Little River Veterinary Clinic

10/23/2026

Large Animal Emergency Services Update

It has come to our attention that our answering service has continued to advise callers that large animal emergency services are temporarily unavailable.

We would like to clarify that Dr. Bill has returned, and large animal emergency services are currently available.

We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this miscommunication may have caused and appreciate your understanding.

Little River Veterinary Clinic

09/28/2026

🐾 World Rabies Day is today! Rabies is preventable with vaccination, and keeping your dog or cat up to date is one of the easiest ways to help protect them. ❤️

Rabies is still VERY much present here in Maine. As of September 14, 2026, Maine has reported 43 confirmed cases of animal rabies across 13 counties this year. Maine's most commonly infected wildlife include raccoons, skunks, bats, and foxes. 🦝🦨🦇🦊

In 2024 alone, 60 animals tested positive for rabies in Maine, including 28 raccoons, 14 skunks, 10 bats, and 5 foxes. Those cases were associated with exposures involving both pets and people.

Here in Maine, rabies vaccination is required by law:

🐶 Dogs must be vaccinated within 30 days of reaching 3 months of age.
🐱 Cats must be vaccinated once they are over 3 months old.

💉 After the initial vaccine, boosters are required according to the recommended interval for the vaccine given.

Because wildlife can carry and transmit rabies, keeping pets vaccinated creates an important layer of protection for your family and community, too. Maine CDC recommends keeping dogs, cats, ferrets, and livestock current on their rabies vaccinations.

And remember: you don't have to see an obviously sick animal for rabies exposure to be a concern. Bats can be particularly tricky because their bites may be difficult to detect. If your pet has come into contact with a bat or another potentially rabid animal, contact your veterinarian promptly for guidance.

Not sure if your pet's rabies vaccine is current? Check their records or give your veterinarian a call!

09/17/2026

When your mom is an LVT, sometimes you get volunteered for important jobs. 😂❤️

Duchess came to work with Rebecca today to donate blood. Her donation will be used to make serum eye drops that we can have available when needed for certain eye conditions.

She was a very good girl for the whole process.

Thank you, Duchess! 🩸🐾 🦸

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾
Today we’re celebrating the dogs who fill our lives with love, laughter, loyalty—and plenty of fur! Share a favorite photo of your dog in the comments so we can celebrate them with you. ❤️🐶

08/23/2026

IMPORTANT SCHEDULING UPDATE

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Little River Veterinary Clinic will be operating with limited doctor availability for the immediate future.

During this time, we will be unable to provide large animal services, including large animal emergency/on-call services.

We will also need to make changes to some previously scheduled small animal appointments. Our staff will begin contacting affected clients on Monday to reschedule appointments as necessary.

If you have an appointment scheduled first thing Monday morning, please call the clinic before traveling to your appointment to confirm that we are able to see you as scheduled.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these temporary scheduling changes. Thank you for your kindness and cooperation.

08/06/2026

Good Afternoon! We have a last minute cancellation for a routine wellness exam today, 8/6/26, at 3:20pm. Please call the office if your pet needs a routine exam or vaccines!! 207-853-0671

08/05/2026

🐾 We're Seeing a Surge in Fleas! 🐾

If your pet isn't on flea prevention, now is the time to start!

Over the past few weeks, we've seen a noticeable increase in fleas on both dogs and cats. Warm temperatures combined with summer humidity create the perfect environment for fleas to thrive.

Here's why they're so difficult to get rid of:

🦟 Only about 5% of the flea population lives on your pet. The other 95% are in the environment as eggs, larvae, and pupae—in your yard, carpets, furniture, and bedding.

A single flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, and those eggs quickly fall off your pet and into the environment. Before you know it, what started as a few fleas can become a full-blown infestation.

Even indoor pets are at risk! Fleas can hitch a ride inside on people, other pets, or wildlife visiting your yard.

The best defense is year-round flea prevention. Preventatives kill fleas before they have a chance to reproduce, protecting not only your pet but your home as well.

If you've noticed your pet scratching, biting at their skin, or if they're overdue for flea prevention, give us a call. We'd be happy to help you choose the best product for your pet and lifestyle.

Let's keep our pets comfortable and flea-free this season! 🐶🐱

07/02/2026

06/29/2026

Hello! We had one cancellation today and can offer a open appointment at 2:40 for a routine Wellness Exam. We also have a last minute 2:20 appointment open
Please call 2078530671

The 2:20 appointment got filled!!

06/25/2026

🎆 The 4th of July is almost here! 🎆

If your dog becomes anxious during fireworks, we're here to help. There are several safe and effective options that may help make the holiday less stressful for both you and your pet.

📞 Give us a call before the holiday to discuss what options might be available for your dog.

Please note: Prescription medications can only be provided for current Little River Veterinary Clinic patients who are up to date on their annual examination. Because we are currently booking appointments into October, we are unable to schedule annual exams before the holiday. If your pet is not current on their exam, we will not be able to prescribe anti-anxiety medication for this year's fireworks.

Don't wait until the last minute—call us now so we can help your pet have a safe, calm, and comfortable Independence Day! 🇺🇸🐾