Personalized care for your dog or cat - Portsmouth
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Portsmouth
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kane and Colette took wonderful care of our dog and sent great photos of him living his best life. They were very flexible and accommodating with our travel plans. Thanks, Kane and Colette!”
“Ashley was fantastic at ensuring all of our fur baby’s needs were met. She provided constant updates on her well being throughout her stay. We would highly recommend Ashley’s services and will definitely be rebooking with her in the future. Thank you again, Ashley!”
“Our dog Jilly had THE BEST time with Sheila and her dog Dakota. Sheila was so thoughtful of Jilly and what would make her the most comfortable and relaxed. She took her on trail walks each day, she gave her treats and made a fire for her to snuggle up to. We were able to relax on our vacation knowing that Jilly was in such great hands. We wholeheartedly recommend her!”
“Michelle was great! We dropped our pup off with her for a wedding night sleepover and before we knew it he was running around playing and didn’t even care that we left. She loves dogs and treated ours as if he was her own (feeding, walks, playtime, safety). She would’ve taken him to the beach the next morning but we had to pick him up early and drive back to NYC. We would 100% recommend her when you’re in the Kittery/Portsmouth area!”
“Kelly took excellent care of my dog while I was away for the weekend, and she was so communicative and kept me totally up to date. She was also so patient when my pup unfortunately had an upset tummy! Thank you Kelly!”
“Bob and his wife took good care of my dog Deckard, and definitely put me at ease leaving him with a sitter. He sent me lots of pictures and Deckard looked so happy and comfortable.”
“Diamond took such great care of our dog Maple! He's sometimes a little anxious but he was completely at home there. Diamond sent frequent photo updates and even took him to work with her. We'll definitely be dropping him off here again the next time we go away.”
“Mike was really kind and communicative, he made sure to check in with us throughout our trip. It was nice knowing that ruckus was being cared for as if he was one of theirs!”
“Veska took wonderful care of our 7 year old lab. He was made to feel a part of her family. He got lots of love and exercise. Veska took the time to send many daily updates with pictures. I highly recommend her services.”
“They were AMAZING. Sent us cute photos and videos throughout. I can tell our dog Lucy had a great time. They were also very polite and kind the entire time. We've booked with them prior as well with the same experience.”
“Courtney was great watching our dog Pippin! She was very communicative and also sent great pictures. Pip can be a little nervous in new situations and she seemed to have a good time and Courtney set her at ease. Thanks so much!”
“Both my dogs had a great time staying at Kathy’s house! She was able to accept us on short notice. We got many videos of their stay at her house! We will definitely be booking with her again!”
“We are so happy we chose Katelyn to leave our dog with while we were out of town! The backyard space was plenty of room for our dog to run around in. We got pictures and updates on how our dog was doing and felt like she was being loved as one of their own!”
“This was the first time I’ve left my older rescued lab for more than one night. Just seemed unnecessary. But we had to be out of town and I’m so happy I found Jeanne to take care of Buddy. She kept me up to date on how things were going and Buddy had a great time with the other boarders. Will definitely use Jeanne again!”
“My dog got tons of attention and was well taken care of the entire stay. I received lots of pictures and updates, which really put my mind at ease. They also have a great yard—perfect for playtime and letting my dog run around safely. I could tell my pup was happy and comfortable the whole time.”
About: I have had my dog for over 9 years. She is very good with others. I have a fenced in backyard, and a doggy door of the screened porch. When we are home during the day in good temperatures, the door to the house will be open giving dogs the freedom of where they want to relax or play. I am currently a stay at home Mom to my wonderful twins therefore I have a pretty flexible schedule I can work around, especially if it avoids the kids naps. I have a fenced in backyard that is connected to the house via a screened in porch so there are many options of where to hang out. At night everyone is inside.
“Sylwia was wonderful! Our dog was happy, healthy and clearly well cared for upon our return. We loved getting pictures and will definitely book with her again!”
