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Your Trusted Partner for Dog Boarding & Daycare in Portland
Wag Along Pet Care was founded on a lifelong passion for animals and a commitment to providing exceptional care. With decades of personal experience caring for pets, our owner Mary Ellen Melville created this boutique-style service to offer dogs a home-away-from-home environment. We specialize in personalized boarding and daycare services where every dog receives individual attention, 24/7 supervision, and access to secure outdoor play areas. Our approach emphasizes careful temperament screening, gradual socialization, and maintaining familiar routines to ensure comfort.We accommodate special needs including medication administration, dietary requirements, and senior pet care while providing regular client updates through texts and photos. Our facility operates with strict capacity limits to maintain quality care and has earned recognition through numerous client testimonials praising our compassionate service.
Services
Dog Boarding
Daycare Services
Meet and Greet
Pickup/Drop-off
Pet Bathing
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 personalized supervision and care for your pet
- Our home environment accommodates special dietary and medical needs
- Careful temperament screening ensures safe dog socialization
- We maintain strict capacity limits for quality attention
- Regular client updates with photos and texts during stays
Associations and certifications
- Licensed
- Bonded
- Insured
What people say
Wagging tails
Peace of mind
Daily photo updates
Special needs accommodation
Home-like environment
Services
Dog Boarding
Our in-home boarding provides 24/7 supervision with personalized care in a family environment. Dogs enjoy secure outdoor play areas, comfortable sleeping quarters, and socialization with other pets. We accommodate special needs including medication administration and dietary requirements while providing regular client updates through texts and photos.
Daycare Services
Daycare guests receive the same luxurious care as overnight guests with access to play areas and indoor comfort. Young dogs receive specialized attention while experienced staff carefully manage socialization. Music therapy and routine maintenance help create a calming environment for all canine guests.
Meet and Greet
Prior to boarding, we conduct temperament assessments through gradual introductions with resident dogs. This careful process ensures compatibility and safety while helping pets acclimate to our home environment. Owners receive personalized orientation during these sessions to discuss specific care requirements.
Pet Bathing
Professional bathing services are available for an additional fee, leaving pets fresh and clean. We use pet-safe products and maintain comfortable bathing environments. Owners may request this service during boarding or daycare visits for added convenience.
Pickup/Drop-off
Scheduled transportation services available during weekday morning and evening hours. Late fees apply for after-hours pickups. We maintain strict capacity limits during transport to ensure pet comfort and safety while providing reliable logistics for busy pet owners.
People
Mary Ellen Melville
Owner
A lifelong animal lover with decades of pet care experience, Mary Ellen founded Wag Along Pet Care to create a home-away-from-home for dogs. She personally supervises all operations, maintains strict quality standards, and provides compassionate care that has earned numerous client testimonials and industry recognition.
Questions
What sets your dog boarding apart from traditional kennels?
We provide a home environment with 24/7 personal supervision, personalized socialization, and capacity limits to ensure quality attention. Dogs enjoy secure outdoor play areas and maintain their regular routines.
How do you handle dogs with special needs?
We accommodate medical requirements through medication administration, dietary management, and personalized care plans. Our home environment allows flexibility for senior pets and those needing extra attention.
What should I bring for my dog's boarding stay?
Please provide food, medications, and a familiar toy or blanket. We supply bedding and feeding dishes. Bring updated vaccination records and complete our service agreement form before the first visit.
Do you offer emergency care services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 supervision and will arrange immediate veterinary care if needed. Clients receive regular updates and have access to emergency communication during their pet's stay.
How do you ensure pet safety during group play?
We conduct careful temperament assessments and gradual introductions. Socialization occurs in controlled settings with experienced staff supervision to maintain a safe, positive environment for all dogs.
