The Dog Paws Inn, LLC

The Dog Paws Inn, LLC provides dog boarding and daycare in Scarborough, Maine, from a small facility at 373 Gorham Road that takes a maximum of 20 dogs. It has served the greater Scarborough area since 2003.

Services and amenities

The scope here is narrow, and the day is built around supervised play and individual attention.

• Overnight boarding and daytime dog daycare
• Playgroups matched by size, activity level, play style, and personality
• Always-supervised playgroups
• Medication administration during a stay
• 24/7 supervision, with the owner living onsite

What makes it different

Capacity is capped at 20 dogs, so groups stay small and staff have a real chance to learn each dog's habits. Dogs are sorted into playgroups by size, activity level, play style, and personality, and someone is watching the whole time. Staff are trained in dog first aid and follow strict health and safety protocols.

The owner lives onsite, and the property has a standby generator, so dogs are looked after overnight and through power outages. There is also a "date night" option: one-on-one time with the owner after the rest of the group has settled in for the evening.

Practical details

The facility is open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Published rates run $45 to $55 per day, depending on the service. Proof of current vaccinations is required before a stay, so owners should have records ready from their veterinarian.

Reservations are handled by phone at 207-839-4661 rather than through an online booking form. The address is 373 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME 04074, which puts it within easy reach for owners in and around town who need daytime care or a place for a longer trip.