Pet Sitting in South Portland

“Absolutely the best dog sitter! She took such great care of our zoey! It was such a peace of mind during our daughter’s wedding weekend. We will be using her again!”

Donna C.

“Jess took great care of my 2 kitties when I was away. I got a daily photo with a cute snuggle picture of my friendly cat. It felt good to know they were so well cared for.”

Rebecca Z.

“Meagan was fantastic with my kittens! Lots of pictures (she could be a professional animal photographer, some of them are so good) and lots of updates. She was also very flexible with my schedule.”

Sarah P.

“Julia was a great help while I was away. She responded quickly and provided great care to my cat. Her update left me feeling relieved that my cat was well taken care of. Would highly recommend!”

Mallory M.

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals my entire life and truly can’t imagine it any other way. I’ve had pets since I was born and grew up with dogs, always taking an active role in their care—feeding, bathing, walking, running with them, and, most importantly, loving them. Over the years, I’ve also cared for pets belonging to neighbors, friends, and siblings while they were out of town, giving me experience with a wide range of routines and personalities. Although I couldn’t have cats growing up due to allergies in my household, I’ve always loved them and spent lots of time with friends’ and neighbors’ cats, frequently cat‑sitting whenever I had the chance. These experiences helped me learn to respect and understand cats’ boundaries and individual comfort levels. During undergrad, I adopted my first cat, and after moving to Portland, Maine, I welcomed a second so my older cat could have a companion. Living with cats has given me a deep appreciation for their unique personalities and needs. I’m comfortable caring for both dogs and cats of all ages and temperaments, including pets with special diets, medications, medical needs, or shy personalities. I understand that every pet is different, and I’m happy to follow detailed care instructions to keep your pet’s routine as consistent and stress‑free as possible. While you’re away, you can also expect plenty of photo updates, because I know how reassuring it is to see how your furry family member is doing. I work completely remotely as a Communications Specialist for The American Chestnut Foundation, which gives me a great deal of flexibility in my day‑to‑day schedule. Because of this, I’m able to plan my work around pet care needs and be present and attentive throughout the day. I’m comfortable working alongside pets and spending extended time with them, whether that means keeping a cat company, being around for a dog who doesn’t like being alone, or making sure medications, walks, and meals happen right on schedule. I’m happy to accommodate whatever routine your pet is used to. You can expect consistent care, plenty of attention, and lots of updates while you’re away. I provide care exclusively in my clients’ homes, where pets are most comfortable and able to stick to their normal routines. I find this helps reduce stress and allows me to give more personalized, attentive care. While in your home, I’m happy to follow your pet’s usual schedule for feeding, walks, playtime, medications, and quiet companionship. I’m comfortable spending extended time with pets, including working remotely while keeping them company if that’s helpful for your pet. I also make sure your home is treated with respect and left just as I found it. For dogs, I’m happy to take them on walks in your neighborhood or nearby outdoor areas, following any preferences you have for routes, pacing, or training needs. My goal is to provide safe, consistent, and loving care that fits seamlessly into your pet’s daily life.

“Thank you again Nishat. We highly recommend Nishat to watch your pets. Our kitties were happy and so are we. Even though we don’t have strict time expectations, Nishat was prompt every day with pictures!”

Sue S.

“Maureen took care of our elder cat babies while we were away for the holiday. She walked us through the entire process and was very knowledgeable. We had never used this type of service before, but it was necessary due to daily meds. Maureen was easy to get ahold of and we felt our quirky cat babies were in good hands.”

Alisa B.

About: i have taken care of a lab and a sweet tortie cat throughout my life! i have also walked/fed/sat for several pets in the past for neighbors, including single dogs and cats, and multiple cats. I am recently graduated from college and am looking to fill my free time! I currently am working a day-shift job (9:30-6) and am willing to care for animals both before and after those hours. i make sure that the pet feels comfortable (or like it can tolerate) my presence before most activities! a lot of how i care for my animals are very schedule based, usually they even tell me in their own ways when they are ready/want to walk or be fed!

“Erin did a fabulous job taking care of our senior dog! Such great pictures and details of his visits, we felt very comfortable that he was happy while we were away ❤️?”

