Services We Offer

At Biddeford Animal Hospital we strive to provide high quality care for all of our patients.

Some of the services we offer include, but are not limited to:

Wellness and Emergency Exams
Small Mammal Exams
Reptile Exams (limited reptiles)
Exotic Pet Exams
Vaccinations
Surgery
Microchipping
Dentistry
Radiology
Humane Euthanasia
(Aftercare provided by Tranquil Waters, an environmentally-friendly pet
cremation facility located right here in Biddeford.
Click the button below for more info.

Feline Grooming
Therapeutic Laser
Acupuncture
In-House Pharmacy
In-House Diagnostic Laboratory
In-house Ultrasound
Free healthy scheduled exams for any pet that was just rescued from any shelter or non-profit organization. We must have proof of adoption and exam must be done within 30 days of adoption. (Does not apply to emergency exams.)

Please contact our staff if you have any questions about how we may help you and your pets.

We are very proud to offer in-house ultrasound as it decreases the need to travel to another facility for this service. We have several technicians who have undergone special training and are certified to perform veterinary ultrasounds. Ultrasounds can provide the doctor with important information about your pet’s organs and surrounding structures and help diagnose and/or rule out any abnormalities. Ultrasound can help discover where and why a problem is occurring so that appropriate treatment can be started. Click the image below for more information on veterinary ultrasound.

What are Petly Health Wellness Plans?

Petly Health Wellness Plans help your pet live a longer, healthier life through affordable preventative care. Petly Plans provide preventative veterinary services for one year, with the cost divided into 12 affordable monthly payments. All plans include:

Wellness care examinations
Doctor recommended vaccinations and annual lab work.
50% off microchipping
10% off spay or neuter surgery
10% off Heartworm and flea/tick preventatives

We offer customized plans for puppies, kittens, adult dogs and adult cats. See below for more information on what each plan includes.

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We have veterinarians and support staff on duty 4 and a half days a week, who are trained and equipped to help with your pet. Usually an emergency team consists of at least one veterinarian and several technicians and assistants working together to save a pet’s life. If you ever feel that your pet needs emergency treatment do not hesitate to call (207) 282-6390. If possible, it is best to call before coming in so that a team member can advise you on your particular emergency and prepare equipment as necessary. We do our best to see emergencies on a case by case basis, but there are times that your pet’s emergency would be best handled by an emergency facility that is open 24 hours a day.

Common veterinary emergencies include, but are not limited to:

Painful, Unable to settle down
Bleeding (may include nose bleeding or bruising anywhere on body)
Seizures, loss of consciousness, or disoriented in behavior
Difficulty breathing (may include panting in a cat, blue, purple or pale hue to tongue and gums)
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Straining or crying out while trying to urinate
Any traumatic injury
Exposure to excessive heat or cold (normal body temp is 99-102F)
Squinting or holding eye(s) shut

**Please note, this is not a complete list of emergency conditions. If you are unsure about the condition of your pet, please contact the office for additional guidance.**

If your pet is experiencing any of the above emergencies, please contact the Biddeford Animal Hospital immediately or if after hours, one of the emergency clinics listed below:

Maine Veterinary Medical Center, Scarborough (207) 885-1290

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care, Portland (207) 878-3121

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, Portsmouth (603) 433-0029

If your pet has a medical concern that is not an emergency but we are unable to see your pet due to a booked schedule, the following clinics are walk-in urgent care clinics and are NOT open 24 hours:

PetMedic Urgent Care Vet Clinic, Portland (207) 813-4777, open 1pm-9pm weekdays and 10am-7pm weekends

Angelus Urgent Veterinary Care, Kennebunk (207) 569-0064, open 12pm-8pm Friday-Monday

As a relatively new branch of medicine, the Class IV laser delivers a large amount of light energy into the companion’s body. This FDA cleared, deep penetrating laser allows relief of pain through the release of endorphins, increased circulation and nerve stabilization by stimulating the injured cells to heal at a faster rate. When it interacts with damaged cells, healing is accelerated and pain virtually eliminated. As our pets age, recover from trauma or surgery, or simply need relief from everyday aches and pains, this advanced technology offers drug-free, surgery-fee pain relief.

Biddeford Animal Hospital was one of the first practices to offer this service in the region. When choosing a treatment option for your pet, the latest technology is available right here at Biddeford Animal Hospital. We offer both individual sessions and packages to fit your needs.

Some benefits of Laser Therapy:

Proven, effective
No known side effects
Reduces healing time
No sedation or clipping needed
Quick: 3-5 minutes per site
May decrease need for surgery, medications

Some conditions that respond to laser therapy:

Arthritis
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Conditions
Post Surgical pain relief and increased healing
Ear infections
Wound Healing
Gingivitis
Degenerative Joint Disease
Insect Bites/Stings
Lacerations/Abrasions
Cystits
Burns
And more….

Click on their logo below for more information about laser therapy. Call us today to see if this exciting technology could make a difference for your pet

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture treatment involves placing small needles into the skin at specific points along the body. The needles are thin and flexible and are left in place for the duration of the treatment, which lasts about 20-30 minutes.

Doctors have been using acupuncture to treat humans and animals for over 3,000 years. Acupuncture was first developed in China and is now used in many countries around the world.

Who can treat my pet with acupuncture?

Any veterinarian who has completed an acupuncture training course can treat your pet. Dr. Erin Spader is a certified veterinary acupuncturist who trained at the Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine in Reddick, FL.

Dr. Spader is also a certified veterinary food therapist and can recommend diet suggestions to supplement your pet’s acupuncture treatment.

What types of conditions can be treated with acupuncture?

Acupuncture can help your pet with many conditions including:

Musculoskeletal problems: arthritis, muscle pain, back pain
Neurologic problems: seizures, intervertebral disc disease, nerve pain
Digestive problems: vomiting, diarrhea, appetite stimulation
Behavioral problems, skin problems, allergies
Pre-operative and post-operative pain management

IF YOUR PET WAS LOST COULD YOU…

Contact all the shelters and veterinary practices in your area?
Provide them all with emergency information?
Confirm the identity of your pet over the phone even if its tags are lost?
Within minutes create a “lost pet” poster with a pet photo?
Mobilize a rescue network wherever you are traveling?

Click on the Home Again logo below for even more information
With ONE phone call to HomeAgain, 1-888-HOMEAGAIN, all of this and more is done for you! Microchipping is a great way to increase the chance of getting your pet back if they are lost. Without ID and no microchip, 90% of pets statistically do not get returned home. However, over 94% of pets microchipped with HomeAgain have been reunited with their families.

There are many additional benefits to microchipping with HomeAgain:

Proactive pet recovery network.
Lost pet alerts.
Personalized lost pet posters.
24/7 emergency medical care with animal poison control hotline.
Adoption insurance.
Pet ID cards.
Pet travel assistance.

If you would like to have your pet microchipped please call us. The microchip can be placed during an appointment or while your pet is here for a procedure.