People who know pets. People who care.
At Play & Stay Pet Retreat in Mercer, Maine, we bring together dog daycare, dog and cat boarding, grooming, and dog training with one familiar team.
We want you to feel comfortable asking questions, sharing concerns, and telling us what makes your pet who they are. Their routines, preferences, and personalities help us plan their care.
Experience that shapes our care
Our team brings hands-on experience in veterinary care, dog training, grooming, and animal care.
Every member of our team is Pet CPR & First Aid certified. We value preparation, clear communication, and getting to know the pets and people who come through our doors.
Meet the owners
Morgan Frost
Founder & Owner
Morgan brings over 10 years of experience as a veterinary technician, years of dog training experience, and experience raising German and Belgian Shepherds. A wife and mom of two, she describes Play & Stay as her dream come true and looks forward to welcoming you and your pets.
Alec Frost
HR & Maintenance
With experience in law enforcement and the U.S. Air Force, Alec is dedicated to keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes and maintaining a safe facility for you and your pets.
Meet the team
Makinlee
Kennel Attendant Supervisor / Trainer
Makinlee’s interest in training took off after joining one of Morgan’s group classes with her dog Paisley. She loves helping dogs grow through patience and consistency. Outside Play & Stay, she enjoys training Paisley and Nala, working toward AKC sport titles, reading, and spending time outdoors. She also has a degree in Early Childhood Education and works as an elementary school Ed Tech.
Alissa
Kennel Attendant / Social Media Director
Alissa is a wife, mom of two, photographer, and lifelong animal lover. She enjoys caring for pets and learning about dog behavior, while sharing life at Play & Stay through photography, newsletters, and social media. Outside the retreat, she runs Forever by Fortier Photography and loves spending time outdoors with her family and dogs.
Caitlin
Kennel Attendant
Biography coming soon.
Maddi
Kennel Attendant
A lifelong dog lover, Maddi brings experience with dog sitting, dog walking, and volunteering at animal shelters. She enjoys getting to know each dog’s personality and learning about different breeds and temperaments. Outside work, she loves walks and exploring new places with her German Shepherd, Bullet, and Cattle Dog mix, Sage.
Alexis
Kennel Attendant
Alexis is a dog mom of five who loves training with her dogs and watching them succeed. Outside Play & Stay, she enjoys walks, paddleboarding, karaoke, road trips, photography, and coffee.
Jessica
AKC S.A.F.E. Certified Groomer
Jessica is a U.S. Army veteran who served for 13 years, including three combat deployments. After medically retiring in 2015, she moved to Maine and turned her love of animals into hands-on care. She shares her home with her service dog, Markos, and three rescue cats, and has fostered dogs for Almost Home Rescue for nearly four years.
Pine State Shepherds Training at Play & Stay
Our training program builds on the experience and philosophy behind Pine State Shepherds Training, founded by Morgan.
Morgan and Makinlee work with clients through private training, group classes, Day School, and Board & Train programs.
Recognized by our community
2026 Downeast Dog News Best of the Best
• Play & Stay Pet Retreat — 1st Place, Best Daycare/Boarding
• Play & Stay Pet Retreat — Tied for 3rd Place, Best Groomer
• Pine State Shepherds Training — 3rd Place, Best Trainer
Come get to know us.
Have questions about our services or whether we’re a fit for your pet? We’re happy to talk through the next step.