“Michael was very communicative the whole time, and our Caju had a great time at his house! He was well taken care of and came back happy and tired :) I’ll definitely do it again when needed!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Portsmouth
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“Jesse was absolutely amazing with our kitty, Sprout! 🐱💗 She gave her so much love and attention, played with her constantly, and made sure she was never bored or lonely. We also got SO many photos and regular updates, which gave us such peace of mind while we were away. It was clear how much Jesse genuinely cared about Sprout, and we came home to a very happy kitty! We would absolutely have Jesse watch Sprout again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful, caring pet sitter! 🥰”
“James was fantastic! He went out of his way to check on our kitties and give them love. He made sure my elderly cat had her kidney foot. He’s punctual, compassionate, and respectful thank you James!”
“Can I give a 15 Star Review? This was my first time with Madison watching my cat. My cat, who won't even sit on MY lap was in her lap! Clearly a cat-person! But that is not the best part of Madison. We were away for 10 days on a cruise in the middle of a snow storm and very cold weather. Madison noticed it was cold in the house and let me know. As we were trying to trouble shoot, she rebooted my NEST twice and recharged it! Digger was in totally awesome hands! Madison went truly above and beyond, including checking on my cat extra to make sure the heat was still on. Can't tell you how great it was to have her looking after my soft furry friend!”
“Kristen was communicative and just an overall great experience. She watched my two cats while I was out of town and made me feel completely at ease. Would definitely recommend”
“This was our second time having Jessica sit for us. As with last time, she took great care of our cat and home, sent us fantastic pictures throughout, and communicated with us on a regular basis. We had no worries that our cat would get his medicine and be taken very well care of!”
About: Cats were my first pets. My grandmother had multiple cats, indoor and outdoor, which us grandchildren would love being with. I am happy to do whatever is needed for your cat. I have a very cute, white cat with blue eyes, a pink nose, and three legs.
“Talia was absolutely amazing! Very responsive, sent lots of pictures. My typically shy cat warmed right up to her! I completely trusted her with my baby while I was out of town. Would absolutely recommend to anyone!”
“We felt so at ease having Marion take care of our cat, Norman, when we were out of town! She is an animal lover and took great care of Norman while we were gone. We 100% recommend her to anyone in need of a pet sitter!”
About: I've had cats since I was 6, and immediately got the cat lady label from my family. I almost always connect with them immediately and have never met one I didn't like. I respect their boundaries and individual personalities, from super spicy to affectionate. I'm comfortable and experienced caring for them in all stages of life. I work from home, so I can be flexible and available whenever necessary. I know how it is to be away from your pets, so its my job and pleasure to make everyone as comfortable and relaxed as possible while you're not home. I genuinely love the company of animals so much, and would be honored to care for yours.
“Tereza is so amazing with our Cats. She is so thorough with taking care of them, feeding and cleaning up after them. I've booked Tereza a few times now and always feel that the pets are well cared for and Loved! We will definitely continue to use Teresa in the future!!!”
“Gavin is a repeat sitter for my 6 year old orange tabby. Once again, communications were excellent and he took good care of my cat and my house. Gavin always spends time with his charge, as Moo is a sociable creature who loves companionship. I booked time that coincided with the recent blizzard. Gavin was completely flexible with potential changes to my travel plans, which i truly appreciated. Moo and I look forward to reaching out to him for future bookings.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Portsmouth
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Ashley is amazing with dogs, and provides a safe yet busy and fun environment that all but guarantees leaving your pup happy and tired. We are so thrilled to have found her and plan to leave our mini doodle Sam with her again and again. Highly recommended!”
“Sheila was wonderful with my dog.. was her first away play date and felt so comfortable leaving her with Sheila. She had fun with her dog Dakota who is a sweetheart. Sent me lots of pics and reassured me Bessa was doing fine. Will def be seeing her again!”
“We had an excellent experience with our dog sitter, Veska. She took amazing care of Oaits and was gentle, attentive, and highly professional throughout. She made sure to understand what Oatis’ needs were by communicating with us and kept us up to date through out the stay. It was clear she genuinely cares about the animals she looks after, and we felt completely at ease knowing Oaits was in such good hands. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate dog sitter.”
