Ruff Life Retreat

Ruff Life Retreat is a family-owned dog daycare and overnight boarding facility at 252 Ossipee Trail in Gorham, Maine. For owners comparing dog boarding in Gorham, it combines daily supervised play with individual sleeping spaces at night, and all breeds are welcome. Overnight rates run from $45 to $65 per night, and booking is handled online.

What does a typical day look like?

Days center on supervised group play, exercise, and socialization. Dogs split their time between fully fenced, double-gated play yards and an indoor play area. Staff keep a low 10:1 dog-to-human ratio, so each group gets close attention. The team describes its approach simply: dogs here are treated like family.

Where do dogs sleep overnight?

Each boarding dog gets its own sleeping space, either a kennel stall or a wire crate. The facility also offers private suites. Older dogs or those with special needs can use a separate senior and special needs boarding option built around an individualized routine.

What services and amenities are offered?

• Daycare with supervised group play and exercise
• Overnight boarding with individual sleeping spaces
• Senior and special needs boarding
• Fenced outdoor yards plus indoor play space
• Private suites

How does Ruff Life Retreat handle safety?

Staff are trained in canine body language and pet first aid. The building has a monitored security system linked to fire and police. Every new dog completes a meet-and-greet temperament assessment before joining in, and up-to-date vaccinations are required.

Who is it a good fit for?

Social dogs who enjoy a busy day of play will likely do well in the daycare groups. Quieter, older, or special needs dogs have a slower-paced boarding option with their own routine.

Hours and contact

The facility is open 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, and 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Reach the team at (207) 754-6233 or RuffLifeRetreatME@gmail.com, or book through the Ruff Life Retreat website.