While U’R Away the Cats & Dogs will play!
I look forward to providing a fun, loving, safe environment for your animals While U'R Away.
I do dog walking, cat care, overnight stays, house checks and house sitting.
I look forward to caring for your animals so they don't miss you quite as much.
About - While U’R Away
Welcome. I’m Charlotte Tragard. Let me tell you about myself and my work with pets. I've been blessed with having animals all of my life. From cats and dogs to lab mice, hamsters, gerbils, hermit crabs, goldfish and turtles.
I have been pet sitting, house sitting, and dog walking for over 30 years. I enjoy it immensely. It's kind of like being the fun Aunt - you get to spoil the kids and then they go back to their parents. : )
The times in my life when I haven't had an animal I have volunteered just to be around them. I volunteered at the Pittsburgh Animal Rescue League and more recently at Safe Haven Humane Society in Wells.
Services & Rates
Dog Care
Walking
30 minutes $20
60 minutes $30
“Babysitting” Your Pets
$20 for one hour
$15 per hour for multiple hours
Cat Care - in Your House
$20 for one visit - per day
$30 for two visits - per day
$5 for each additional cat
This includes feeding, watering, cleaning kitty litter, playtime & lovin’ time
Overnight Stays in your House
Pricing Per Day
$65 for 1 dog & 2 cats
$10 for each additional dog
$5 for each additional cat
This includes feedings, 1 hour walk, shorter walks in the morning and evening.
Any animal needing medicines administered or foods cooked for a specific diet are at an extra cost.
House Checking
Starting at $25 day, this includes:
Lights on/off
Drapes open/close
Mail & newspapers retrieved
Plants watered
Heat checked
Make sure plowed after storms
House Sitting (staying overnight)
$30 a day
Holidays - add $10 to any fee
New Year’s Day
Easter Sunday
Memorial Day Weekend
July 4th
Labor Day Weekend
Thanksgiving Weekend
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve
Cancellation Policy - 24 hours prior to service
If canceling in less than 24 hours of service you must pay for the full service.
Certain emergencies will be taken into consideration.
Testimonial
Reese
"Charlotte does it all! Pet walking, pet playing and pet sitting! We have a two year old lab, Reese, who is typically energetic and after her walk or play date with Charlotte is both happy and tired.
Charlotte is positive, loving and well-informed all while letting Reese know who the boss is! We’re fortunate to have her as part of our family."
Chris Danelski & Dorothy Mele Moody Heights
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Moseley
"Charlotte trained our pup Moseley and us together which has been terrific! Her services are exceptional and we never worry when we are away. Reliable and caring."
Sarah Martin & Tom Lewis, Ogunquit
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Ziggy & Lola
"My wife and I have used Miss Charlotte for our dog sitting needs for about 10 years. The reason we keep using her is her attention to detail with our pet's needs. She has watched our pets while we've been away for extended periods of time. We, as our pets do, love her!!"
Joe & Gigi Forbes, Cape Neddick
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Ollie
"We hired Charlotte to care for our Cavalier King Charles, Ollie, and our home while we went on vacation for 2 weeks. That was 2 years ago. She still walks Ollie at least twice a week. Should we need her to care for our home and pet sit, I wouldn't hesitate for a minute!"
Bob & Jeanne Corduck, Wells
Testimonial
“Charlotte is the most reliable, responsible, and trust-worthy dog walker in the business! Olive is safe and well-loved when she is under Charlotte's care and I have total peace of mind when Charlotte is with her! There is no way I could leave Olive without the high-caliber care that Charlotte provides!!! She is AMAZING!”
Kristen Beauvais, York, Maine
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“Let us tell you how Charlotte helped us with our pet sitting needs. Our family was traveling to a wedding and needed a reliable pet sitter for our three pets. We didn’t feel comfortable placing Ella in a kennel since she was just adopted. Then there’s Brady, our dachshund, and Abby, our son’s dog. I am so pleased we found Charlotte. It’s not easy taking care of one pet, never mind three, but Charlotte did it with ease. She gave us peace of mind and our dogs were given the same attention and care that they were used to from us.”
Nancy and Peter Lindbom, Cape Neddick, Maine
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“Charlotte was the best pet sitter for our perfect animal friends! Both cats and dog loved spending time with her when we were away. We don't have any problem going away any more because we know our furry friends are in perfect hands!” Tim & Debbie Tower, Ogunquit Maine
Testimonial
”I hired Charlotte over 2 years ago to walk my dog daily while I'm at work. Jenny is a 14 yr old hound-mix who needs to "get out" mid-day. It's worked out great! Charlotte also cared for her in my home when I went on vacation. No worries, even got a few texts with pictures. She's professional, reliable, super friendly, and most of all, Jenny seems really happy and mom doesn't have to worry about coming home to any accidents in the house. I would highly recommend Charlotte's services!”
Allison Zurlo, Ogunquit, Maine
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Contact Us
I can take care of your dog or cat While U’R Away! Email me or call me at (207) 251-0446. Here’s what we need to know to get started:
Your Name
Your Email Address
Your Phone Number
What Services You Need
When Your Services Need to start
Any Questions or Concerns?
Email us at info@whileuraway.net
P.O. Box 95 Cape Neddick, ME 03902
(207) 251-0446
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