“Mac had a wonderful day with Robert and his pups. He had never been to a dog sitter before so we were a bit anxious about leaving him. We had a meet and greet before the day visit and when Mac got to Bob’s house on the day of the visit, Mac remembered that it was a place with people that he liked. Bob’s updates through the day made us rest easy that Mac was being well cared for. We loved the report card and pictures that we got at the end of the visit. We look forward to our next booking with Bob.”
“Karen took great care of our two Bernese mountain dogs last minute for a quick trip to Portsmouth. Her house is right over the bridge and super close to the highway. Highly recommended.”
“Very sweet person! Totally a dog person!!! Cece was so comforting for us and our puppy, who had never been without us before. It was a big deal that she was communicative while we were away, letting us know she was okay as well sending photos. Last minute acheduling was important for our situation and she was immediately available. We will definitely ask her again if we are in the area and need a sitter.”
“This was Nova's second visit with Martha and it couldn't have gone better. She took great care with her, took her on lots of long walks and gave her a bath and brushed her. I don't think Nova has ever looked so good. Much better than the professional groomers. In the future I might just leave Nova with Martha for the day just for her great grooming skills. Martha is caring and Nova really warmed to her. I would highly recommend her.”
“I have been bringing my pup here every week for the past 7 months and have always felt safe leaving her. My dogs gets SO excited when we get there which is heartwarming. They have an awesome yard for the pups to play together in! I have never had an issue and will continue to use Karen and her husband for the foreseeable future!”
About: Dogs have been apart of my life since day one, they are seriously the best companions. I have trained a few dogs, including my own lab who I got at 7 months as well as cared for senior dogs such as my childhood pup who got up to 14! Im free at some point and time every day! I can check up on dogs, take them for walks and have dogs stay with me overnight any day of the week. I care for pets just how they need to be cared for. I love clear communication with owners so I can completely understand the doggos needs and care for them best. I will update owners all throughout the time I am watching their furry friend.
“Jeanne was perfect for what I wanted in a dog sitter while visiting a non-dog friendly town. She was flexible about days and hours, she had a safe and cool place for my dog, and she had just the right number of dogs so there was plenty of play time but everyone was looked after. The photo she sent me on my dog’s first day of him asleep on her kitchen floor was all I needed to feel entirely comfortable bringing him back.”
“Anne was absolutely wonderful to work with! She watched my pup while I spent the day on the beach. She was a great communicator, amazing with my dog and an overall sweet woman. 10/10!! I highly recommended! Her little dog is an absolute love too! I will definitely use her again”
“Adelle has been wonderful with our boy who suffers from severe separation anxiety. He gets along great with her pups, and he is visibly excited as he gets closer to her house. He comes home absolutelt exhausted after a day at daycare with Adelle! 10/10”
“Nicole and Josh are AWESOME. Their place is really set up for dogs, and they were great with our pups. We felt good about leaving them for the day and came back to some happy puppies. We will be using Nicole and Josh again for sure.”
About: I've always had a natural connection with dogs since childhood. Dogs have always gravitated to my calm energy and ability to sense their needs. Your dog will not just be taken care of but will feel safe like they're spending time with an old friend. Retired computer nerd and musician available for dog walking and house visits most days of the week. Some dogs are welcome in our home with fenced in yard and 5 y.o. yellow lab Norma for playtime and companionship. My wife and I live in a wooded area in York with a large fenced in back yard. We are both retired and home most of the day to keep an eye on the pups. I am available for long or short visits to your home for dog walks and exercise to suite your needs. I am an avid walker and walk daily. I am fully insured with pet sitting/walking insurance.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Portsmouth
Prices are estimates per walk. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Sammi is absolutely incredible! Our pup just loves playing with her and she gives him all the love in the world. Sammie is super attentive and provides great updates and even gave us some very helpful tips with our new puppy. Highly recommend!”
