Dog Walkers in Readfield, ME

“To whom it may concern, I am written a letter of recommendation for Tonya Patten as a pet sitter. I have know Tonya for 30+ years and her care for animals has always been beyond exceptional. Wether large animals or the smallest of creatures she always goes the extra mile to make sure they have what they need. I have seen her nurse sick animals back to health, bring a reptile back to good health and care for aging dogs and cats with the care, love and respect that they all deserve. You could not find a better representative for your service. She has helped me with my dog and gave her all the love that I do.”

“Naomi has been wonderful to my two dogs and gave my little dog the time needed to be comfortable with her. I can not say enough about my dogs in her care I would recommend her over and over again.”

“Marissa was amazing! As a first time user of Rover, I was not familiar with the process. Marissa explained the steps to follow and accepted my booking even though it was very short notice. She even made sure to fit in a visit prior to the dog walking dates to make sure Shadow and I were comfortable. Shadow was well taken care of and I could tell from the various pictures Marissa provided, he was enjoying his time with her! I would not hesitate to book Marissa again in the future!! Five stars!!!”

“Keagan is one of the most loving and caring people that I know. He has helped raise and take care of 3 dogs as well as owned several smaller animals while growing up. He absolutely LOVES his pets and treats them as family members. I am 100% confident that he would treat others pets with the same level of love and care.”

About: I've had two dogs my whole life and I've been expected to feed them since I was 10. My family has trusted me to take care of their pets while they were away and for a little, over a year, I've been taking care of a neighbor's elder greyhound, including walking, feeding, letting it out, and picking up after it. I'm currently a sophomore at my college which is in Aurora, NY, which means I'm strictly able to do dog walking and house sitting during the summer months or breaks from school when I'm visiting my parents in Maine. During the summer, I'd prefer to walk in the morning before it gets hot, but I can walk in the afternoon if that works better for people. I'm able to do dog walking and house sitting, but I can't have other animals at my house because my dogs tend me reactive toward other animals and people, especially other dogs that are on their property. I'm very willing to walk dogs, big or small, near a client's home or at a place nearby. I'm willing to drive if the dog has a typical walking route. I'm very flexible, especially if it makes the dog more comfortable. I've also walked and grown up around Berenese Mountain Dogs, so I know how to handle every dog breed, since I've grown up with dogs as small as Boston Terriers and as big as Great Danes and St. Bernards.

“Larissa is one of the most dependable and responsible people I know! The amount of love she gives her own dog, Tessa, is proof enough of what a great dog caregiver she is. Highly recommended!”

About: I’ve grown up with both dogs and cats my whole life and have been pet sitting for family, friends and anyone in need for the last three years! I have experience with both puppies between the ages of six months and two years old and senior dogs up to the age of 13. I am currently working part-time as a nanny most Thursdays through Saturdays, I am typically always available during the beginning of the week and work some half day shifts nannying so my schedule is open to changes. I always ask my clients to provide me with a strict set of rules and requirements, so that both myself, and the client feel comfortable with me being in the space.

“We have had a great experience with Jamie! We have a new baby and a toddler, and getting our dog out for walks sometimes feels impossible. This is our first time hiring a dog walker and she has made us feel so comfortable, and our dog sure appreciates it! Our dog is a little nervous and Jamie has worked hard to make her comfortable going for walks with her. She is very communicative, flexible, and responsive. Cant say enough good things!”

“Kelly took great care of my pups, giving them the exercise and love they needed! Thanks for helping me in a pinch.”

“Sophia is a responsible and dependable young woman. Together we have walked our dogs and she always pays close attention to the dogs needs and wellbeing. She has a wonderful personality for giving attention to dogs and has the patience it requires to take them on walks. She is a loving dog caregiver. I have seen this many times as she interacts not only with her own dog but with mine as well.”

“Caroline responded quickly to a last minute request, provided detailed info on Pepper's walk, and pictures. I'll be using her again. Highly recommended.”

“I am writing to recommend Nathan as a pet care provider. Nate has been doing pet care services now for going on 10 years. (In addition to providing this service, he also does house sitting.) Nathan is a pet owner himself and has helped me whelp 3 litters of German Shepherd pups, as well as raise/train my current German Shepherd. Nathan is a very responsible pet owner and a consummate professional. If you are looking to hire someone who will give your pet(s) the care and attention they deserve, please consider Nate for the job. You won't be disappointed!”

