Trusted Partners - Community Connections
At Sit. Stay. Forever., we believe in surrounding ourselves with good company—people, organizations, and brands that share our commitment to health, sustainability, and the well-being of animals and the planet. This page is a curated list of trusted partners, go-to resources, and kindred spirits who inspire us, educate us, and walk the talk when it comes to doing better for pets and people alike.
Whether you're looking for deeper information on pet wellness, organic living, sustainable practices, or just want to see who we’re proud to stand alongside, you’ll find them here.
We’re all in this together.
An Unforgettable Experience at Meow Cat Lounge
Meow Cat Lounge is a cozy, welcoming space where the love of cats and community come together. Designed to be safe, fun, and enriching for both cats and humans, the lounge provides the perfect setting for visitors to relax, play games, and connect with adoptable feline friends. All the resident cats come from local shelters and are looking for their forever homes—making every visit an opportunity to bond with a potential new family member.
Founded by Anne Beal, who brings over two decades of experience in pet care and fostering, Meow Lounge reflects her deep passion for animals and her love of games. By blending these two worlds, she’s created something truly special.
The lounge is known for its friendly vibe, caring staff, and heartwarming mission. Whether you’re a cat lover, game enthusiast, or simply curious—When in Westport Maine, this is a spot worth checking out.
What are you waiting for? Go see what Meow Lounge is all about!
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Greater Portland Pet Sitting is proud to be considered for your pet care needs.
We offer care for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish, ferrets and so much more to ensure the best possible care while you are away. We can also do the extras
around the house like water plants, take in the mail, take out the trash, alternate lights, water gardens and other minor things while you are away.
Jessica Collins (Founder)
Jessica is a lifelong resident of Portland and the founder of Greater Portland Pet Sitting, a full service pet care company. Founded in 2010 by her love of animals and the outdoors, Jessica exemplifies customer service and has built an incredibly loyal client base over the last 15 years. Jessica is certified in First Aid and CPR by Pro Pet Hero and is also a proud member of Pet Sitters Associates.
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Here is a list of some of the best Service Dog Organizations in the US.
The Guide Dog Foundation (https://www.guidedog.org): For more than 75 years, the Guide Dog Foundation has trained and placed guide dogs and service dogs to provide increased independence and enhanced mobility to individuals who are blind, have low vision, or other disabilities.
Canine Companions (https://canine.org): Providing service dogs free of charge to individuals with disabilities for over 50 years.
Guiding Eyes for the Blind (https://guidingeyes.org): A nonprofit connecting exceptional dogs with individuals experiencing vision loss.
NEADS World Class Service Dogs (https://neads.org): Offering support for veterans, children with autism, and more.
The Seeing Eye (https://seeingeye.org): The oldest guide dog school in the U.S., continuing their groundbreaking work today.
Puppies Behind Bars (https://puppiesbehindbars.com): Unique program involving service dogs raised in collaboration with inmates for specialized work.
Warrior Canine Connection ( https://warriorcanineconnection.org ): Supporting veterans by training service dogs to provide healing assistance.
Of course, your local humane societies and nonprofits may also partner with fostering programs, so don’t hesitate to contact them as well.