Midcoast Animal Emergency Clinic

Midcoast Animal Emergency Clinic A small animal emergency clinic located in Midcoast Maine, open nights, weekends and holidays. Open all holidays

Hours:
Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-7:30am
Open 24hrs starting on Friday @5:30pm- Monday morning @7:30am.

07/21/2026

Advanced medicine. Incredible teamwork. Endless opportunities to learn and grow. Take a look inside our hospital and see what makes Midcoast a place people are proud to build their careers.

While some of our team is hard at work caring for your pets this holiday weekend, some of our other staff are proudly re...
07/04/2026

While some of our team is hard at work caring for your pets this holiday weekend, some of our other staff are proudly representing us in the Thomaston parade!

If you’re out enjoying the festivities, be sure to wave hello as you see our team and their families marching by. We’re grateful to have such an incredible group both in and out of the hospital, and we hope everyone has a safe, fun, and happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🐾

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸We are OPEN all weekend to care for your pets if you need us.As this is one of our busiest weeken...
07/04/2026

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

We are OPEN all weekend to care for your pets if you need us.

As this is one of our busiest weekends of the year, please be prepared for potentially longer wait times for non-critical patients. We appreciate your patience and kindness toward our incredible team, who are spending their holiday caring for the pets who need them most.

As you celebrate, please help keep your furry family members safe:
🐾 Watch for signs of heatstroke and always provide plenty of fresh water.
🐾 Avoid walking pets on hot pavement—if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws.
🐾 Keep pets away from holiday foods and dangerous items like corn cobs, skewers, bones, and alcoholic beverages.
🐾 Keep pets safely indoors during fireworks, as loud noises can cause fear and increase the risk of pets escaping.

We hope you have a fun, safe, and happy Independence Day! As always, if your pet needs us, don’t hesitate to give us a call. ❤️🐶🐱

🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟Today, we're featuring one of our amazing Veterinary Technicians, Skyler!Skyler joined our team...
06/29/2026

🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟

Today, we're featuring one of our amazing Veterinary Technicians, Skyler!

Skyler joined our team immediately after graduating in 2021 from the University of Maine at Augusta with her Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology, and we have been lucky to have her on our team ever since. Over the past five years, she has become an invaluable part of our clinic, bringing dedication, skill, and compassion to every patient she cares for.

When she's not at the clinic, Skyler enjoys giving back to animals on a global scale through her participation in World Vets spay and neuter campaigns in other countries. A lifelong resident of Vinalhaven, she has also spent many years commercial lobstering with her dad, a tradition she has continued since 2016. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running, and spending time with her two dogs, Digger and Rudder.

Skyler's passion for her patients and their care shines through in everything she does. She is always willing to go the extra mile to advocate for the animals in her care, and her positive attitude makes her a joy to work alongside. Thank you, Skyler, for always making us laugh, for being so much fun to be around, and for the incredible dedication and compassion you bring to our team every day. We appreciate you!

🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟Today, we're featuring one of our lead team members, LVT Lauren! Lauren plays an integral role ...
06/26/2026

🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟

Today, we're featuring one of our lead team members, LVT Lauren! Lauren plays an integral role in our clinic as our Technician Supervisor. She’s our scheduling guru (and it’s no easy feat coordinating nights, weekends, and holidays!), oversees training to keep our technicians and assistants up to date, and so much more.

Lauren has always had a love for animals—whether wild or domestic. While she claims she was raised by wolves, her mother strongly disagrees. Lauren has been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2016 and has spent the last six years working in emergency medicine. She loves every aspect of veterinary medicine, from critical emergency cases and patient care to mentoring team members and helping pets and their families navigate challenging situations. When she's not at the clinic, you'll likely find her spending time with her family, paddleboarding, or enjoying time with her own menagerie of animals.

Thank you, Lauren, for all of your hard work. You do so much behind the scenes and are one of the many reasons this clinic is such, a fantastic place. Your passion for continued knowledge, advocating for those who cannot, and helping to create tailored treatment plans for each patient is truly inspiring.

