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Sitter Profile Image: Jacquelyn D.
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Jacquelyn D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
20 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Augusta, ME, 04330

“Jacqueline was a great sitter! Bibi had a wonderful time with her and would definitely book again next time we’re in town!”

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Lindsay S.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 214 reviews
85 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Whitefield, ME, 04353

“Lindsay was very responsive and accommodating. She watched Smoodge for a week and I felt comfortable with her oversight. I appreciated the ongoing communication and flexibility.”

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Blair R.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Newcastle, ME, 04553

“Bracer had a great time with Blair and her dogs. She was very flexible and accommodating with drop off and pickup times. She sent several photos and updates about how he was doing., and took him for a walk and let him romp with the other dogs. Definitely will try to leave him with her again next time I need sitting in this area!”

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Terry & Sheree J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lewiston, ME, 04240

“Terry and Sheree took wonderful care of my kitty. They made sure he was comfortable and provided personalized care while I was away. I would absolutely trust and choose them to watch my cat again!”

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Gillian L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 125 reviews
28 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Union, ME, 04862

“Consistently thoughtful and caring service. Gillian is the best.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca M.
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Rebecca M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Brunswick, ME, 04011

“Rebecca was the perfect match for our Lucy, who had an excellent stay. She communicated clearly with us and updated us with messages and pictures. She followed all of our instructions. We will absolutely use her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin P.
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Erin P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
20 years of experience
Waterville, ME, 04901

About: As a lifelong dog owner, I know the importance of feeling confidence in your pet’s care while you are away – for the day or for weeks. I grew up with German Shepards, Labrador Retrievers, Weimaraners, and of course your traditional mutts. I’m comfortable with medium and large breeds with varying degrees of energy and structure needs. In adulthood I’ve dedicated myself to seniors and pups with special needs. My current pack is all neutered males - Riley (12), Vinnie (17), Gilroy (4, Cerebellar Aplasia), and Louie (4, Blind). Everyone in the pack is dog friendly and more importantly I know them well and how to navigate introducing new members. Pack management is a critical and advantageous skill I live in a single family detached home with a large fenced in yard. The dogs are allowed on the furniture. I have extra crates, cots, dog beds, and toys. With a traditional cape style, I can also keep pack members separate if needed, especially at mealtime to keep everyone safe. My home and I have been approved by three different reputable rescues in the last 3 years. I have established relationships with not only my local vet, Dirigo, but also specialists at Maine Veterinary Medical Center. I have experience with high needs behavioral and physical pups. Though I do not think taking in an aggressive dog into the pack for sitting is a good idea, I am comfortable and understand dogs with anxiety that might need some extra time or care. I have experience with dogs paralyzed in the back end, cerebellar hypoplasia (wobbly), cerebellar aplasia (no balance), hydrocephalus, blindness, senior needs, puppy needs and training. In the last year my pack has included three more pups (may two rest in peace, and one continue to live his best life with his forever mom) and so I open my home to boarding knowing that my current boys are already okay with new members. If you have any questions please reach out! I work from home five days a week. I work from home full-time and can navigate my schedule most days by the needs of the pack. Without a doubt they can go outside whenever they need. At most during the week I could leave the house from 1-3 hours. I will sometimes need to leave the house for 2-6 hours at a time especially on weekends, but can arrange any accommodation that makes your pup comfortable – free, crate, room etc. All dogs are allowed on the couch and my bed, though not all will sleep on the bed at night. I make sure to have a dog bed available for each pup in the house and have crate options too if individual space makes your pup feel more comfortable. The house is set up so that all living is on the first floor, so there are only two stairs into the home and two stairs off of the deck. During the warmer months I have a dog door for free access to the fenced in yard. However, in the winter months I maintain taking the dogs out at regular intervals. All dogs will be fed safely alone so no issues are allowed to develop. All stairs inside are blocked off either by baby gate or doors (for my blind boy). Pack management is key to safety and with lots of experience I know I can navigate it well.

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Erin P.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 68 reviews
15 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Unity, ME, 04988

“Our second time having Erin take care of our lab and we’re just as happy as the first time she watched him! Erin stays in excellent contact, sending plenty of updates and pictures while we’re away. Our dog comes home exhausted from all the playing he does and the attention he gets at her home! We’re thankful Erin attentively & kindly cares for him while we’re away!”

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Jordyn P.
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$50
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3 years of experience
West Gardiner, ME, 04345

About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, birds, and small animals for three years now. I also have experience with housesitting and babysitting. I work two 12 hour day shifts a week. I am currently working part time two 12 hour days. Dogs go out before I go to work and after. On my days off I am able to spend more time with them. I cannot offer pet sitting in my home at this time. I have three years of house/dog sitting experience as well as cats. I am able to stay at the clients place as needed for pet care.

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Craig R.
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Auburn, ME, 04240

“Craig was very accommodating and absolutely amazing with my dog hazel! She’s normally a littler tentative around men but she immediately took to him. He sent frequent updates and great photos including a video of hazel snoring in his lap. By the time we picked her up I’m not sure she wanted to leave.”

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Jennifer & Isaiah C.
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$55
per night
12 years of experience
Dresden, ME, 04342

About: We have a passion for dogs. I myself have cared for dogs of all sizes, ages, and health needs including medication, special diets, and have experience caring for injuries and elderly dogs. My partner and I both work full time with rotating schedules. Most days someone is home. On the few days where we are both working, the dogs are free to go in and out of the dog room to the fenced in area outside. I have a 2 year old lab/golden retriever who loves all other dogs, loves to play, and really enjoys having other dogs around. We have a dog room downstairs with an open door to a covered patio and fenced in grass area for the dogs to play, cool off, and use the bathroom at their own needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Larissa M.
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Larissa M.
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$55
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
winthrop, ME, 04364

“Larissa is absolutely wonderful! Rupert greatly enjoyed his stay in her safe and loving home. You can tell she genuinely cares for your animal as if they were her own. Larissa provided photos throughout the week and a recap of their adventures. Definitely recommended!”

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Savannah H.
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$150
per night
2 years of experience
Bowdoin, ME, 04287

About: If you want your pets/children/homes well taken care of give me a call! I will make sure all of your needs are met if you hire me! I plan on freeing up my schedule to do more jobs through the day instead of one full time job. Help me get started by hiring me! If I was in the position to hire someone to babysit, house sit, or pet sit, I would want someone to take all of my requests seriously and do a good job so that’s what I do!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Augusta is $55

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jacqueline was a great sitter! Bibi had a wonderful time with her and would definitely book again next time we’re in town!

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Roxana R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Eugene and Gale were awesome with our pets! We left two "fur babies" with them - a 9 year old and a puppy, and they were great with both of them. Our pups came back happy, well-fed, and exhausted from their playtime! Eugene and Gale kept us informed throughout our trip with photos, texts and even videos! The were flexible with pick up times and drop offs, which we really appreciated as we had flights to catch. They have a great fenced-in backyard for the dogs to run around in and we felt our pets were very safe and well taken care of. Thanks, Eugene and Gale!

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Milena C.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Augusta is $30 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $25 and $32 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 83 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Augusta. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

100% of sitters in Augusta can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Augusta home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Augusta.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Augusta sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in ME ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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