NEVER AGAIN!!! Don't walk, RUN AWAY!!- This place used to…read morebe OK when he had employees years ago (Sean was very attentive and cared very much about the dogs). But that's not the case anymore. I would NEVER bring my dog here again. The owner Tony actually admitted to me at pickup "your dog must have an iron stomach" (I confusingly said no) and he admitted that he allowed my dog to EAT AND CLEAN UP ALL THE KIBBLE FROM THE DOG CRATES AT THE END OF THE DAY!!! mind you I never had Tony feed my dog at any daycare visit. She never ate during playcare. And my dog became aggressively sick in the middle of that night, due to Tony's RIDICULOUS manner, and lack of any responsibility for an animal. If you care about your dog, do NOT trust this place. I should've write this review a while ago. After I confronted him and left he continued to be rude to me in email, stating my dog was a mess and out of control. (Well I bring her to daycare to play, he never stated any such issues. And then started attacking me and saying how terrible of a person I was and how we didn't "click" as people. Wow, I just wanted a nice place for my dog to play. This guy is a FUCKING IDIOT.

I love this place! I brought my two Labradoodles there on…read moreTuesday and I couldn't be happier. The young lady took her time getting to know them and me. I love their set-up. The different enclosures with the wrap around places that my dogs could walk were great. GiGi and Charlie seemed very happy there. We will be going back!

Dr Toothaker has taken care of our birds for many years. Few vets will even see birds, but he…read morehandles them well and has saved the life of several of ours. He gave us a whole extra year with my beloved white dove and took such good care of him . The office is very busy, but it is worth the wait to see Dr. Toothaker

Since 2016, Alan Toothaker was the veterinarian for our sweet, beautiful golden retriever Sophie…read moreduring the months each year that we have spent in Maine. In November 2024, he examined Sophie and drew labs. He told us, "she's fine," "just adjusting to her medications." Without much change in her symptoms until the last hours, she died 2 weeks later as we were finally taking her to an emergency room. On 2/26/26 the Maine Board of Veterinary Medicine disciplined Dr. Toothaker for poor record-keeping and violating practice standards in his care of Sophie, and separately regarding another complaint that alleged he mistreated animals and staff. See Ellsworth American 3/25/26 [https://bit.ly/EA260325_LocalVetDisciplined]. You can read the details of these two cases -- AND THE 4 PREVIOUS ACTIONS -- on the State of Maine web page for his license [https://bit.ly/ToothakerMaineLicensePage]. This includes for my case the specific consent agreement that Dr. Toothaker chose to sign to avoid going to court (administrative hearing). You will also see there that he was still on probation for previous infractions when he treated Sophie. Beyond these state actions, Dr. Toothaker also paid $145,360 to resolve complaints by the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) about his mishandling of controlled substances in 2023 [https://bit.ly/DEA_ToothakerFine]. As a (human) doctor, after Sophie died, I requested from Dr. Toothaker's clinic, her complete medical record, and I was appalled. We had brought Sophie in because she had not been eating well, but the medical note said she was "eating and drinking well," the kind of text one has in a default note template that's supposed to be changed in the real note, but he didn't. The lab results had numerous red flags that Dr. Toothaker ignored. When I presented to another veterinarian (without giving away the subsequent events) the data that Dr. Toothaker had before him at Sophie's last visit, and asked whether going with "she's fine" seemed right, that vet said "I would not choose to ride for a few weeks on 'she's fine.' I think you would be better served to go see an internal medicine specialist." We would certainly have taken her to a specialist -- driven that night to Portland if needed -- in line with the extensive medical care we have gotten for her over her life. Unfortunately, Dr. Toothaker did not suggest taking her to a specialist, so we didn't do it, and now Sophie is dead, 3 days after her 9th birthday. She had a complicated medical history which Dr. Toothaker knew about but ignored. Equally worrisome in a different way, namely, his trustworthiness, after he received my complaint from the Board, he reported that he -- oops! -- had failed to include in the "complete medical record" that he had sent me, more complete medical ("SOAP") notes maintained "in a separate module" of his electronic medical record. This conveniently discovered note contains at least one statement that I know to be false, and many others that are highly implausible. My impression, though unproven, is that he fabricated these notes in response to my complaint. Dr. Toothaker still claims that he did not do anything wrong medically, but the veterinary board thinks he did, and so do I. I noted in my complaint that Dr. Toothaker is friendly and affable, but that does not make up for his being cavalier and irresponsible about the actual medical care of animals. Before letting Dr. Toothaker care for your pet, I highly recommend you read his disciplinary actions and look at the medical notes that he has previously written for your pet. Sophie died quietly on the floor of our vehicle. I didn't get to say goodbye to her.

