Poland Animal Hospital

12/15/2025

Every day is cat day, but December makes it official! Celebrate with purr-haps a cat-puccino and some cozy cuddles? ☁️

12/14/2025

Great advice from Mr. Drew and His Animals Too. Pets are not presents, toys, or decorations. They are living, breathing beings that require lifelong commitment, care, and attention

It is that time of year again. WHAT IS A GOOD CHRISTMAS PET FOR MY YOUNG CHILD?

We take in animals for multiple reasons but the biggest reason is impulse. Holidays are a very impulsive time. People are thinking the moment and not the long term. We currently have well over 400 animals at any given time, that is over 400 homes prior to me. That does not include the animals that were my personal pet from years prior.
Starting in January/February we will get slammed with animals that kids are no longer paying attention to, parents find out that they may not be easy as they thought or were told, the expenses are high and there may be smells and messes not foreseen. Chances are very good that they were not given all the information then need to properly care for the new pet and chances are even higher that the parents did not do all the research required to own that animal. We can blame a pet store only so much if you don’t take the time yourself to learn. You may be getting the animal for your child but it is ultimately YOUR responsibility as an adult.
I tell parents, “Take your child’s age and add at least 10 years (or more) to it. That is an average pet’s lifespan. So if your child is 10 years old, the pet may still be around when you child is now 20 years. What will be happening in your child’s life between the ages of 10 to 20? A lot! Who is taking care of that animal? Not them but you.”
The ones I receive early may be the lucky ones because the longer they remain in the care of those that did not properly learn about that animal, the animal may fall ill and the people find there are few vets that work with my animals and they are expensive, so they will surrender their sick animals to me. All expenses fall upon me. All could be prevented if people just resisted the impulse.
So please, take the time to learn about an animal first. Reach out to me anytime with questions before you purchase an animal and if people make the efforts, you and the animal will have a better life.

12/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who has donated to Murphy’s Angel Tree Fundraiser benefiting Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills. One week to go!
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12/11/2025

There have been at least 40 reported cases of rabies in Maine this year. Maine law requires that all dogs, cats, and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies, even your indoor cats. Unfortunately pets have been known to escape and wild animals can enter your homes.

12/11/2025

The end of the year is a great opportunity to review your pets health needs from dental care to nutrition to preventive treatments. Book their visit today!

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

LOST in the vicinity of Cleve Tripp and N. Raymond Road. Please keep an eye out!

** 12.13.25 * Runa is home!!

Exciting news - After missing for 7 days Runa decided she was hungry and came back to sniff the compost. She is tired but completely healthy and relaxed. No more adventures for you!!

**12/09/2025** RUNA IS MISSING FROM POLAND, MAINE!!
Runa, a 7 year old, 50lb Norwegian Elkhound, went missing from her home on Cleve Tripp Rd in Poland ME on 12/06/2025. Runa is gray with black and white and 50lbs. Runa slipped her collar during a walk but is microchipped. If you see Runa, DO NOT CHASE her but call Katarina at 207-312-4650.

Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills
Greater Androscoggin Humane Society

12/10/2025

Santa’s visit to Poland Animal Hospital was a wonderful success! We welcomed 19 dogs and one very brave cat for festive fun and photos. And we’re happy to report that every single one made the Nice List this year!

Thanks to your kindness, we raised over $200, which will be shared with Christmas In Poland 04274 and Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills.

Please bear with us as we upload photos to social media and send them out by email. There are a lot of photos to go through!

Thank you all for supporting our community and helping make this event truly special. Happy holidays! 🎄❤️

12/09/2025

Santa has arrived!

12/09/2025

Veterinary medicine is about more than just treatment; it’s about care, compassion, and commitment. Today, we celebrate the incredible people who provide it.

12/08/2025

We had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas in Poland this year. We hope you had a chance to enjoy our tree at the Festival of Trees.

Congratulations to all the winners!