🎆 4th of July Pet Safety Tips 🐾The 4th of July can be a fun holiday for people, but it can be stressful and sometimes da...
06/24/2026

🎆 4th of July Pet Safety Tips 🐾

The 4th of July can be a fun holiday for people, but it can be stressful and sometimes dangerous for our pets. Here are some ways to help keep your furry family members safe with the upcoming holiday:

💊 Plan Ahead for Medications & Prescription Diets
Make sure you have enough medications and prescription food on hand before the holiday. Many people don't realize that veterinarians are legally unable to prescribe medications if we haven't examined your pet for that condition or within the required timeframe.

If your pet takes heart medication, seizure medication, urinary prescription diets, or any other long-term treatment, check your supply now. A medication bottle label or receipt is not considered a valid prescription—if you need a written prescription for a pharmacy, request it before the holiday.

🎇 Talk to Your Veterinarian About Firework Anxiety
If your pet struggles with fireworks, visitors, or holiday commotion, contact your veterinarian now to discuss anti-anxiety options. Don't wait until the week of the holiday, as appointments and medication requests often increase dramatically.

🏷️ Check Your Pet's Microchip Information
Holidays are a common time for lost pets. Loud noises, open doors, and extra visitors can lead to unexpected escapes. Make sure your pet's microchip registration and contact information are current so you're easier to reunite if they get lost.

🌭 Watch Out for Holiday Foods
Cookout foods can be tempting, but many can cause serious problems.

• Fatty foods may cause severe gastrointestinal upset or pancreatitis.
• Corn cobs and skewers can cause dangerous intestinal blockages and often require emergency surgery.

If your dog ingests a corn cob, skewer, or other foreign object, contact your veterinarian immediately.

🏠 Create a Safe, Quiet Space
Visitors, children, other pets, and fireworks can be overwhelming. Provide your pet with a quiet area where they can relax and decompress. Respect their need for space if they're showing signs of stress.

👀 Be Aware of New Hazards
Guests may bring medications, snacks, bags, or other unfamiliar items into your home. Curious pets can quickly get into things they shouldn't, so keep potentially dangerous items out of reach.

☀️ Prevent Heatstroke
Heatstroke can become life-threatening very quickly, especially in brachycephalic breeds such as French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, and Boxers.

Always provide access to shade and fresh water when pets are outdoors. If your pet shows signs of overheating, seek veterinary care immediately.

⚠️ Do NOT force water into your pet's mouth, as this can lead to aspiration and make the situation worse.

🐾 Protect Those Paws
Even when the air temperature feels comfortable, pavement can become hot enough to cause painful burns. Check surfaces before walks and avoid prolonged exposure to hot pavement during the hottest parts of the day.

Prepare now, so that you can have a safe and happy holiday weekend with your entire family! We will be open on the 4th of July if you or your pets need us.

Continuing with our 🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟, we are introducing one of our newest veterinary assistants: Melody!Mel be...
06/22/2026

Continuing with our 🌟 Team Member Spotlight 🌟, we are introducing one of our newest veterinary assistants: Melody!

Mel began her career in the veterinary field in 2016. Coming from a large military family, she moved frequently throughout her childhood, which provided her with the unique opportunity to gain experience in both large animal and exotic animal medicine early in her career. After her father retired from the Army and her family settled in one location, she transitioned to small animal general practice.

While she enjoyed assisting with wellness exams and vaccinations, she was eager for a greater challenge and eventually moved into emergency medicine. During her emergency room training, she also cross-trained in both neurology and orthopedic medicine, expanding her clinical knowledge and skill set.

Outside of veterinary medicine, she is pursuing a master’s degree in psychology. In her free time, she enjoys exploring nature trails throughout Maine, reading, baking and cooking, watching horror movies, and spending time with her newest furry family member, Apollo Cornelius, her English Cream Golden Retriever.

We are so happy that Mel has joined our team. She truly has a gift for connecting with both pets and their families. Her compassion, kindness, and willingness to help never go unnoticed. We can always count on her to lend a hand, greet others with a smile, and provide support when it’s needed most.

Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads in our clinic family—whether you’re a dad to human children, furry children, or bo...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads in our clinic family—whether you’re a dad to human children, furry children, or both—and to all the wonderful dads in our community!

Thank you for the love, care, support, and dedication you bring to your families every day. You make a difference in more lives than you know, and today we celebrate you.

We hope you have a happy, relaxing, and safe Father’s Day!

🐾 Friendly veterinary reminder: While you're enjoying your cookouts and celebrations, please keep corn cobs, skewers, and other BBQ leftovers away from your canine companions. These tempting treats can lead to serious intestinal blockages and emergency visits.

Have a fantastic day, dads!

🦔 **Quill season is in full swing!**While porcupines may seem scary, they are rarely the aggressors in dog vs. porcupine...
06/20/2026

🦔 **Quill season is in full swing!**

While porcupines may seem scary, they are rarely the aggressors in dog vs. porcupine situations. Porcupines generally prefer to keep to themselves, but they will protect their young and defend themselves against perceived threats.

Most quill injuries are fairly straightforward (albeit uncomfortable!), but depending on their location, they can become life-threatening.

Because of this, porcupine quill cases will often fall into our "green" triage status, which can sometimes mean a longer wait than owners expect. We understand how stressful it can be to see your pet covered in quills, but most patients are stable and able to wait safely while life threatening emergencies are addressed.

For quill removal, we most often use sedation to create a safer and more comfortable experience for both the patient and our team. In emergency medicine, this can sometimes mean additional wait time while we gather the appropriate staff needed to safely sedate and monitor your pet.

While you're waiting, we can often provide an e-collar (cone) to help prevent pawing or digging at the mouth. Remaining calm and keeping your pet comfortable in a familiar environment, such as your vehicle, can also help reduce stress.

DID YOU KNOW?

- Porcupine quills are barbed at the end, which makes them extremely difficult and painful to remove, especially from an awake pet.
- Cutting quills to "deflate" them is a myth. In fact, cutting quills can make removal more difficult and increase the risk of complications, including embedded quills.
- We commonly see between 3-10 quill patients *per shift*.

WHEN ARE QUILLS A CRITICAL EMERGENCY?

When quills break off or become embedded under the skin, they will often work their way back out over time through a process called *migration*. If the quills are located around the face or muzzle, they frequently migrate outward without causing serious issues.

However, quills can sometimes migrate inward instead.

This becomes much more concerning when quills are located in the chest, shoulders, or abdomen, where they can potentially pe*****te internal structures and cause life-threatening complications. In rare cases, migrating quills can contribute to serious injuries, including damage to the lungs or other internal organs.

**If your pet has quills in the chest or abdomen, they should be evaluated immediately.** Be sure to let our technicians know where the quills are located so we can triage your pet appropriately.

PREVENTION TIPS:

Porcupines tend to be most active at dawn and dusk and are commonly encountered during foggy or rainy mornings while foraging for food.

Keeping pets on a leash during early morning and late-night outings can help prevent an unfortunate 1:00 AM trip to the emergency clinic with a very uncomfortable pup.

If your dog has been quilled in the chest area, please monitor them closely after the removal for:
✔️ Coughing
✔️ Difficulty breathing
✔️ Lethargy

If you notice any of these signs, seek veterinary care immediately.

These sweet friends have been some of our most recent quill removals. We are happy to say that they are all on the mend and (hopefully) have learned their lesson to not make friends with 'spiky kitties'.

🌈 Happy Pride Month from all of us at MAEC! 🌈We proudly support our LGBTQIA+ staff, clients, and community—not just this...
06/19/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month from all of us at MAEC! 🌈
We proudly support our LGBTQIA+ staff, clients, and community—not just this month, but every day. Pride is a time to celebrate love, identity, and progress, while also recognizing the importance of safe, inclusive spaces for all.
We are a judgment-free, hate-free clinic where everyone is welcome and respected. You are seen, you are valued, and you belong here. 🏳️‍🌈❤️

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191 Camden Road/Route 90
Warren, ME
04864

Telephone

(207) 273-1100

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