ready for great work and home life balance? Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care could be right up your alley. Email your resume to [email protected] or [email protected]