“Tati is an excellent dog walker! She's incredibly responsive, knowledgeable about dogs, and—most importantly—genuinely kind. 😃 I always feel confident knowing my pup is in such caring and capable hands!”
“Kristen does an amazing job with our Labs and always keeps us updated throughout the walks. We know they’re in great hands and really appreciate the communication. Highly recommend!”
About: I have had a variety of animals all my life and currently have a cat and dog! I’m a fast walker, and used to dogs that pull on the leash. I am currently a stay at home mom so I have plenty of time throughout the day to care for animals. I am a very outdoorsy person, so we are always outside with our hound, Pippin. I have a small fenced in yard, a young playful dog with LOADS of energy, and a convenient walking trail seconds from my back door!
“Charley is absolutely fantastic! She is incredibly kind, considerate, communicative, and clearly cares about the dogs she looks after. She truly goes above and beyond, including taking my pup to off-leash dog parks when requested, and even going as far as Pierce Island, which is my dog’s FAVORITE place! I regularly work 10–12 hour days, and I can genuinely see a difference in my dog’s mood when I come home after she’s spent time with Charley. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing she’s getting attention, exercise, and plenty of fun while I’m working. Charley is also wonderful with last-minute bookings and is always so accommodating. I couldn’t recommend her more highly. My pup absolutely loves her, and I’m so grateful to have someone I trust to take such great care of her! 🐾❤️”
“Samantha has been wonderful to have as juice’s “as needed” dog walker. She is always on time, very communicative, and enjoys actually spending some time with juice and our cat Luca. I highly recommend Samantha for all of your dog (or cat) sitting needs!!”
“Willow is a little hesitant with new people but Patrick took the time to gain her trust. I appreciate the photos and updates after each visit and he was on board with all of willows needs!”
“Talia is so prompt, responsive, and obviously loves dogs. Togo’s tail was wagging as soon as he saw her. Talia managed to squeeze us in on a sick day for me, which I really appreciate. Now Togo is worn out and ready for his afternoon nap. Thanks so much, Talia!”
“Justina was GREAT with our dog LC. We hired her for daily walks and she provided great exercise and company for our pup. She sent updates and photos. We will use her again! Thank you Justina!”
“Cody was wonderful with our elderly dog, Amelia. So kind and thoughtful, ready to research our particular issues. I highly recommend her, and I will be sure to remember her if I need help in the future. Thank you Cody!! Lisa A.”
About: Hi! Heya! Hello! Are you looking for someone to care for your pet while your away? Well you've found them! Fun, energetic animal lover who can't wait to meet your pet! Drop-ins and Walking! Volunteer work with B.A.R.K, S.P.C.A, as well as experience working as a kennel assistant at Holiday Barn Pet Resort. Why I love dog sitting? I've always gravitated towards animals; I was that kid who brought home any animal that crossed my path, feeding strays, foresting. Growing up in a home where the pet to human ratio always favored pets, pet sitting is second nature to me. My experience administering medication I've done my fair share of administering medication to all sorts of animals. I am able to administer oral, injections, topical ointments, as well as suppositories. I currently work a dual remote position at NHPBS and have the flexibility to work from home which allows me ample time to provide the attention and care your pet requires. I’ll be an extension of your home and care. The goal is to provide a safe environment where your pet feels loved and has an enjoyable stay until your return.
About: Volunteered at a humane society for a few years in high school and owned too many pets my whole life. Ive done dogs, cats, bunnies, and they lived a long time and were very happy and healthy. I use the awful baby voice on every pet and can't help it. I am working as an assistant manager at Buffalo Wild Wings after a job lay off, I am in the design field! My hours can range, sometimes I do have to close at 1am but if 2 visits a day were needed, I would be honest about the time I would be able to care for your pet. I take what the pet parent says very seriously, does not matter how I care for my own babies it's how you care for yours. I am very open to being very communicative or just a few check ins if wanted!
