Specialty Small Animal Surgery · Maine

Experienced surgical care, delivered with a steady hand.

Small Animal Surgical Services offers advanced specialty surgical care for pets at our state-of-the-art facility in Freeport, Maine, just off Interstate 295. We partner with primary-care veterinarians and their teams to provide compassionate, high-quality surgical care for pets across Maine.

Providing heartfelt care and support for pets and their families every day

Since 2005

Practicing small-animal surgery

1,300

Procedures completed during specialty training

Thousands

of TPLO surgeries completed

Maine-wide

Regional specialty-surgery access

      
   Small Animal Surgical Services
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   Andrea Conover 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. House performed an FHO on our golden this past May.  It was thought that she needed a knee surgery (TPLO) and upon Dr. House's examination and recommendation an FHO was what was best for her.  Given that we had prepared ourselves and our home for a dog in recovery, we proceeded with the FHO that same day.  WOW--our dog's life has improved so much--I had no idea. She wrestles with our other dog, marches up the trail every morning and must feel better as she is spunkier than ever!  So grateful for this outcome and the excellent work of Dr. House!
  
 
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   Merval Porter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. House performed a Femoral Head Ostectomy on our cat, Mitchell. Within hours of getting him home his sweet, lovable, affectionate personality has returned. Thank you for giving us our sweet little boy back!
  
 
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   Callie Grant 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. House performed BOAS surgery on my Frenchie, Dunkin, 4 years ago. Just this past week he did the same for one year old Fiona. She is healing unbelievable well and will be back to her very active lifestyle soon, but able to breathe better!
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   Deb Palumbo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. How truly AMAZING Dr. House is ♥️ He is so compassionate, knowledgeable & reassuring to any or all of your questions. My little yorkie had to have a ACL repair & a knee repair. After speaking & spending time with me I felt so confident in his skills & talent I immediately felt confident I had made the best decision for my Molly Grace. He performed surgery on her at my vets office. After her surgery was completed he came to me to explain how it went. His reassurance & professional manner was outstanding. I am extremely passionate about my Molly’s surgery & his skills were top notch. She is only 2 days out however I can already tell she will be good in a few months from now after healing. I feel so blessed that I put my little one in Dr. House’s hands. He is definitely a truly wonderful man. Thank you with my sincere heart for helping her & I. Blessings ♥️
  
 
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   Lucille N.Murphy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In Dec.2023, Dr. House performed a TECA (Total ear canal ablation)on my poor Rosie who had a severe chronic left ear infection that antibiotics couldn't cure. (and the bacteria was becoming more and more resistant to any antibiotics. It was a 2 hour procedure and she came home the same day. Although behavior seemed bizarre during the first 24-48 hours after the surgery(eyes moving rapidly from side to side, bizarre head movements-all due to temporary nerve irritation) she did extremely well.  and now is completely normal with no head shaking/scratching and infection is gone. I am pleased and impressed with Dr. Houses' expertise!!
  
 
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   Alison Soule 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 8 yr old flat coat mix, Millie, had a CCL and meniscus tear. We met Dr. House for a consult on the day the surgery was scheduled, which I appreciated because the consult fee was waived vs coming back another day for surgery.  He was very clear and spoke in terms that I could understand and explained the TPLO surgery, and he was also patient with questions I had for clarification.  I didn’t feel rushed at all ,and as this was Millie’s first major surgery since I’ve had her, I was a little nervous, but felt more confident after talking with Dr H.   Millie’s surgery went really well and was quicker than I anticipated.  We are now 7 weeks out; her incision has healed nicely and she’s walking very well.  Per Dr H’s recommendation, we also did the 6 laser treatments to aid in the long term healing.   The last photo of her sitting up/looking at camera is a week after surgery-she was much more herself!
  
 
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   Caitlin Daly, DVM 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I couldn't be happier with my experience using Dr. House's services. It was a relief to find out my dog could have her TPLO surgery performed at my local clinic. It was convenient and I didn't have to take the entire day off work. It was much more affordable than taking her down south and I really appreciated being able to continue to support my local practice. As a fellow veterinarian and practice owner, the level of care and customer service I received was on par with what I strive to give my patients and their owners. It was nice to be on the receiving end of that. I would recommend his services to anyone. You will not be disappointed.

MEET DR. HOUSE

A surgeon your veterinary team can trust.

Dr. Mark House, DVM, ACVS-SA, has practiced small-animal surgery since 2005. He trained at a high-volume specialty hospital in Long Island, New York, completing 1,300 procedures during training, and has gone on to perform thousands of TPLO surgeries.

Specialty services

Focused surgical expertise for the cases that need it.

Explore the major procedure categories and learn how the referral and owner journey works.

TPLO / CCL Repair

A dedicated pathway for cranial cruciate ligament disease, including candidacy, procedure education, recovery, FAQs, pricing guidance, and referral.

Surgical Services

An overview of specialty small-animal procedures. The final procedure list and individual service details will be populated from the approved clinical content.

Veterinary Referrals

A streamlined referral pathway for primary-care veterinarians, with a dedicated referral form and clear communication workflow.

Getting ready for surgery? There’s an app for that.

Our Surgery Prep App walks pet owners through fasting instructions, what to bring, and what to expect — step by step, from the night before to the day of surgery.

Surgical care in pictures

A closer look at specialty veterinary care.

Trusted by practices across Maine

Compassionate, Skilled, and Dedicated Surgical Care

Dr. Mark House is a compassionate and caring surgeon who takes pride in his work. He is not only an extremely skilled and dedicated surgeon, but an excellent communicator who has helped us to improve the quality of care we can provide to our patients. He is very professional, personable, friendly, and kind, and he is available with cutting edge care when he is needed. Maine and the Androscoggin Animal Hospital have been very fortunate to have Dr. House caring for our beloved pets and people.

Jonathan Spelke, DVM

Excellent Surgical Care Close to Home

“Dr. Mark House travels to Presque Isle Animal Hospital several times a year to perform specialty surgeries like TPLO, fracture repair, and advanced soft tissue procedures. He can tackle any advanced surgery we throw at him. His communication with our team and clients is excellent, and his recovery app makes aftercare easy for owners. He provides expert surgical care close to home for our clients, and they love it!”

Dustin Cook

Owner, Presque Isle Animal Hospital

Proudly serving all of Maine

From Portland north to the Maine border, with particular focus on Mid-Coast and Southern Maine communities. Referring practices statewide are welcome.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common questions, answered simply.

How are appointments scheduled?

Referring veterinarians can call, email, or use the referral form. Pet owners generally self-schedule by phone, email, or an online request after referral. Reception handles scheduling. Call 207-481-0191 to discuss scheduling and next steps.

Do you accept walk-ins?

No. Appointments are required and there are no walk-ins.

How does a veterinarian refer a patient?

Referring practices can call, email, or submit patient details directly through our online referral form. Our team will confirm scheduling with the pet owner directly.

What should I expect at the first appointment?

You'll meet with Dr. House for a consultation and exam, review imaging or records from your primary-care vet, and discuss whether surgery — and which procedure — is the right next step.