Dog Boarding in Scarborough, ME

“I can't recommend Elisabeth highly enough! She took such wonderful care of our dog, Ollie, and it was clear from the start how much love and attention she gave him. Every day, she sent multiple high-quality photos and detailed updates that showed just how happy and comfortable he was in her care. She went above and beyond by dressing the dogs in warm outfits and taking them on engaging walks, keeping Ollie active and entertained. Not only did she keep him well-exercised, but she also worked on teaching him commands! It is obvious how much she cares about providing a safe, loving, and enriching environment for the dogs. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter, and I’m so grateful for the peace of mind she gave us while we were away for the holidays. Thank you for watching Ollie!”

Household M.

“Kelly was wonderful with our dog Jimmy! She took him to the lake, and he had an absolute blast playing there. She kept us updated throughout the weekend, sending us updates with pictures and videos. He probably didn’t want to come home! We’ll definitely book Kelly again.”

Robert D.

“Our pup is a sensitive, nervous guy. Marna made sure he felt loved and at home. I could tell he was having fun with her family through the photos she sent. She filled us in each day and sent photos. 🤩 Will definitely use Marna again!”

Shelley D.

“Rachael was amazing with Maizy. Maizy vacationed with her for 8 nights. As promised, we received many pictures and updates daily. She was in tuned to how our girl was feeling and we could see the happiness on Maizy’s face in the pics. Rachel reached out with food questions when needed. We seriously could not have asked for a better vacation for our Maizy girl! Highly recommend Rachael! Hopr the secret doesn’t spread too fast so we can book Rachael again!”

Doug & Karen F.

“Our lab had a great week long stay with Victoria. He is more of a loner dog but got along very well with Victoria's two dogs. I felt very comfortable with him there and felt that Victoria and Bobby were very dog savvy and could take care of issues that might arise. No issues arose and I know our dog was well cared for and they reported in while I was gone, which was very comforting! This was the first time our dog stayed anywhere except at home.”

Christy M.

About: *Please note that our Day Care & Boarding rates are at a special rate for August and September while we build our Rover profile! We just ask that in return you'll be sure to write us a review based on the care we provide your doggo 💛* Hi there! We’re Amanda and Austen, a couple based in Scarborough with a dog of our own (our Mini Aussie, Mazie) and a lot of love to share with yours. When Amanda’s not caring for her sweet group of five-year-olds or Austen’s not out playing tennis, we’re spending time with Mazie, chasing seagulls at the beach, hiking in the mountains, or snuggling up on the couch after a snowy play session. We love active days just as much as laid-back ones, and we’re happy to match whatever energy your pup brings. We both grew up in homes with animals- at one point, Amanda had five dogs and a cat! We have cared for dogs of all breeds and energy levels, from teacup-size rescues to large-breed couch potatoes, plus plenty of other animals over the years (including Sparkles the Bearded Dragon, Amanda’s current classroom pet). We live in a quiet neighborhood with a fully fenced-in backyard that dogs love to explore. Austen works from home full-time, so your pup will get plenty of attention throughout the day, and we share responsibilities depending on the care your pet needs. Whether it’s a weekend adventure, daily daycare, or a cozy overnight stay, we’re here to make your dog feel happy, safe, and loved. We offer care throughout the week and are happy to accommodate weekends, holidays, and special requests as our schedule allows. Austen works from home and provides consistent weekday care and supervision, while Amanda handles most weekend walks, drop-ins, and house sitting when needed. Between the two of us, your pet will never go long without company, playtime, or a potty break. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a last-minute trip, we’ll work with you to make sure your pup is happy and cared for. We know how important it is to trust someone with your pet. That’s why we always begin with a meet-and-greet to ensure your dog is comfortable with us, and you’re confident in the care we provide. We take a gentle, respectful approach, especially with shy or anxious dogs, and we’ll always ask for your guidance on what makes your pup feel safe and secure. Whether we’re in your home or ours, we want to provide a low-stress, enriching environment with plenty of attention, structure, and love. We’re also happy to provide regular updates (with photos!) and check-ins during every visit or stay, so you’re always in the loop - because we’d want the same from someone watching Mazie.

“Michaela was great with Barley for an evening so my wife and I could go to a festival. Even in the relatively short time, she sent multiple photos and videos of Barley clearly having a great time with Michaela, her partner, and her dog Gus. I would recommend her to anyone in Portland!”

Alex C.

“Amanda took great care of Nugget during our vacation week. Her entire family, including their dog Rosie, welcomed him and made him feel at home. We appreciated the photos and messages Amanda sent us throughout the week. Her frequent communication gave us peace of mind knowing Nugget was well cared for. We look forward to his stay next summer. Thank you Amanda!”

Martha G.

“Another fabulous visit with Viva! Nova always comes home so happy and tired, and we appreciate Viva’s flexibility and knowledge! She always goes above and beyond - we appreciate you!”

Adrian A.

“Reina always enjoy her visits with Carmen and her family . Carmen sends multiple updates / pics throughout the visit . She is also very accommodating if my schedule happens to change and she treats my fur baby and I like family . Reina feels right and home as soon as she steps in the door .”

Brandi J.

“Claudia and Jason were fantastic. They sent plenty of photos and took great care of our senior pup. Would definitely recommend them to other owners!”

lesley f.

“Laney was perfect for us and our dog! She was extremely responsive as we set up our date for Happy's two-day stay, and we enjoyed meeting with her by video beforehand. She was so welcoming to Happy -- and us -- and she clearly loves being with dogs and knows how to put everyone at ease. She did a great job of introducing Happy to her two lovely dogs and to her human family. We were confident that Happy would enjoy herself at Laney's, and she did! We're looking forward to returning to southern Maine soon so Happy can stay with her again!”

Cindy A.

“Cindy was great to work with. We met her for a meet and greet with our dog before we booked. She was very friendly and made us feel confident that she would take great care of Brady. She sent us daily photos and you could tell the dogs love her backyard. We even got a photo of Brady taking a nap snuggled up next to her.”

Luanna L.

“Sarah is amazing, wonderful at communitating, sent lots of pictures and a video she was also super flexible when snow made our travels time unsure. When we picked Lola up she was happy as could be ?”

Christina & Gabriel F.

“Seth was great with communication and took excellent care of our dog! We were confident that he was being well cared for. Seth did all kinds of fun outings to exercise our pet, and we will definitely try to book a stay there again soon.”

Deborah B.

“Kyle and Kaleigh have the perfect set up to watch our dog. We were completely comfortable leaving our pup with them and they were awesome about sending us pictures and communicating on how our dog was doing”

William C.

“Heidi was awesome. She took very good care of our girl. When we showed up to pick Stella up from her weekend there she was happy well taken care of. Heidi was very friendly with my wife and I, Sent us some pictures. I would recommend Heidi to anyone Looking for someone to take care of their dog.”

Anthony B.

“Janice was wonderful. She accommodated us when we needed to make changes to our booking. She sent pictures and let us know how Sophia was doing. Sophia took to Janice immediately. She was exceptional in every way. We highly recommend her services.”

Gloria C.

“Molly and her partner have a great set-up for dogs and their own friendly pups! They’re communicative and responsible and we have no doubt Chexmix had a great time. Would use again in a heartbeat”

Grace M.

“Rose is an incredible sitter! Poppy was with her for a weekend and was so well cared for— we received so many pictures and constant communication which was amazing! Book with Rose!”

Mallory N.