Services and Pricing
Heart of Maine Mobile Veterinary Services brings veterinary care directly to your home, serving dogs, cats, and their families within 50 miles of Dexter, Maine. We provide personalized, low-stress veterinary care in your home. Pricing reflects the time, travel, medical expertise, and individualized attention required for mobile care.
Important Information
Please review the following information before scheduling an appointment:
- We serve dogs and cats within approximately 50 miles of Dexter, Maine.
- We are not an emergency service. For urgent or critical situations, please contact your nearest emergency veterinary clinic.
- All non-surgical services are provided in your home. We do not have a mobile veterinary vehicle.
- Surgical services are performed at our Dexter location and are not mobile.
- We do not currently offer imaging services such as X-rays or Ultrasound.
- If desired, please call or text for an estimate prior to scheduling your appointment.
- Our pricing is periodically updated to reflect rising costs, travel, and the time required to provide high-quality, individualized veterinary care in your home.
House Call Fees
House call fees apply to all in-home appointments. This charge is in addition to any services you schedule. This covers travel, vehicle costs, scheduling logistics, and extended appointment times required for in-home care.
| Travel Distance | Fee |
|---|---|
| 0 to 15 miles | $50 |
| 15 to 30 miles | $75 |
| 30 to 50 miles | $100 |
| 50+ miles | We are no longer providing services to those beyond 50 miles from Dexter Maine, except for our existing established clients. |
| Extended Travel Fee (Within Service Area) | $50 – An extended travel fee may apply for visits requiring more than 60 minutes of total travel time, even if within the mileage range above. This fee may be reduced or waived when scheduled on a day we are already in or near your area. |
Appointments include both a service fee and a house call fee.
Wellness Visits
| Service | Fee (Per Pet) |
|---|---|
| Annual Wellness Exam | $80 |
| Additional Pet Wellness Exam | $65 – for each additional pet seen at the same visit |
| Recheck Exam | $65 |
Vaccinations
| Vaccinations | Fees (Per Vaccine) |
|---|---|
| Rabies | $30 |
| Distemper (DA2PP) | $45 |
| Bordetella (Kennel Cough) | $45 |
| Lyme | $75 |
| Lepto | $45 |
| Canine Influenza (H3N2/H3N8) | $75 |
| Vaccine | Fee (Per Vaccine) |
|---|---|
| Rabies | $30 (Rabies vaccine used in both canine and felines) |
| Feline Rabies | $50 (Rabies vaccine formulated just for felines) |
| Distemper (FVRCP) | $45 |
| Leukemia (FeLV) | $50 |
Sick Visits
Please note that we are only able to care for routine problems such as ear infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, allergies, acute cases of GI upset and more at this time. If this is a more urgent matter, we suggest reaching out to an emergency hospital or clinic that can accommodate urgent concerns. Additional fees will apply for all medication dispensed or provided at the time of appointment.
| Service | Fee (Per Pet) |
|---|---|
| Sick Exam | $100 |
| Recheck Sick Exam | $75 |
Additional diagnostics, laboratory testing, and medications are billed separately.
Diagnostic Testing
| Service | Fee (Per Pet) |
|---|---|
| Canine annual heartworm and tick borne disease testing | $65 |
| Feline Leukemia (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) testing | $65 |
| Thyroid testing | $ Cost based on test required/requested. |
| Fecal analysis | $85 |
| Urinalysis | $100 |
| Bloodwork / Diagnostic Testing | Diagnostic testing varies based on your pet’s needs. Estimates are provided before services are performed. |
Acupuncture & Telemedicine
Acupuncture
| Service | Fee (Per Pet) |
|---|---|
| Initial Session | $100 |
| Follow-up Session | $75 |
Telemedicine
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Telemedicine | $75 for up to 45mins |
Due to current state regulations regarding the use of virtual veterinary visits, these are only available for follow-up appointments or if your pet has been seen by us within the last year. For more information regarding these visits, please contact us.
Additional Services
| Service | Fee (Per Pet) |
|---|---|
| Nail Trimming | $25 |
| Anal Gland Expression | $30 |
| Microchipping | $55 |
Please note these services are only offered when other services have been requested.
