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Building Confident Dogs And Empowered Owners.

With over 20 years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats, Paws and Minds provide thoughtful, reliable pet care rooted in trust, communication, and a genuine love for animals. Every pet is unique, and every relationship matters.

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SERVICES

Personalized Care for Your Beloved Pets

Training

Guidance informed by years of observing and understanding how dogs learn, communicate, and build relationships.

Boarding & In home Care

Personalized pet care designed to keep your pets safe, comfortable, and well cared for, whether in your home or ours

Walks & Drop ins

Personalized care in your dog's home environment including feeding, playtime, companionship, medication administration if needed, potty breaks, and structured walks tailored to your dog's energy level and routine.

Grooming

Bath and nail care in a calm, low-stress setting in our dedicated dog grooming room. Focused on comfort, cleanliness, and safe handling. Available as an add-on or standalone service.

ABOUT

A Lifetime Dedicated to Animals

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My journey with animals started long before it became a profession. Growing up in Northern Maine, my first dog sparked a passion that would shape the rest of my life. What began as caring for pets in my community eventually grew into a business that supported me through college and became the career I truly love.

 

Today, I combine decades of experience with a deep fascination for animal behavior, helping pets feel comfortable, understood, and cared for while giving owners peace of mind.

For me, pet care is about more than feeding schedules and daily walks. It's about building trust, understanding each animal's personality, and creating a safe, positive experience while you're away. By taking the time to learn what makes each pet comfortable and confident, I strive to provide care that feels familiar, reassuring, and tailored to their individual needs.

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Philosophy

Listening to What Your Pet Is Already Saying

One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping people understand what their dogs are already trying to communicate. Animals are constantly giving us information through their behavior, body language, and interactions. By paying attention to those signals, we can build stronger relationships, create positive experiences, and help pets feel safe, confident, and understood.

TESTIMONIALS

Professional Services Built on Trust and Safety

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Awesome! Nico always loves visiting Anastasia and comes back exhausted from playing.

Maura F.

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Anastasia was fantastic!  We're very pleased with the care and we will definitely use her again.

Marcia S.

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Anastasia was great! She checked in on them plenty and was very aware of their needs.

Alex B.

Because Your Pets Deserve More Than a Pet Sitter

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