Scarborough Animal Hospital

06/05/2026

Hello there! Murphy would like to issue a public reminder to all pet owners: please take every precaution to protect the safety and well-being of your furry companions. Never leave your dog, or any pet, alone in a car — not even for a moment. Even on mild days, the temperature inside a vehicle can skyrocket within minutes, and cracked windows do almost nothing to slow the heat buildup. Dogs are especially vulnerable because they cannot sweat the way humans do; they rely almost entirely on panting, which becomes ineffective very quickly in a hot, enclosed space. This can lead to heatstroke, organ failure, and death.

If a dog does become overheated, even cooling them down must be done carefully — rapid or improper cooling can cause additional harm. The safest rule is simple: if the air conditioning cannot stay on continuously, your dog needs to stay home. Ignore those sad puppy eyes — your dog’s safety comes first. Let them know that staying home isn’t a punishment; it’s what keeps them healthy and alive.

One more thing to keep in mind: many newer vehicles are so quiet that you can’t always tell whether the engine — and therefore the AC — might be running. If a dog looks calm and comfortable, you can’t assume the car is off or on just by sound.
If you see a dog in a car and you’re concerned, contact authorities. Never break someone else’s window yourself.

05/29/2026

Happy Birthday Bode!! 🎉
Bode came in for his yearly exam with Dr. Williams, and what better way to celebrate than getting his own birthday treat "cake"! 🎂

05/28/2026

This Sunday is the Paws for Prevention Walk! A great cause that we have supported in their raffle. If you join them, please email us pictures to post here! [email protected]

George Mageles, board chair of the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention Maine chapter, joins NCM to explain the event.

05/27/2026

Mr. Neko decided the best part of his visit was nap time! 😴
He curled up and snoozed right through part of his appointment! 🩵

05/09/2026

This week, thanks to the incredible generosity of our clients and their contributions to the Paisley Fund, we were able to help Milo complete his heartworm treatment. This life saving care gives Milo and his devoted family the chance to look forward to many more happy, healthy years together. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for allowing us to provide this essential treatment to pets like Milo.
Heartworm disease is a serious parasitic infection that targets the blood vessels surrounding the heart. Left untreated, it progresses to heart failure and is ultimately fatal. Treatment is lengthy and demanding, involving a series of specialized injections over several months, strict exercise restriction at home, and multiple oral medications. Because routine screening can take up to six months to detect the disease, many pets—especially those adopted from the Southern United States—arrive with a false negative test despite already being infected.
Your kindness makes all the difference. Milo and his loving family are profoundly thankful, and so are we. Your support helps us continue offering life changing care to pets who need it most.
This week, thanks to the incredible generosity of our clients and their contributions to the Paisley Fund, we were able to help Milo complete his heartworm treatment. This life-saving care gives Milo and his devoted family the chance to look forward to many more happy, healthy years together. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for allowing us to provide this essential treatment to pets like Milo.
If you would like to donate to the Paisly Fund you can use this QR code. Thank you all!

05/05/2026

Nothing can prepare you for this tiny overload of cuteness. We’re also convinced that Opal is innocent 100% of the time, even when she definitely isn’t.. Honestly… who could ever tell this face “no”?

05/04/2026

WE FOUND THE OWNER RIGHT AFTER WE POSTED THIS. THANK YOU!

05/01/2026

From backyard zoomies to camping trips and every adventure in between, parasites are everywhere, all the time. Heartworm, flea, and tick preventatives keep your pet safe wherever their paws take them. 🐾 Your pet deserves to live a life that is parasite-free, and you can help give them that with deals on meds that are simply—furnominal. 😎 Ask us how you can save today!

04/29/2026

Mario stopped by for his spring check-up and immediately claimed our new photo frame. After a long debate with himself about which side was his “best,” he proudly chose… this one.