Maine’s Gateway Deserves More Than a Basic Drop-In

Kittery sits right at the threshold of Maine—a town of shipyard families, year-round locals, outlet shoppers, and beachgoers. It’s a place where the pace shifts from the bustle of Route 1 to the quiet of Kittery Point, where dogs romp at Fort Foster and cats watch the world from sunny windows. But no matter where in Kittery you live, your pet is still waiting for the same things: connection, purpose, movement, and a day that feels complete.

Playtime Adventures brings enrichment-based pet care to Kittery, ME. We cross the river from the Seacoast to serve pet parents who want more than a quick walk or a perfunctory check-in. Whether you’re working at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, commuting to Boston, or enjoying a day on the water, we show up ready to engage your pet where they are—body, mind, and instinct.

Care That Fits Kittery’s Rhythms

Kittery isn’t a one-note town. Summer brings beach traffic and longer days. Winter quiets the streets but not the needs of your dog. The shipyard runs on its own schedule. Outlet shoppers come and go, but your pet’s routine stays constant. We adapt to all of it.

Every visit is built around your pet’s age, energy, personality, and current needs. Some days that means a brisk walk with plenty of sniffing along Spruce Creek. Other days it means a puzzle, a game, or quiet company while you’re away. The goal isn’t just to fill the time—it’s to make the time matter.

Services for Kittery Pet Families

Dog Walks & P.L.A.Y. Experiences
Enrichment-based walks tailored to your dog’s pace and personality. Exploration, movement, sniffing, and play—not just a loop around the block.

Mini Adventures
For dogs who need more than the usual route, we provide safe transportation to a nearby adventure spot within a 5–7 minute drive. More freedom, more novelty, more fulfillment—whether it’s a quiet trail or a new sniff spot.

Cat P.L.A.Y. Enrichment Experiences
Thoughtful cat visits with play, companionship, and mental engagement. We respect feline boundaries and bring the enrichment to them.

Puppy P.L.A.Y. Experiences
Structured puppy visits that support routine, confidence, socialization, and positive behaviors. Ideal for Kittery puppies still learning the world.

Overnight Pet Sitting & P.L.A.Y.
Cozy overnight care in your home, with play, cuddles, routines, and companionship. A comforting alternative to boarding—especially for pets who thrive in their own space.

Senior Visits & Comfort Care
Gentle, patient support for aging pets who need slower paces, mobility help, comfort, and respectful care.

Proudly Serving Kittery, ME

Playtime Adventures serves Kittery and the surrounding Seacoast communities, including Kittery Foreside, Kittery Point, Spruce Creek, the Route 1 corridor, and neighborhoods near Fort Foster, Seapoint Beach, and Fort McClary. Whether you’re in a condo near the outlets, a home on the water, or a quiet street off Haley Road, we’ll work with your routine to build a care plan that fits.

Created by Stephanie Bassler, DN-CET, a Certified Canine Enrichment Technician, our approach is rooted in understanding behavior, meeting needs, and adapting in real time. No two pets are the same. No two Kittery days are either.

A Better Kind of Tired

A tired dog isn’t always a fulfilled dog. A cat with a clean litter box isn’t necessarily a cat with a good day. When instincts are engaged and communication is understood, pets settle naturally. That’s when calm becomes real—and when you come home to a companion who feels balanced, not just worn out.

Let’s Build a P.L.A.Y. Plan for Your Kittery Pet

Ready to give your pet care that engages, fulfills, and comforts? Contact Playtime Adventures to schedule a meet and greet.

Phone: (603) 457-0280