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Sitter Profile Image: Cassidy & Cody R.
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Cassidy & Cody R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
11 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Buxton, ME, 04093

“First of all, let me start by saying this couple is by far one of the nicest families I’ve met out here. Last minute booking and they welcomed my pup with open arms. Cassidy and Cody kept me up to snuff with day to day life while I was away and even sent pictures of them on adventures. They took great care of my pup and their sweet kids spoiled him with hourly cuddles and brushes so he came home looking like a million bucks. Thank you to the entire family for taking such great care of my boy. Aloha”

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Tyler C.
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Simon Y.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
7 repeat clients
35 years of experience
North Deering, Portland, ME, 04103

“Simon was so nice and welcoming, and my dogs seemed very happy. I got a bunch of pictures showing me how comfortable and at home my dogs felt from the first moment. We will certainly call Simon when we are in the area again!”

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Jessica L.
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Sergey T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 90 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Riverton, Portland, ME, 04103

“I’m so happy we found Sergey at the last minute. My two dogs stayed with Sergey’s for six nights. They came home tired, happy, and clean. Sergey was extremely flexible with our timing when our travel was delayed. I would not hesitate to recommend Sergey as a pet sitter.”

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Laura H.
Sitter Profile Image: Briana H.
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Briana H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 100 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Limerick, ME, 04048

“Briana was so wonderful - she helped us out with a last minute boarding need, and she sent daily updates and pictures of our pup. He had a wonderful time at her home, and we would gladly contact Briana for future stays!”

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Cayla M.
Sitter Profile Image: Trisha G.
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Trisha G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 118 reviews
47 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Scarborough, ME, 04074

“Once again, Ava had a fantastic stay with Trisha and family❤️ It always makes it easier for us to leave her knowing the care and attention she will receive. Thank you!”

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Barbara E.
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Anne B.
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$62
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 98 reviews
39 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Westbrook, ME, 04092

“Anne is the best! She very obviously cares a lot about all dogs, but especially the ones in her care. She sent me lots of updates, photos, and videos - possibly more than she normally might because this was the first time I’d ever been apart from my dog and was a little nervous! She asked me great questions and was very considerate; for example asking first if it would be ok to give my dog a certain treat. She’s very mindful of animal interaction and knows each dog and situation are different. This was my first Rover experience and I hope they’re all as good as this was. Thank you Anne!”

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Mary W.
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Alicia G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
14 repeat clients
3 years of experience
North Deering, Portland, ME, 04103

“Alicia and Dave were great with Cosmo. He was very comfortable there with them and their dog, and they were great at giving him his medications. Always tough to find someone to watch these dogs with some medical issues, but they didn’t miss a beat. Loved getting the picture updates.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly D.
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Kimberly D.
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$92
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gorham, ME, 04038

“Our dog loves to visit Kimberly! Our dog is always very relaxed, happy, and has obviously been well taken care of every time we pick her up. Kimberly has been very accommodating to our schedule. We highly recommend her.”

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Suzanne L.
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Tiffany L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
16 years of experience
Sanford, ME, 04073

“Tiffany was wonderful! Our mix terrier Lucy was very happy at her house. It was great to meet the family and see their home and yard. We will be happy to have Tiffany care for Lucy again.”

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Brenda F.
Sitter Profile Image: Marna & Jeremy A.
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Marna & Jeremy A.
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$80
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 178 reviews
82 repeat clients
27 years of experience
North Deering, Portland, ME, 04103

“I have a very anxious dog and it’s been difficult to find a sitter who gets along with him but Marna has been a total lifesaver. She has been very professional, accommodating, and just delightful to work with, and I highly recommend her.”

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Rafael J.
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Alma D.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Oakdale, Portland, ME, 04102

“We had a wonderful experience with Alma, who invited our Whoopie into her home and family. When possible, Alma also arranges a meet and greet before the stay to ensure a good fit. Thank you so much Alma! We hope we can meet again and reunite dogs and people.”

