Dog Boarding in Unity, ME

“Alex took great care of our lab. She communicated well, staying in touch with texts and pictures. We would definitely book another stay with Alex!”

Kate E.

“Maddie was great housesitting my dog! Baxter likes her alot and I am very glad. I was so relieved that everything was so neat and clean when I got home too.”

Jennifer C.

“Jessica was super helpful with amazing communication for a last minute request and during the dogsit/boarding period, with pictures and other info. Our dog seems to have enjoyed himself immensely. Thanks so much for taking great care of Pirate !”

Laura N.

“Megan was amazing! It was my first time using Rover and she made it incredibly simple. Our cat, Ursa, has trouble using the litter box sometimes but Megan knew exactly how to handle it and gave us some tips on what we can do for her in our home. She will be our go-to when we go out and f town.”

Darren A.

“Paige was great, my dog spent 3 days with her and her family and he was well taken care of and safe. She sent pictures and updates, very happy with her service😊”

Lynn H.

About: As a lifelong dog owner, I know the importance of feeling confidence in your pet’s care while you are away – for the day or for weeks. I grew up with German Shepards, Labrador Retrievers, Weimaraners, and of course your traditional mutts. I’m comfortable with medium and large breeds with varying degrees of energy and structure needs. In adulthood I’ve dedicated myself to seniors and pups with special needs. My current pack is all neutered males - Riley (12), Vinnie (17), Gilroy (4, Cerebellar Aplasia), and Louie (4, Blind). Everyone in the pack is dog friendly and more importantly I know them well and how to navigate introducing new members. Pack management is a critical and advantageous skill I live in a single family detached home with a large fenced in yard. The dogs are allowed on the furniture. I have extra crates, cots, dog beds, and toys. With a traditional cape style, I can also keep pack members separate if needed, especially at mealtime to keep everyone safe. My home and I have been approved by three different reputable rescues in the last 3 years. I have established relationships with not only my local vet, Dirigo, but also specialists at Maine Veterinary Medical Center. I have experience with high needs behavioral and physical pups. Though I do not think taking in an aggressive dog into the pack for sitting is a good idea, I am comfortable and understand dogs with anxiety that might need some extra time or care. I have experience with dogs paralyzed in the back end, cerebellar hypoplasia (wobbly), cerebellar aplasia (no balance), hydrocephalus, blindness, senior needs, puppy needs and training. In the last year my pack has included three more pups (may two rest in peace, and one continue to live his best life with his forever mom) and so I open my home to boarding knowing that my current boys are already okay with new members. If you have any questions please reach out! I work from home five days a week. I work from home full-time and can navigate my schedule most days by the needs of the pack. Without a doubt they can go outside whenever they need. At most during the week I could leave the house from 1-3 hours. I will sometimes need to leave the house for 2-6 hours at a time especially on weekends, but can arrange any accommodation that makes your pup comfortable – free, crate, room etc. All dogs are allowed on the couch and my bed, though not all will sleep on the bed at night. I make sure to have a dog bed available for each pup in the house and have crate options too if individual space makes your pup feel more comfortable. The house is set up so that all living is on the first floor, so there are only two stairs into the home and two stairs off of the deck. During the warmer months I have a dog door for free access to the fenced in yard. However, in the winter months I maintain taking the dogs out at regular intervals. All dogs will be fed safely alone so no issues are allowed to develop. All stairs inside are blocked off either by baby gate or doors (for my blind boy). Pack management is key to safety and with lots of experience I know I can navigate it well.

“My dog loves her, very flexible”

Kestrel D.

About: I can’t wait to care for your pups! I live in Hampden and I have 10+ years of experience owning and caring for multiple dogs! I do currently work a full time job so my availability is primarily nights and weekends at this time. We offer overnight boarding, grooming, and training by appointment I care for pets in an apartment which is located within above my garage. Your pets will feel right at home with me in a cozy home setting

About: Hello! I’ve owned all sorts of animals my whole life. Growing up I’ve taken care of farm animals to your everyday house pets. I have 2 years of professional experience with animals. I worked in a boarding facility that allowed me to work with dogs of all aggressions, all sizes, medical issues and those needing assistance. I now spend my time working at my local shelter and loving on my dogs and cats I’m currently working part time, which leaves me plenty of time with your fur babies! Let’s find a time that works best for all of us! I live within a 5 min drive of a dog park, I have dogs of my own who love other dogs and cats. I have extra crates in my home if needed to crate your pup. With cats I have a section of my home dedicated to their feeding and bathroom needs. I have spare toys and plenty of treats for your fur baby!

“Nancy was fantastic and so super sweet! Very responsive when we needed to communicate and easy to work with for drop off/pick up logistics. She sent us some pictures of our happy pup during our time away and we felt he was in great hands the whole time.”

michelle g.

“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.”

Pat B.

