Personalized care for your dog or cat - Miller Corner

“Jessica and her family quickly became like a second family to us. They were kind, compassionate and great communicators with multiple updates and photos a day. Our dog Max had THE BEST TIME!”

Kirsten S.

“HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Joseph and Nieves took amazing care of my two dogs! They were very considerate and treated the pups like their own. I received lots of updates with pictures and videos and I could tell my dogs felt right at home. No need to look anywhere else. They are the BEST!”

Morgan M.

“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!”

Ashley H.

“Erin took amazing care of our dog while we were away. We were very nervous because it was our first time leaving him for an extended period of time, but Erin made sure that we were at ease and felt comfortable with where Bruno would be staying. She send us multiple updates, videos, and photos every day, and followed all our requests precisely. She gave Bruno so much one on one time to make sure he felt safe. We would definitely recommend Erin to all our friends!”

Aditi M.

“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.

“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.”

Marc P.

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.

“Tyler was extremely patient and accommodating for my Harley and she felt right at home which is unlike her when new environments. I was extremely happy to see her so at ease and comfortable from the time I dropped off.”

Cynthia B.

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, unsafe 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 dogs 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. I am also fully insured and bonded through Pet Sitters Associates (PSA).

About: I've taken care of cats ever since I was about 10. I had neighbors down the road that left me to take care of theirs for weeks at a time! I'm pretty familiar with giving cats meds, cleaning the litter box(all litter types) and being patient with the furry friends! I make sure they warm up to me before jumping into their bubble!

“Erin is always a fantastic sitter! Our kitties love her and she takes such great care of them. Any pet parent would be lucky to have Erin watch their fur babies.”

Anora J.

“Kelly was awesome, went above and beyond to take care of our babies. 👶 will definitely use her again next time we need a sitter.”

Laura T.

“Jessica was absolutely wonderful! She communicated quickly, and was super sweet. We loved all the pictures and Luna had a blast! We will definitely be using Jessica’s services again!”

Renee B.

“Thank you so very much, Nancy! You are amazing!!! Thank you for being so kind and welcoming, and taking loving care of Oakie. You made it such a positive experience for us, and for that I give endless gratitude. You have the biggest animal heart <3 and anyone reading this should know they can trust you to offer wonderful, attuned care for any of their family members. 🐾 The animals and we all are so lucky to know you. Can’t thank you enough for sharing your self, your time, your treats and your home with us these past two long days. Much love!!”

Janine D.

“Mazzy had a great time with Paige. It was kind of a last-minute request but she was available, which helped a lot! Place was cozy and loving humans were ready to watch Mazzy which is so appreciated. Would recommend Oaige again 🙂”

dante z.

“As ALWAYS Amber was amazing with Finn! Always providing updates, photos, and giving him so much attention and love. I so happy with the care she provides.”

Renee B.

“Nieves made Willow feel right at home. She was really flexible with my pick-up/drop-off timing. And I really appreciated all the updates during my sweet girl’s visit.”

Vanessa L.

“Can't recommend Erin enough—we felt like we were leaving Friday with an old friend! She responded to us instantly and was able to fit Friday into her schedule last minute. She went above and beyond to make sure that Friday was comfortable and well taken care of during the day. To top it off, we received so many fantastic photographs. We will definitely be reaching out again once we are back in Waterville. You can't go wrong with Erin and her friendly pack of dogs!”

Heather J.

About: I’ve had animals since birth. I grew up near farms and have experience with dogs, cats, and livestock. I presently have two dogs, two cats and four chickens I work Tuesday to Friday and am available all nights and weekends. My dogs are very social and love to come see new friends or have new friends visit us. My animals are my babies. I take care of all of them and show them more love then they want sometimes and bring my dogs to all social events.

About: I’ve take. care of dogs since i was about 10. It hasn’t been professional until about 4 years ago. I belive every dog/animals deserves the right to fair care and love even if they can’t speak! I currently work part time at a dog and cat boarding place. I take my job very seriously to ensure that the pets are happy! I am willing to commute to you and work with you how ever you need! if you want your dog taken out i will happily take them wherever you’d like!

About: I’ve been taking care of pets since I was a little kid and helped my parents at my uncle’s farm. I truly love all animals and enjoy their individual personalities. I have experience dog/house sitting dating back to 2000 in the Camden area. Since we moved three years ago, I’m looking to meet new clients and help you with your furry loved one in the Waterville area. I worked in animal hospitals in my early 20s so I have a great wealth of knowledge to draw from in many areas (but not exotic pets, as none of the veterinarians I worked with were specialtists.) Currently, I'm available for sitting, dog walking, and drop in visits. I am not working outside of my home right now, so I'm quite flexible for scheduling. Any pet I take care of is treated as if they’re a member of the family. I believe in spoiling pets with love, but keeping the boundaries of the owner so as not to undo any training. Reinforcing good behavior is always a priority.

“Melissa was great! She walked our two 70lb pit bulls Skye and Blue 4 days in a row. She was great communicating the times she was going to walk them and showing up on time. She sent pictures each walk with the map and distance of the walks. We would definitely hire Melissa again to walk Skye and Blue. Highly recommended!, Thank you Melissa!”

Buddy R.

“Jessica and her family quickly became like a second family to us. They were kind, compassionate and great communicators with multiple updates and photos a day. Our dog Max had THE BEST TIME!”

Kirsten S.

“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!”

Stacy B.

“I traveled from colorado and needed somewhere to board service dog while on a whitewater rafting trip and film shoot. She had the best reviews in the area and they were correct! She took great care of my service dog and it eased my worries as we have never been separated apart from a grooming appointment here and there. She sent photos every day which helped ease my mind too. Thank you so much for taking great care of my dog.”

Ang P.

“Nieves & Joey were AWESOME with my pup- she adored her time there, and we were very appreciative of their accommodation of an early drop off and a late pickup. Will definitely look into booking with them again!”

Kennedy H.

“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.”

Doug S.

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.

About: I’ve had dogs all of my life. I love them so much and it brings me immense joy to spend time with them and understand them. Each dog I’ve met has had a unique personality and understanding that side of them is always a fun challenge for me. I’ve dealt with small dogs to large dogs and I am comfortable with all of them. I work from home so I am available any day of the week for boarding or drop in visits for your pets. Seeing animals is the highlight of my week so please let me know. I don’t currently have pets of my own, but I provide a safe, clean, and pet-friendly space. I can easily accommodate both dogs and cats and make sure they feel comfortable, secure, and cared for.

About: I provide calm, reliable care in a quite setting. I have plenty of fenced in outdoor space for dogs to explore and get exercise. I will make sure they feel at home and well cared for. Relaxing or active your pet will enjoy their stay. I currently work as a B&B host in the summers, leaving my winters, fully open schedule wise. Hosting for over four years so I know how to make sure you get a five star experience. We have a fenced yard hard floors, dog kennels, and everything a dog would need. I have a golden retriever named Sadie, who is very sociable goes to the dog park super friendly. I work for myself managing properties and are able to bring any pets with me to job sites if needed.