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Sitter Profile Image: Erin P.
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Erin P.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
15 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Unity, ME, 04988

“Erin was amazing as always! Took great care of my pups and bathed and groomed them too. They love visiting her and her furry and not so furry family!”

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Jessica H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 103 reviews
40 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Newport, ME, 04953

“My dog, George has the BEST time at Jessica's!!! She is super responsive and sends tons of pics! Which makes me feel really comfortable when I have to be away from my boy!”

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Madison K.
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Alex L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 70 reviews
33 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Benton, ME, 04901

“Alex was so great with my dog Cora! She's a newly adopted rescue, so I was nervous about how she would handle a new place/person but Alex helped her settle right in. She even made a few new doggy friends while she was there! Alex kept me updated on her & sent me pics, which definitely helped with my anxiety about her adjusting. I will definitely be booking Alex again next time I have to go out of town.”

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Joseph S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 198 reviews
73 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Hampden, ME, 04444

“What a wonderful experience! My Sally had a great time at Joey's - he sent videos every day and she fit well into the posse. I would highly recommend!”

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Lindsay S.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 211 reviews
84 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Whitefield, ME, 04353

“Lindsay was so amazing with our St Bernard. This was the first time we ever left him with a sitter and she kept us in constant contact. She sent us daily updates and pictures and if we had any questions she replied immediately. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend her service.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lincey W.
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Lincey W.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Swanville, ME, 04915

About: I have had experience with pets since I was I child, my family and I love all kind of pets , I am from Costa Rica so I always had a pet in my house and around from friends and family. I am available most of the time, I am super open to work holidays, weekends and nights, just contact me before booking to check availability. I have my own farm house in Swanville Maine, a very quiet and very peaceful place without many neighbors around, perfect for pets and very near from Belfast.

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Katie A.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Belfast, ME, 04915

About: I have always worked with dogs. I have a specialty in dog grooming and can add that service if requested. I care for dogs like they are my family because they are. I work full time in my grooming business I am flexible and will do my best to fit anyone in to make sure their animals are well cared for in all capacity I have an outdoor kennel and grooming station in my home I have a big backyard and animals safety and care is always my top priority.

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Nancy B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dixmont, ME, 04932

“Nancy was awesome! My dog Maisie was loved and cared for as if she was part of the family. I received frequent updates and pics too! Maisie had a wonderful time. I would recommend Nancy and will certainly contact her next time I need dog care.”

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Paige A.
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$34
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Bangor, ME, 04401

“Paige was great with Mazzy! This is the longest we've ever had to be away from our dog Mazzy, and things went great!! Lots of pictures lots of walks lots of love 🙏🏽💜 Would definitely recommend her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nieves P.
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Nieves P.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
15 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Hampden, ME, 04444

“Nieves took great care of our two collies. She worked with me to arrive at a convenient schedule for drop off and pick up, and sent me pictures, videos and updates throughout their Rover stay. Highly recommend.”

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Katie J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Vassalboro, ME, 04989

“Katie was very sweet and patient! She kept me updated and sent pics every day! My dog seemed happy and comfortable around her and her dogs! Would highly recommend!”

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Rose B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 61 reviews
13 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Fairfield, ME, 04937

“Traveling across country, it's always concerning finding just the right sitter for Daizy when we need to for a night or two. Rose provided the perfect place and made us feel quite comfortable leaving Daizy in her care. Would definitely recommend for those who are Traveling or live in the area.”

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Bailey C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Levant, ME, 04456

“Bailey took excellent care of our beagle Sam! He had a great time playing with the other dogs and exploring their big yard and farm fields. Bailey sent regular updates and photos so we knew Sam was happy and not missing us too much. We are so grateful to have such a great place to leave him when we travel!”

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Amber B.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Brewer, ME, 04412

“Amber and her son took great care of Clover! I got plenty of updates, pictures and videos throughout her stay. I would absolutely bring Clover back again!”