End of Life Care
We provide compassionate in-home euthanasia services, allowing dogs and cats to remain in the comfort and familiarity of home during their final moments.
Services include:
- In-home euthanasia
- Quality of life consultations
- Private cremation options
- Communal cremation options
For detailed information about the process, aftercare options, cremation services, and pricing, please visit our End-of-Life Care page.
Surgical Services
Heart of Maine Mobile Veterinary Services offers a variety of surgical procedures for dogs and cats. Most surgical patients begin with an in-home pre-operative examination, allowing treatment options and recommendations to be discussed in the comfort of your home.
Surgical procedures are performed at our Dexter location and are not mobile services.
Services may include:
- Spay and neuter procedures
- Mass removals and biopsies
- Dental procedures
- Other soft tissue surgeries
For more information about surgical services, what is included, and pricing, please visit our surgical services page.
FAQ’S
What areas do you serve?
We provide mobile veterinary services for dogs and cats within approximately 50 miles of Dexter, Maine.
How does pricing work?
Most appointments include both a service fee and a house call fee. House call fees are based on travel distance from Dexter.
Do you offer emergency services?
No. We are not an emergency veterinary service. If your pet is experiencing an urgent or life-threatening emergency, please contact your nearest emergency veterinary clinic immediately.
Do I need to bring my pet anywhere?
For most services, no. Wellness care, vaccinations, sick visits, end-of-life care, acupuncture, and many other services are performed in your home. Surgical procedures are the exception and are performed at our Dexter location.
Do you provide care in a mobile clinic vehicle?
No. All non-surgical services are performed in your home. We do not have a mobile veterinary vehicle.
What conditions can you treat during a mobile visit?
We can treat many routine medical concerns, including ear infections, skin infections, allergies, urinary tract infections, minor wounds, gastrointestinal upset, and other non-emergency conditions. If your pet requires emergency care, hospitalization, advanced imaging, or specialty services, we may recommend referral to another veterinary facility.
Do you perform surgeries in the home?
No. Surgical procedures are performed at our Dexter location. Most surgical patients begin with an in-home pre-operative examination.
Do you offer X-rays or ultrasound?
At this time, we do not have imaging capabilities such as X-ray or ultrasound.
Can you see multiple pets during one visit?
Yes. We are happy to see multiple pets during the same appointment whenever possible.
Can I request an estimate before scheduling?
Absolutely. Please call or text us if you would like an estimate prior to scheduling your appointment.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, cards, and CareCredit.
FEES, POLICIES AND TAXES
| Fees and Taxes | Price |
|---|---|
| Missed Appointment Fee – Under 1 Hour of Travel | $25 – This fee will be added to your account if we travel to your home for a scheduled appointment and you are not present. |
| Missed Appointment Fee – Over 1 Hour of Travel | $50 – This fee will be added to your account if we travel to your home for a scheduled appointment and you are not present. |
| Medication Dispensing Fee | $5 – For each medication dispensed at the time of appointment. |
| Sales Tax | Microchipping, Medications, E-Collars, and other goods sold are subject to Maine State Sales Tax. |
Payment(s)
Full payment is due when services are rendered or inventory items are dispensed. We accept cash, credit cards, and CareCredit. We can provide you with an estimated cost of services before or during your visit. Please call or text us for an individualized quote.
If you are unable to pay your bill and request a payment plan, we will process a CareCredit application for you. CareCredit is a medical credit company which provides full payment for veterinary care for eligible clients and accepts monthly payments until the balance is paid in full. You may also preemptively apply for a CareCredit account using this link or the link in the menu below.
We may require a deposit of up to 50% of an estimate upon scheduling of a pet for non-routine procedures or surgery. This will be decided on an individual basis. The remaining balance will be due the day the pet is seen or when the patient is discharged from surgery.
Prescriptions
By law, we do have to examine your pet within the last year to provide any medication. Please do not ask us to fill a prescription for a pet we have not seen. We will be unable to do so until we have an existing relationship with your pet. Please also give us 24 hours to approve any prescriptions requests.