Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
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Premier Pet Boarding & Grooming Services in Maine
Since 2000, The Doggie Cottage has provided pets with a fun, safe, and engaging alternative to traditional boarding. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality pet care through personalized daycare, clean indoor/outdoor play environments, and dedicated staff. We offer 24/7 facility access with on-site managers, late-night bed-buddy services, and final potty breaks to ensure pets rest comfortably. Our grooming services include brushing, bathing, conditioning, and haircuts using professional techniques.With two Maine locations serving over 30 communities, we prioritize pet happiness and owner peace of mind. Our team understands the deep bond between pets and families, maintaining transparency through daily photo updates and flexible holiday hours. Over two decades of experience guide our commitment to exceeding industry standards in pet care.
Services
Dog Boarding
Cat Boarding
Dog Daycare
Cat Daycare
Pet Grooming
Exotic Pet Care
24/7 Emergency Access
Holiday Pet Services
Pet Transportation
Photo Updates
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized pet care with on-site managers at both locations.
- Our staff provides clean, safe indoor/outdoor play environments for all pets.
- Professional groomers deliver thorough services including bathing and haircuts.
- Two Maine locations serving over 30 communities with flexible holiday hours.
- Daily photo updates keep pet owners connected during their pet's stay.
What people say
Best groomer
Staff is fantastic
Pets love it here
Clean facilities
24/7 attention
Services
Dog Boarding
Our secure boarding facilities provide 24/7 on-site management with late-night bed-buddy services and final potty breaks. Pets enjoy comfortable sleeping arrangements with soft music for relaxation. Both locations maintain clean, supervised environments for dogs of all sizes, ensuring safety and socialization opportunities during daytime hours.
Pet Grooming
Professional grooming includes bathing, conditioning, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and haircuts using modern techniques. Our experienced groomers handle dogs of all breeds and coat types, with pricing based on size and coat condition. Specialized services like de-matting and breed-specific haircuts ensure pets look and feel their best after each visit.
Dog Daycare
Structured daycare programs offer supervised indoor/outdoor play with socialization opportunities for dogs. Half-day and full-day options accommodate different schedules, with package discounts available. Staff monitor activities to ensure safe interactions while providing mental stimulation through games and group play sessions tailored to energy levels.
Cat Boarding
Custom-designed Kitty Cottage suites provide quiet, private accommodations for cats and exotic pets. Each room features first-class amenities within a residential setting, with special attention to habitat requirements and medication administration. Vaccination requirements ensure a healthy environment while separate spaces maintain feline comfort during extended stays.
Holiday Services
We maintain regular operations during major holidays with modified hours (8:00 AM10:00 AM & 3:00 PM5:00 PM). Special arrangements available for after-hours drop-offs with advance notice. Holiday reservations require early booking due to high demand, with certain discounts temporarily suspended during peak periods like school vacations and major holidays.
People
Ashley Dias
Groomer
Professional groomer with 7 years of experience specializing in dog care. Joined The Doggie Cottage in 2022 after competing in horse barrel racing across the northeast. Owns four dogs and four horses, bringing animal-focused expertise to every grooming session.
Katie Wormwood
Groomer
Certified groomer with industry experience since 2015, promoted to salon manager by 2017. Joined The Doggie Cottage in 2018, demonstrating consistent dedication to animal well-being. Specializes in handling pets with unique behavioral or coat requirements during grooming sessions.
Questions
What pet services do you offer?
We provide dog/cat boarding, daycare, grooming, and exotic pet care with 24/7 on-site management at both Maine locations.
Are services available during holidays?
Yes, we operate during major holidays with modified 8:00 AM–10:00 AM & 3:00 PM–5:00 PM hours at both locations.
How do you handle after-hours pet drop-offs?
Special arrangements require 24-hour advance notice for after-hours drop-offs at either Gray or Scarborough facility.
Do you offer pet grooming packages?
Yes, we provide full grooming packages including bathing, haircuts, and nail trimming for dogs starting at $60.
What safety measures protect pets?
Our facilities maintain secure environments with supervised play areas, vaccination requirements, and 24/7 on-site managers at both locations.
Reviews (4)
Emily Klingman
Dec 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
My Husky loves it there. Everyone is so sweet! Highly recommend!!
My Husky loves it there. Everyone is so sweet! Highly recommend!!
Rose
Oct 29, 2021
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The people here are just wonderful. They helped us make sure our pup had a safe place to go when we were in the hospital with our baby and then a week later we had a family emergency out of state. Not only were they able to take him, they helped us board him overnight. I love that they take daily photos. They clearly care for the dogs there and are just so kind and helpful.
Carol Farrell
Jul 23, 2021
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I have been coming to the Doggie Cottage since their opening over 20 years ago and can only say they are the best. Casey was one of the Doggie Cottage's first customers and absolutely loved it there and so much that a few times she would sit on the daybed with her back to us preferring to stay there!! Our family of multiple dogs over the years have all been members of the Doggie Cottage family. They have received the best of care from taking one to vet while we were away and giving the best of care always. My current Springer Spaniel starts barking with excitement miles before we get there! Thank
Laurie Dumond
Jun 03, 2021
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I can't say enough positive things about the Doggie Cottage location in Gray Maine! We have been utilizing their grooming services for several years and have never been disappointed. I have seen first hand how the staff treat the animals. It is clear to me they screen their staff to ensure only those who are truly dedicated and have pure love for these animals are hired! I highly recommend this facility to anyone who wants to have their dog well taken care of and loved every single day!