“Owen came to walk our big Shepsky while we were out of town. My dog loved him! Owen was reliable, friendly, and clearly really good with dogs. We will definitely use him again in the future! Thank you from Timber and us!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Portsmouth
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kane and Colette took wonderful care of our dog and sent great photos of him living his best life. They were very flexible and accommodating with our travel plans. Thanks, Kane and Colette!”
“Ashley was fantastic at ensuring all of our fur baby’s needs were met. She provided constant updates on her well being throughout her stay. We would highly recommend Ashley’s services and will definitely be rebooking with her in the future. Thank you again, Ashley!”
“Our dog Jilly had THE BEST time with Sheila and her dog Dakota. Sheila was so thoughtful of Jilly and what would make her the most comfortable and relaxed. She took her on trail walks each day, she gave her treats and made a fire for her to snuggle up to. We were able to relax on our vacation knowing that Jilly was in such great hands. We wholeheartedly recommend her!”
“Michelle was great! We dropped our pup off with her for a wedding night sleepover and before we knew it he was running around playing and didn’t even care that we left. She loves dogs and treated ours as if he was her own (feeding, walks, playtime, safety). She would’ve taken him to the beach the next morning but we had to pick him up early and drive back to NYC. We would 100% recommend her when you’re in the Kittery/Portsmouth area!”
“Kelly took excellent care of my dog while I was away for the weekend, and she was so communicative and kept me totally up to date. She was also so patient when my pup unfortunately had an upset tummy! Thank you Kelly!”
“Diamond took such great care of our dog Maple! He's sometimes a little anxious but he was completely at home there. Diamond sent frequent photo updates and even took him to work with her. We'll definitely be dropping him off here again the next time we go away.”
“Veska took wonderful care of our 7 year old lab. He was made to feel a part of her family. He got lots of love and exercise. Veska took the time to send many daily updates with pictures. I highly recommend her services.”
“They were AMAZING. Sent us cute photos and videos throughout. I can tell our dog Lucy had a great time. They were also very polite and kind the entire time. We've booked with them prior as well with the same experience.”
“Both my dogs had a great time staying at Kathy’s house! She was able to accept us on short notice. We got many videos of their stay at her house! We will definitely be booking with her again!”
“We are so happy we chose Katelyn to leave our dog with while we were out of town! The backyard space was plenty of room for our dog to run around in. We got pictures and updates on how our dog was doing and felt like she was being loved as one of their own!”
“This was the first time I’ve left my older rescued lab for more than one night. Just seemed unnecessary. But we had to be out of town and I’m so happy I found Jeanne to take care of Buddy. She kept me up to date on how things were going and Buddy had a great time with the other boarders. Will definitely use Jeanne again!”
“My dog got tons of attention and was well taken care of the entire stay. I received lots of pictures and updates, which really put my mind at ease. They also have a great yard—perfect for playtime and letting my dog run around safely. I could tell my pup was happy and comfortable the whole time.”
About: I have had my dog for over 9 years. She is very good with others. I have a fenced in backyard, and a doggy door of the screened porch. When we are home during the day in good temperatures, the door to the house will be open giving dogs the freedom of where they want to relax or play. I am currently a stay at home Mom to my wonderful twins therefore I have a pretty flexible schedule I can work around, especially if it avoids the kids naps. I have a fenced in backyard that is connected to the house via a screened in porch so there are many options of where to hang out. At night everyone is inside.
“Sylwia was wonderful! Our dog was happy, healthy and clearly well cared for upon our return. We loved getting pictures and will definitely book with her again!”
“Michael was very communicative the whole time, and our Caju had a great time at his house! He was well taken care of and came back happy and tired :) I’ll definitely do it again when needed!”
“Daniela and her family were great sitters. Lots of communication including videos and pics, which we loved. They were also patient and generous with our (often) rambunctious puppy. Highly recommend.”
“Our yellow lab seemed to enjoy the company and care at Lindsay's house. He moved right in to share her dog's bed and apparently made himself right at home. The photos that Lindsay sent us showed him relaxing during his "camp" weekend at her house. This was our first time using Lindsay's services and it was a great success!”
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