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Derrick G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Derrick G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dog sitter

Over the years i have taken care of countless dogs for short/ long term stays. I have 3 dogs of our own that have full access to use the 18 acres. Each dog that comes to my home is treated like one of mine.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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Ashley B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 16, 2026

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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Aimee L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2026

Derrick and Madi are the absolute best. My girl Clover fits into their pack perfectly. Shes always smiling in her photos and comes back a happy girl. It is such a relief to know your pup is happy, relaxed, and well cared for when you’re away.

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Kaeli S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 22, 2026

Our little sweetie was happy and tired from running around with her dog buddies at Derrick’s house! She was clearly well taken care of and we will absolutely be return clients! They also agreed to board on short notice which we appreciated. Thank you Derrick and family!

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Kerri D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

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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Samantha K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 21, 2026

Normally my dog doesn’t eat his food for the first day he’s at a new place and he ate his entire bowl of food. And he made some new friends as well

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Maryanne L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 17, 2026

Derrick took great care of my dog, Reggie while I was away! He has an a great setup for dogs, lots of space to run around and his own dogs made quick friends with Reggie. I could tell he got lots of exercise because he slept like a baby on the ride home. Would definitely recommend Derrick to watch your pup!

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Calendar and availability

Schedule

I have a very flexible schedule and can accommodate most situations. I always send updated photos of there stay along with updates through out there time at our home.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have 3 labs that love to play with other dogs, while your dog and or dogs are here they will have full access to our 18 acre lot with a home that sits about 500’ the road. Very private

Pets

A typical day

Your dog will be welcomed to roam and explore my land with my dogs. Weather it’s playing in the yard or exploring the woods they will love the freedom.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Derrick can host up to 3 pets per night
Can accommodate most needs. Must be good with kids and other dogs as I have both. Please let me know if I can help in anyway
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.