“Recently Aleisha did dog walking, check ins for over a 6 week period. She did house sitting for us over a five day trip and found her to be extremely responsible and responsive to all of our two dogs needs. One of our dogs has extreme separation anxiety and is very timid and has difficulty trusting new people. Aleisha came for dog walks a few weeks before our trip and gained Sadie's' trust over that period. While we were away, Sadie accepted Aleisha wholeheartedly. Upon our return, the dogs were excited but very calm and at ease – a real departure from other vacation experiences. Aleisha also spent several nights at our home house sitting. Again we found her to be a true pro and very reliable and respectful. We would have no problem using her again and would recommend her services to anyone who would ask. As a matter of fact, we will be using Aleisha for occasional walks to keep in touch with Sadie and keep their bonds intact. Just such a pleasure to have someone as reliable and trustworthy for both us and our pets.”

About: I work year-round at a summer camp, and I love to take care of animals on the side. I can come to your home and look after your dog where they might be more comfortable. I have a cat at home, but I am missing my time living with dogs, so I thought that this would be the perfect compromise! I am also available to take care of any cats or other small animals that you may have at your home. When camp is not in session, I work remotely. That means I can work wherever there is wifi! More time to spend with your fur babies. I can do whatever works best for both of our schedules. I love having dogs (and cats!) come to my house, but sometimes I think it's easier for them to stay in the environment where they are the most comfortable. I am willing to accommodate what you think is best for your pet.

“Kalarr is one of the most responsible and loving pet caregivers that I have known. She has 1 dog, Edgar, that she has raised from a puppy and is now 12 years old. She also has 3 cats. Kalarr worked as a server for many years and I've personally seen her in action working with customers and they all love her. She is a kind and loving soul, not only with animals but with people. We have had Kalarr care for our dog and cats on many occasions and we always travel carefree knowing that our animals are in the best hands possible. You can rest assured if Kalarr is caring for your pet they are being loved, snuggled, well fed and yes, you may even find them a bit more spoiled upon your return.”

“Great job! Lots of feedback”

“Excellent care! Kenedi put in the time to build trust with all four animals. She is a pleasure to work with.”

About: I've owned medium and large dogs throughout my life and even cared for 2 litters of chocolate lab pups. I currently have a 4 year old golden retriever, Easton. I'm currently a stay at home mom with plenty of time to devote to walking and caring for your furry family members. I have lots of availability! We live on 3 acres with a large yard for lots of play time. Our golden retriever, Easton, will be happy to have friends to play with!

“Allison is an awesome pet sitter! She's responsible, sends lots of pictures/text check ins (which we love!) and always leaves our house as clean as she found it. We love her laid back personality and the fact that she has experience working in a veterinary setting - plus, our animals love her :) It makes traveling so much easier knowing that our pets are being so well taken care of.”

About: I've been in contact with dogs as long as I've been walking and talking. My parents always had a pack of 4 running around the house and my brothers and I were frequently helping out with feeding, walking, etc. I used to spend a lot of my weekends with my mom’s poodle, trimming his unruly coat! I also have owned rats, fish and cats, and am comfortable caring for them, as well as birds. Just let me know if you have a smaller critter that needs some care! I have experience with farm animals such as horses and chickens, and am happy to watch goats, cows, you name it!! My Service Dog in Training, Artemis, and I are currently travelling across the US together! We’re currently home in Maine again and offering services all over! I’m available any day of the week, all hours of the day to hang out with your pet :) I work a hybrid job as a peer support partner that’s mainly remote, so you can rest well knowing they won’t be spending long hours alone. I clicker train my dog, Artemis, my service dog, and have mini training sessions everyday with her. I'm more than happy to include your dog if you let me know what you'd like to work on. I also have experience with reactive dogs, as my late mastiff mix came into my care with an extreme case of stranger reactivity that I managed. So if your pup is timid or shy, I will for sure still take them on and give them the best experience catering to their specific fears. I know owning a reactive dog can be isolating and stressful. Let me take some of that stress away by being understanding of your pups and their needs! I’m more than happy to arrange meet and greets to discuss fido’s specific needs, and let them get used to my presence. Understanding and listening is important in managing reactivity, and I’m more than happy to be that person!