About: Ellie and Sarah! Hey im Ellie! I grew up with my family always owning and caring for dogs. I have done many dog walks, I’ve house sat and done drop it visits I also have experience with cats and love them! I have had 5 of my own in the past. I am looking forward to caring for your pets! Please let me know if you have any questions :) Hey im Sarah! I have always loved animals and have taken care of friends and neighbors pets since I was 12. My sister and I trained our own small terrier puppy when I was young and I have always had a dog ever since. We now have a wonderful Berniedoodle in our family, who gets along great with other dogs and is always ready for a play date. So maybe you would like us to help train a puppy, walk your dog or spend time with your cat. My schedule is normally quite flexible and we would love to get to know your animals! I share this account with my daughter I have a very flexible schedule and will usually be able to rearrange things to accommodate your needs. Let me know, I can probably make it work. I prefer to come to your house to care for your pets, take them for walks and play with them, but I do also have a fenced in section of my yard and a friendly dog named Moxie to play with, so that is a possibility. There is also the Belfast dog park that we could visit. Lots of options and lots of fun to be had.

“Joseph is kind and caring and Edward had a great stay with him! Joseph sent lots of adorable photos and videos of Edward while I was away - so much appreciated! He has a wonderful private yard, great for doggy play, and I loved that Edward could hang out pretty much anywhere he wanted, snoozing on the couch, etc! I highly recommend Joseph and will definitely ask him for care of Edward again! Thank you so much, Joseph!”

Becky O.

“We were very nervous to leave our fur baby but this ended up working out perfectly! Nieves was so understanding and caring during the stay. They were constantly communicating with us when they had questions and sent us at least one picture every day. I would absolutely recommend them!”

Natalie P.

“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!”

Abigail C.

About: I have had a variety of pets my entire life. Friends, neighbors and family have trusted me to take excellent care of their pets. I have gone to their home, they have come to my home and I have visited just to walk them. I love all animals and have learned over the years how to recognize their individual needs. We have four acres of land far from the road with a big back yard and lots of woods and play space. My groomer told me there is a need for pet care and I want more pets in my life, so this is perfect for me. I work closely with pet parents to make sure your pet has everything they need to feel right at home. We are outside a lot! I love to walk in all kinds of weather and I love to play outside whenever possible. In addition, I love farm animals too! Your pets are safe in my back yard. I always go outside with the pets and will use a leash if need be. I make pets feel right at home inside our home as well. I have an active schedule, so contact me early if you will be requesting pet care!💕😊 Your pet is always my priority while in my care. I am open to requests for your special pet. I play outside a lot. It’s my favorite! I also take lots of pictures and give plenty of treats.

“My dogs enjoyed Bailey's large backyard and very friendly pets. She shared photos of them daily and they seemed very happy when I picked them up. Highly recommend!!”

Christopher H.

About: Highlight: I am experienced with aggressive and reactive animals! I have had animals in my home and life as long as I can remember. I have cared for countless dogs, cats, and small animals. At one point in my life I had seven dogs and a number of other pets. I have been providing independent pet care since late 2015. Animal care and rescue is my greatest passion. I am skilled at handling dogs and other animals of all ages, sizes, and temperments. I have worked with aggressive and reactive dogs and have experience deescalating conflicts when they arise. I am more than happy to care for any kind of animals- not just dogs and cats. My own current pets are two dogs and four cats. I also have experience caring for small animals, various poultry and livestock, and horses. When I was 15 years old I started occasionally farm/house sitting for a family with dogs, horses, and a cat, and caring for all of the animals there during my stay. With them I have worked daytime hours as well as overnight stays for a few days at a time so they could take trips out of state. In my adult life I have branched out, first with Rover a few years ago, and then with expanding farther into launching my private pet care business at the beginning of 2024 while still maintaining my presence on Rover. My client base is steadily growing and I am excited to see where this venture takes me! I am reliable and committed to providing excellent service for my clients. If you want a pet caretaker you can count on who will treat your animals as well as their own, I'm your gal! I am operating my pet care business, Mainely Pets - Care & Products, full-time! This means I have lots of availability to care for your pets, but for house-sitting in particular it is best to reach out significantly in advance to ensure I can fit you in! Sunday bookings are restricted to things that *must* occur on that day in order for me to try to have some level of work life balance. I take utmost care to keep animals in my care safe and properly contained. I make sure to follow whatever rules and structures are in place for the animals to ensure their safety. Pets are always leashed inside before heading for a walk and the leash isn't unclipped until we are back inside with a closed door. I am vigilant in looking out for potential risks (e.g. other animals, cars, bad things they could eat, etc) and making sure to give them a wide berth. In my own home I have any small animals carefully segregated into rooms that predator animals don't go into. Anytime I leave the room, I do a check and verify that all predators are outside the door so nobody can get hurt. I monitor the dog around the cats to make sure all interactions are safe. I have utlized crates and baby gates when necessary to keep animals safely contained and/or separated in the past. I am skilled at containing flight risk animals and watching out for their safety.

“Very responsive and communicative. Thanks Brandon”

Pattie J.

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.