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Kimberly M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
6 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Oakland, ME, 04963

About: Since becoming fully remote for my full time job in 2020, I have taken on the roll of “trusted pet-sitter” for over 30 families and almost 50 furry friends. Back home in Maryland, I connected with these families just through word-of-mouth and referrals from happy families. Now that I live here in Maine, I would like to continue my expertise and passion for animals, and connect with some loveable furry friends. I am an attentive, detail-oriented pet-sitter, who also knows the importance of respecting another person’s living space and maintaining routines for pets. After years of taking care of every size, shape and age of dog, no request from the owner is too wacky. From complicated medication directions to particular night time routines, I know your pet is part of your family and deserves to go about life as usual, despite mom/dad not being home. Reach out, I would love to connect! I work full-time fully remote! So while I will need WiFi and a desk to type on my laptop while I watch your pet, there is always time for walks, snuggles and whatever else your pet needs. My goal when I pet sit is to keep the pet in its normal environment and routine as much as possible. I am always very clean and respectful of any house I pet sit in.

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Abundance D.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Benton, ME, 04901

“My dog loves her, very flexible”

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Gillian L.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 124 reviews
26 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Union, ME, 04862

About: I’ve always grown up with a dog in my home. I have experience handling a variety breeds of all sizes, from a small 20lb Cairn Terrier to a 185lb Boerboel! I also have experience administering medication which included oral consumption as well as shots. I have been very reliable to my close family members and friends to take care of their dogs and cats when they are working or away on vacation! Aside from Rover’s guarantee , I am also separately insured to give you an extra ease of mind when choosing me for your sitting needs! Pricing: Please understand pricing is non-negotiable. Prices shown on Rover are accurate and up to date (as of March 2026). Initial pricing shown during search is a base rate - additional rates may apply depending on times/ animals that are needing care. An accurate quote will be provided after submitting a request. I do not offer discounts at this time, thank you for understanding! *Schedule update as of June 2026* House Sitting Requests: Please keep in mind that I am catering to repeat clients I have throughout the week day, as well as a part-time in person job! Depending on my schedule, I may not be at your home 24/7, however, I guarantee your pets won’t be alone longer than 6 hours at a time, unless stated otherwise. Please clearly state your pets needs, including the time and duration they can be alone - in the event other arrangements need to be made for mid day potty breaks. My coming and going schedule can likely be provided upon request. For clients who allow my partner to join me on my sittings (who is insured under my private sittings insurance), there is the ability to offer more frequent potty breaks as him and I typically work opposite schedules. No other guests/ friends/ family will ever join me during a dog sitting. Constant Care: Constant care is applied to any sitting that doesn’t allow me to leave for more than 4 hours of the day, per day. Constant care rates start at $200/ night (additional rates still apply) and increase based off of pet’s needs. Please understand this service may not always be available and interferes with ongoing mid day clients, as well as my availability for my other job. Price reflects alternative arrangements I need to make for existing clients. If you have any questions regarding this, please reach out! I currently only allow one family for boarding at a time. Prices reflect solo care and not having to worry about exposure to other dogs during their stay. I currently have one cat in the home - a 12 year old Maine Coon mix who is very relaxed and tends to mind her own business. Between my boyfriend and I, there is always someone on property, so potty breaks can be provided frequently!

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Danielle K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hampden, ME, 04444

“Thank you Danielle!! Spice and Coco have indicated that they had a great time. We are so thankful to have found you! It made our trip so much easier to go worry free. The girls seemed very relaxed and every picture you sent over our trip, showed how happy they were. Your attitude during the entire stay they had, was over the top. When our return flight was canceled, and it added an extra day to our trip, you again made us feel at ease. Can't thank you enough, and would use you again on our return next summer. Pat, Sue, Spice and Coco.”

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Tabrizia L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Brewer, ME, 04412

“Tabrizia was amazing. My dog had a health crisis and Tabrizia and her husband handled it with great care and grace. They were so kind to my dog (and me). I would recommend them to anyone.”

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Stephanie H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
20 years of experience
Bangor, ME, 04401

“Stephanie was so great with our two dogs. She sent daily updates and tons of pictures! Couldn’t have asked for a better person to keep our pups while we were out of town!”

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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 Thorndike home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Thorndike.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Thorndike 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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