Had a GREAT experience -- first time boarding a dog here. All apparently went well. Doggie was in…read moregood shape when i got her. Very friendly folks.

If we could give less stars we would! Several years we have boarded here. We thought it was great…read morethey offered a free bathing before picking up, elevated dogs beds and blankets provided and we like the ladies working there. On Friday we dropped of our 2 dogs one needed a kennel cough spray vaccine that was $15.00 okay fine she ran the card for everything on drop off day when I looked at the paper they charged $42.00 to administer it. WFT really $42 to spray up her nose which I did say I'm not at all happy with. We also needed to pick Sunday so they changed extra $19.00 for that just to hold a key to a separate door where both dogs would have to share a crate all day until we arrived. She took the dogs out to the kennels when she reappeared I said just so you know this will be the absolute last time we ever board here, I guess all I need from you now is to see where I pu on Sunday. She misunderstood this and walk me out back through the feeding station room, through the cat boarding with no windows or ventilation. This is where wanted to puke!!! I swear that boarding kennel hasn't been updated or upgraded or cleaned since they built it!!!!! Go into the dog kennel huge Shepard barking and pacing no water no elevated bed no blankets. Next to him was a fragile old little tiny dog shivering and shaking no water no elevated dog bed no blankets. Next door we enter is the kennels where my dogs were. My dogs were in a soaking wet concrete kennel with no water no blankets no elevated bed. She takes them out now they think they are getting out of the dump I say what are you doing? I asked to see where to pu Sunday. She now can't get the dogs pack in the kennel so I have to push them back into hell and walk away. Now you might be thinking why did you leave them? Well like everyone else that boards I was headed out on vacation right after dropping them off with no other options last minute. I now get the tour of Sunday pu and this is when the girl tried to justify all the extra money charges that were last minute explained only after they ran my credit card. I had hardly got out of the parking lot crying so bad about HAVING to leave them both there. Within 20 minutes I had them set up on Brewer at bear Brook Kennel. Walked in demanding my dogs!!! And a refund on all. They didn't have anything else really to say to me I did tell them to loss our file since we are never using them again and the their kennel was a hell hole and ohh yes they have been reported to the state. I guess I'm now glad for the change of $42 extra charge that pissed me off because the was the start of the "Grand Tour " Ps here's why you get a free bath before pickup my girls where in their care for less then 30 minutes and smelled so bad of stale urine and poop when they got in the truck!!!

Something is off at this place. I took a Pomeranian there and he was put with large dogs. He had…read morerecently had a hind leg fractured, had had expensive surgery and rehab. He was on all 4 legs when I took him in. The pressure from the big dogs or the jumping around badly hurt his leg and now he is on 3 legs. I think I have to start all over again and get him to the surgeon he saw this spring. I cannot put my finger on it, but I suspect the staff has not had training or they lack questioning skills when a new dog is presented. Like a doc's office: is the dog on any medication? has the dog had surgery recently? is the dog allergic to cleaning solutions? Just basic inquiries might have helped determine the small dog should not go with the big dogs.

Our dog Lucy has been coming to your business for 5-6 years, since we moved to Searsport and has…read moreseemed to weather the experience with a few behavioral issues after being left for several days. We would pick her up and she was a "hyper-fit" but soon settled back into our home routine after reassurance, a shower and much brushing. We picked her up yesterday and she was so glad. She was also shining clean and had been brushed out , toenails trimmed (really well). She was less stressed, even when coming home into the house. She was glad to be home as always but way more comfortable with being gone. We had a repair man stop by today, and for the first time ever, she didn't run out barking and trying to scare him off, she was watchfull, but not threatening . Not sure how you managed this, but whoever is working there now , THANK YOU, for taking such good care of her and helping with her training. Kerry Dougherty & Dick Dyer

I chose El Rancho based on the recommendation of a friend who boards her dog here and loves what…read morethese folks do for her dog . I came here to get two of my 3 dogs groomed . One is very old and not able to be easily worked with due to her skittish nature ( Honey Bun ). The staff here did an awesome AWESOME job with both dogs and I was able to watch which helped me overcome my anxiety about having Honey Bun groomed . Im making these folks our permanent local grooming choice . You should too !!