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Shannon R.
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Alicia R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
15 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Sebago, ME, 04029

“Had a great experience leaving Beau with Alicia and her family. They took great care of him, sent pictures/updates regularly, and asked questions about how to best care for him. They spent a lot of time outside with him, which I know he loved :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine B.
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Christine B.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
13 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME, 04103

“Christine was a lovely host for Bode’s week of summer camp. She was quick to reply, lovely to speak with, but most importantly seemed to really care about Bode’s wellbeing and happiness. She has a huge fenced in yard that he had free reign to, and a lovely in ground pool. We will absolutely book with her again!”

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Kaitlyn W.
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Audrey C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
8 repeat clients
27 years of experience
South Casco, ME, 04015

“Audrey is amazing. We have 2 dogs and one is older than most, 18. She has a few things that can make watching her a challenge and Audrey went above and beyond. This was my first time doing anything like this and she made the process so easy and when we went on our trip we knew they would be in good hands. She sent pictures and updates with them which was great to get on the summit of a mountain. Most definitely 5 stars for Audrey and would recommend her to all friends and family!! Thank you so much!!”

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Kaitlin A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
20 years of experience
Bridgton, ME, 04009

“Kaitlin and her family were fantastic with the dogs! First, she accommodated a last minute booking when my original plan fell through and accepted with a weeks notice and I am forever grateful. It was clear the dogs were in good hands with multiple updates and pictures each day, I was able to relax and enjoy my vacation knowing they were well taken care of. They even came home with handmade bandanas! I would definitely book with Kaitlyn again knowing my dogs also had a great vacation at her home. Thanks again!”

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Stefany S.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Gorham, ME, 04038

“Stefany was amazing. She accepted my last minute request and responded to all my messages very quickly. She gave me lots of updates and bonded immediately with my dog, even though he can be picky about people sometimes. Would recommend for anyone who needs a dog sitter in Maine!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Janice A.
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Janice A.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
11 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Kennebunkport, ME, 04046

“Our pup had a wonderful time with Janice, and with great communication throughout the stay we had peace of mind she was well cared for. Would definitely recommend and look forward to our next booking!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katherine D.
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Katherine D.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
East End, Portland, ME, 04101

“Katherine did an amazing job with Boone. He was well rested and not anxious at all when I picked him up. She was very flexible and communicative during his stay. I was very happy!”

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Rachel T.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Riverton, Portland, ME, 04103

“Hank and his mom Rachel were such a blast for our dog Bode to stay with. He had a great week of playtime, couch time, and what looked like hours of dog parkour. We will absolutely be sending Bode back.”

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Kaitlyn W.
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Alexyss J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
7 years of experience
Falmouth, ME, 04105

“Alexyss was great with communication and availabilty with my dogs.She is clearly an animal lover and my boys did really well with her.”

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Valerie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My pups loved their stay. Derrick and his wife made every effort to make them feel at home. Very receptive and accommodating. Looking forward to another stay soon!

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Ashley B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Where is the 10 star option?!!!!?! We are deeply grateful to Derrick and his wife for caring for our pup as though he was their own! The daily updates, communication, and just how comfortable we could see Ridge was in their care speaks volumes!!! It was such a gift to not be worried about Ridge while we were on our honeymoon, 2k miles away. Blessed to have found and trusted them! 10/10 recommend!!!

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Kerri D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolute perfection again!!! So long as we're in Maine we'll never use another sitter! Ridge loves it there so much 🥰

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Kerri D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I always get a bit sad dropping my dog off with someone, but leaving my dog with Madisyn felt fine right away. Her and her dog crew welcomed Clover right into their pack. My dog was happy to be there.

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Aimee L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madisyn was great! Her and her family treated our pup really well, and communication of activities sent frequently! My pup even got a Xmas bandana to look spiffy w their dogs. It looked like he had a great time romping on their property and chilling with their dog-friendly family!

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simeon k.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Elmwood 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 Elmwood.

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 Elmwood 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.

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