Johanna B.

“Julia was great at caring for our pups. She did an hour long drop in and made sure they had some time outside and our pup was not in his kennel while my wife was working. Thank you for taking care of them and helping us out.”

Brady B.

“Anna was so wonderful. She watched our cat while we went away for the 4th of July. She was incredibly communicative and sent wonderful pictures/updates. Would recommend Anna to anyone looking for a kind and reliable sitter!”

Isabel C.

“Katey is an all star! Even when a health complication for our cat occurred right before we left for vacation she was able to help us handle it. We returned to 2 happy kitties.”

John G.

“Can’t say enough about Jackie! We feel very lucky to have her take care of our fur baby! He is an anxious sweet boy who needs someone to be understanding and patient. Jackie was all those and more! She is very profesional, attentive and an overall nice person. With the pics she sent we could tell that our guy was calm and happy around her. Which was such a relief! Highly recommend!”

Enrique A.

“Hannah was super cool and chill. We have anxious cats who do not like when we travel—Hannah clearly did well because they were both super calm and friendly when we got back. She sent lots of pictures and overall did really great. 10/10 for cat rating.”

Ian R.

“Jayson was so helpful and put my mind at ease. It was easy to vacation knowing my cats were being looked after and had some company while I was gone. I felt very comfortable having Jayson come to my home.”

Karen Y.

“Jesika was so great, so helpful and flexible and reassuring! This was our first time leaving our cat all alone and she went above and beyond to make sure the kitty was ok!”

Camille A.

About: In the past, I had a Rottweiler German Shepherd mix who was 100lbs. His name was Huckleberry. I loved taking him on walks, grooming/brushing him, and giving him lots of pets. My friends also hired me to take care of their dogs who ranged in different breeds and sizes. I also love taking pictures of all animals. You're sure to get some pretty pictures of your pooch! I am currently working part-time at The Maine Mall and have some free time to help out as much of the Portland dog loving community as possible. Dogs make me happy and feel good about what I do! I make sure your pet(s) are cared for by giving them plenty of water on walks, making sure they are not acting out of the norm (panting heavily/having heat exhaustion). I was working at a veterinary hospital in Chicagoland, so I feel confident at making sure your dog is well taken care of, kept hydrated, fed well, and that all the normal everyday tasks (peeing, pooping, breathing) are being well monitored. I will also send pictures/videos if I suspect something is not right/concerning. I hope to take care of your cute pooch soon!

About: My pet care experience began when I was a child. Grew up having dogs and other pets in the house. It was the norm for me. That is until college came about and then moved to a large city. Having a pet wasn't viable during those years. This pattern broke when I found myself being asked to house sit for friends that I was also being asked to hang out with their pets while they were gone. I soon began to be a go to person for a few close friends to babysit their pets and plants. The skills that I have with pets are being able to understand them with body language. Hence the nick name dog whisperer. I am currently working part time and have Wednesdays and Thursdays, including the weekend available. Any time of the day of those specifically are perfectly feasible to accommodate care from me. I follow the diet guidelines given to me and don't alter from it. Outside of that, I make sure they are treated with love and attention throughout my time with them. Walks, play time, relax time...it all has a moment through within the day.

“Justine just finished caring for our two cats for the first time and we certainly hope not the last time!!!! She was communicative, detail-oriented, and sensitive to how our cats were doing and what she could do to help them. For example, when one of our cats wasn't eating, she moved the food to the cat's hiding spot, which solved the problem! Thank you so much, Justine, for taking care of our cats and reducing stress on our wedding weekend! :D”

Molly D.

About: I have always loved both dogs and cats since I was a kid! I have been around dogs since I was little and I live with a cat now! I would adore taking your furry friend for a walk or checking up on your cat when you are away. I am currently trying to fit dog walking into my schedule in the mornings before my job starts (STARTING IN MAY). I can also check up on your furry friend in the evening. I am also building my online business so days I am not at my other job are more flexible! I am very good at directions and pay attention to details. I will follow the directions left by the owners when doing a check in! I listen to the pet, and if they are not so sure of me, I let them come to me (especially with cats!) And of course there will be lots of pets!