LOOK NO FURTHER! I cannot say enough good things about this place. I am a retired old guy who loves…read moremy dogs so I'm very particuler who cares for them. We go there for grooming and boarding and they are awesome! Megan does a FANTASTIC job with the kennels and you know she and her staff really care about the dogs. They make you feel like you are their only client! And Tweakie the groomer does an awesome job, she is booked up for months in advance, so what does that tell you? But most of all is everyone's upbeat, postive, caring attitude! You just can't find that anymore. I love these guys and so do my dogs!

I boarded my two cats in the largest cage, which is $32 dollar a day, that is what they told me…read more No one told me the price of the cage was $62 dollars a day if two cats were in one cage. Two week $896 dollars!!!!! I was already renting the cage, so I was charged for two large cages for two weeks. I called twice to talk to the owner, who was not there when I picked them up. No response, all you can leave is a message, and THEY DO NOT RETURN YOUR CALL! I feel this is bad business. BEWARE of their sneaky price gouging and not being up front with pricing. I will be spreading this news to all my friends with fur babies! Buyer Beware of these unrealistic prices!

I think it's wonderful that our dog(s) are allowed to play with each other instead of having to…read morestay in a kennel. I've found that the people who work here really care about animals. My dog is shy and she's gotten to know all these people and comes one day a week to play with the other dogs. She has more confidence. They know her personally and call her by name. This is a "home away from home" and you can feel confident that your dog will get great care.

Tala had the best dog-sitter of all time in Rockland, ME!! ‍ Caitlin @tailsofthecoast was SOOOO…read moreamazing and took Tala on so many adventures and she got to be a mermaid puppy and is now obsessed with paddle boarding!! I cannot say enough about how much fun Tala had and how well she was cared for! Thank you SO much Caitlin!! HIGHLY recommend @tailsofthecoast for your pups!

From the owner: Leaving for just a day, week or month and can’t bring your pet? I have you covered!…read more With 10 years of experienced dog, cat and small animal pet sitting, I offer the best, full time attention to your furry loved one. Each day will be filled with active walking and love. I treat your pets as if they are my own. I will adapt to your pets needs so they have a comfortable non-stress visit while you’re away. I also like to keep in touch with a picture or a short FaceTime so you can know your pet is happy. I am very flexible and would love to help going away a little bit easier for you. Contact me today for a perfect stay or visit to your furry loved one!

I absolutely LOVE the work Danielle does at the Dog House…read more Giving my little yorkie Lola a bath is not a pleasant experience; I can't even imagine how it's possible to get her to hold still long enough to trim her hair and the like. Knowing this, I didn't have high expectations for her first haircut, because I know how hard it is to handle such a tiny wiggly little puppy (who despises water and shampoo, and clearly believes the blow dryer is a torture device). Danielle has got to possess some sort of magic doggy-charming power! Lola came out looking like a million bucks, sporting the most perfect puppy cut I could have asked for. I still don't know how she got the cut so even and perfect. And, she did exactly what I asked for, which was to leave enough hair on the top of her head for the classic yorkie top knot (which she so graciously did for me before Lola left). As I live in Boston, I unfortunately can't bring Lola here as much as I'd like to, but when I do get home to visit my family I'll always be scheduling an appointment for her at the same time... I have yet to find someone who does as good of a job in the city.

Just moved to Camden with LilyBet 12yo border collie - was referred by family n friends n found a…read morecaring team of professionals who are now our go to.

We were vacationing in Rockport for the week when our dog developed a UTI. The folks at Camden…read moreHospital for Animals took our dog right in (after getting a sample) and prescribed an antibiotic on the spot. It saved our vacation. Total cost was only $110. Friendly people and great service. When we someday move to Maine for good we hope these guys are close by!