Dirigo Veterinary Care

10/01/2025

🐕‍🦺 Happy National Walk Your Dog Day! 🍂

Nothing beats those autumn walks with your best buddy! Fresh air, exercise, and quality bonding time - it's a win-win!

Ready to take it up a notch? Check out dog-friendly races near you: https://www.runthatmutt.com/

09/29/2025

Pop quiz! 🤔 Can you name these rare cat breeds? Swipe through and test your feline knowledge! Some of these beauties are so rare, there are fewer than 1,000 in the world. Drop your guesses below!

09/28/2025

💉🐾 World Rabies Day is September 28th! Rabies is a deadly disease, but it doesn’t have to be. Ensure your pets are up-to-date on their vaccines. To learn more about the World Health Organizations cause visit https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241513838

09/26/2025

Fat Bear Week is this week and if you're not familiar, head over to https://explore.org/fat-bear-week to learn more.

A competition that celebrates the wonder of bears entering hibernation where site visitors can vote on which bear has put in the work for the winter.

The competition is great fun and meant to showcase the wonder of Katmai Conservancy and the success of the bear.

Check it out!

09/22/2025

It's that time of year! Pumpkin spice lattes, cozy nights in, and...mushroom toxicity? 🍄 Read on for our top tips to keep your pet safe this autumn. 🐾🍂

09/19/2025

Proud to say we are a sponsor for this year's Barktoberfest! Check it out on October 5th at Bigelow Brewing Company! 🐾

🐾🎉 Mark your calendars—Barktoberfest is back!
Join us on October 5th at Bigelow Brewing Co. for a dog-friendly day full of fun, music, food, and craft beer!
We’re looking for sponsors to help make this community event possible. Sponsorships support our no-kill mission and the 750+ pets we care for every year.
Want to get involved? Send us a message or call 207-474-6493 to learn more.
🐶🍻 Let’s make this Barktoberfest the best one yet!

09/19/2025

Today is national "Meow like a pirate day" which has surprisingly been around since 2002!

Cats were frequently kept and loved on pirate ships for pest control and a morale boost for captain and crew.

09/16/2025

Feeding your cat the right amount at the right time is key to their health and happiness. From tiny newborns to wise senior cats, here's a quick guide to help you navigate feeding schedules and portions as they grow. Check out the general recommendations below and consult your veterinarian for amounts!

09/14/2025

Today is Pet Memorial Day where we reflect on and celebrate the memories and joy our pets have brought into our lives. We're grateful to be a part of their care journey.

09/12/2025

Today we celebrate our adorable smooshed-face friends! 🐱 Those precious babies with their sweet flat faces and big eyes that melt our hearts. Drop a photo of your flat-faced feline below!

09/09/2025

September is National Disaster Preparedness Month! 🎒 Are your pets included in your family's emergency plan? Planning ahead can save your pets' lives during a disaster. Here are a couple of considerations the CDC recommends to have prepared for your animal companions.

09/05/2025

As part of Happy Cat Month we give you the Ginger Cat!

For decades scientists have observed that cats with completely ginger coloring are far more likely to be male (and estimated 80% are) - now we know why!

Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwywdjjgvqqo