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Alena G.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Alena can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Very flexible on timing, I’m in between main projects, so am taking on walks, boardings, etc. I was a PM in corporate til I decided to go the creative route 2 years ago :) in music, wellness, and spirituality. So my freelance schedule allows for varied bookings.

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Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Alena G.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

My home is a studio, no other pets. Safe yard in case of any quick escapes in a safe, quiet neighborhood. In clients home I am happy to respect any rules and follow any protocols to ensure a safe, happy trip for the pet!

Location

Santa Monica, CA

Alena G.'s Neighborhood

Animal lover, punctual, safe!

Pet care experience

I’ve always loved animals from volunteering at the bunny rescue as a teenager, walking the neighbors dogs, to having a kitty choose me as mamma til her recent passing. I am happy to follow any protocols, ensure a safe walk, do light training. How wonderful is it to get fresh air and exercise with the pups! Old roommates always had dogs so I’d enjoy walking them (even when they were in a stroller!) and helping them get trained (rescues!).

Cat care experience

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Kitty Mom! Love my fur babies

Alena also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Olivia B.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 21, 2026
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Alena was kind, very responsive & communicated throughout the trip making my mind at ease. She asked questions and went above & beyond. Highly recommend! My dog & cat loved her. Thank you Alena!

Carol J.
Jun 08, 2026

Oh my goodness, I just have to leave a review for Alena because she took such wonderful care of my little Benny while I was away visiting my daughter. At my age, it’s very hard to trust someone with your dog, especially when they’re truly part of the family, but she made me feel comfortable from the very beginning. She sent me little updates and photos every day, and Benny looked so happy and relaxed. Usually he gets nervous when I leave, but when I came home he was calm, clean, and clearly very loved. I could tell she spent real time with him and treated him like her own. Thank you Alena!

About Alena G.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

My home is a studio, no other pets. Safe yard in case of any quick escapes in a safe, quiet neighborhood. In clients home I am happy to respect any rules and follow any protocols to ensure a safe, happy trip for the pet!

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Alena G.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews