At PenBay Vets one of our main goals is client education. The greater your understanding of pet health concerns and the effects of different diseases, the better care you can give your pets. Below is a collection of articles we have written on topics concerning pet health to help you be better informed. Please check back frequently, as seasonal topics will vary. For additional information visit our Pet Health Library.

Our Top Tips for Midcoast Maine Pet Owners »

Are you new to the area or a first time pet owner? Our goal at PenBay Vet’s is to help you be the best pet owner possible. READ PBVA’S TOP TIPS FOR MIDCOAST MAINE PET OWNERS:

1. Protect your dog from...

PenBay Veterinary Associates Encourages Maine Pet Owners to Brush Up on Oral Health »

Rockport, Maine January 3, 2012

Oral disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem for pets. Although daily tooth brushing is advised for dogs and cats, the reality is that only two percent of dog owners follow through. In addition, 65 percent of dogs with stage one periodontal disease often go untreated because veterinary health care teams do not recommend needed...

Flea Control for Cats »

Where does my cat get fleas?

The most common flea found on cats and dogs is the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). Rarely rabbit fleas or hedgehog fleas are also found on cats.

The most important source of cat fleas is newly emerged adult fleas from pupae in your house or yard. Adult fleas live and feed on our pets but...

Flea Control for Dogs »

My dog always seems to have fleas. What can I do?

Successful flea control involves:

Eliminating fleas from your dog
Controlling fleas in the environment

Dogs and cats share the same fleas. It is important that all pets in your home are on a flea preventive. Treating your pet for fleas has never been...

Camden Snow Bowl Revises Pet Policy »

Camden — The Camden Parks and Recreation Department announced Jan. 13 that it was changing the rules for pets at the Ragged Mountain Recreation Area, home of the Camden Snow Bowl. Effective immediately, the following rules are in effect from Dec. 1 through March 31: