Alicen R.
Alicen R.
Contact for Boarding
from $40 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
WFH 🏠Pet CPR Certified 🐾
Hi, fellow dog moms and dads! 🐾 I’m a lifelong dog lover with two dogs of my own, and I’d love to welcome your pup into my home while you’re away. My goal is to provide a safe, structured, and low-stress environment where every dog feels comfortable, cared for, and treated like family. I work remotely, so your dog won’t be left alone for long periods and will enjoy plenty of potty breaks, playtime, enrichment, and cuddles throughout the day. I intentionally keep a limited number of boarding dogs so each guest receives individualized attention and care. For the safety and comfort of all dogs in my care, I require boarding dogs to be crate trained. Since I may care for multiple dogs at once, I use crates as a safe management tool—not as punishment—during meals, when I leave the house, or if dogs simply need a quiet break. Dogs should be comfortable relaxing in a crate for short periods when needed. I also feed dogs separately to help prevent resource guarding and ensure everyone can eat safely and stress-free. Every dog is different, so I tailor enrichment to their personality and energy level, whether that’s fetch, puzzle toys, snuffle mats, frozen treats (with owner approval), or other engaging activities. I have experience caring for brachycephalic breeds (such as English Bulldogs and French Bulldogs) and understand the extra precautions they require regarding heat, breathing, and activity levels. I’m also comfortable caring for senior dogs, providing slower-paced walks, gentle routines, medication administration when needed, and the extra patience and monitoring they deserve. For your peace of mind, I’m Pet First Aid and CPR certified through the American Red Cross and keep fully stocked pet first aid kits both at home and in my vehicle. ✨ Optional Spa Add-Ons (Boarding Guests) * Bath (short-haired dogs) * Brushing * Teeth brushing * Ear cleaning * Paw balm treatment Just mention your interest when booking, and I’ll send over pricing and details! A few house rules to help every guest have a great stay: * 🐾 Dogs must be crate trained and comfortable around other dogs. * 🐾 Please disclose any history of separation anxiety, resource guarding, escape tendencies, or destructive behaviors so I can determine if my home is the right fit. * 🐾 Dogs must be current on vaccinations and flea/tick prevention. I can’t wait to meet you and your pup! ❤️
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Alicen was so great with my dog and my dog had a great time! Very communicative and lots of pictures! She’s super sweet, I highly recommend having her watch your puppers.
Ali was super helpful, professional and organized. I really trusted that my dog got the very best care from her. Highly recommend!
Alicen was wonderful with our girl! She was incredibly sweet, provided plenty of updates, and maintained excellent communication throughout her stay. It was clear that our girl felt loved and comfortable with Alicen and her family. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Alicen to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy sitter.
Alicen was great with our puppy and we plan to use her again as needed in the future!
Alicen has been amazing with our puppy. He is a very anxious and shy dog and she has been great with him and he immediately became comfortable around her. She is very communicative and always updating us. Couldn’t recommend her more!
Alicen has great communication and did a great job caring for our dog and keeping us updated on him.
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Schedule
Pet care is already part of my everyday routine since I’m a dog owner myself. I work fully remote, so I’m used to planning my day around potty breaks, walks, feeding times, and check-ins. Because I’m home during the day, I can be responsive with midday drop-ins and walks and communicate quickly if anything comes up. I keep a consistent schedule and plan routes close by so I can be reliable and on time.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I follow your instructions closely and stick to your pet’s normal routine as much as possible. Drop-in visits (up to 40 minutes) are perfect for a midday check-in while you’re at work or away. During each visit, I’ll follow your routine and make sure your pup is comfortable and cared for: a potty break, fresh water, feeding if requested, and some playtime/affection. I’ll also do a quick check that doors/gates are secure before I leave. Dog walks (up to 30 minutes) are a dedicated, leash-only walk for exercise and enrichment. I’ll walk at your dog’s pace, allow time for sniff breaks, and prioritize safe leash handling the entire time. After the walk, I’ll make sure your dog is settled with fresh water and I’ll send photo updates and a recap (including potty info). Boarding your fur baby at my home is like summer camp for them! I have a huge fenced in back yard and work from home so I am home majority of the time. For the safety and comfort of all dogs in my care, I require boarding dogs to be crate trained. Since I often care for multiple dogs, I use crates as a safe management tool—not as punishment—during meals, when I leave the house, or if dogs need a break from one another. Dogs should be comfortable relaxing quietly in a crate for short periods when needed. This allows me to provide a calm, safe, and low-stress environment for every guest. My boarding program is a great fit for dogs who: • Are crate trained • Are house trained • Are friendly with other dogs • Can be left alone for a few hours without excessive barking or anxiety • Are up to date on vaccinations & neutered
Pets
A typical day
My days are structured and consistent, which helps pets feel comfortable. Since I work from home, I can fit in scheduled visits/walks while still being dependable and punctual. For each booking, I confirm instructions ahead of time, arrive within the agreed time window, and focus fully on your pet during the visit—then send an update before moving on to the next part of my day. I tailor activities to each pet’s personality and energy level. Depending on what your dog enjoys, that can include: - Sniff-focused walks (great mental enrichment) - Playtime in the yard (fetch/tug/light play if appropriate) - Basic reinforcement like “sit,” “wait,” and “leave it” (only if you’re comfortable with it) - Calm companionship and affection for shy or senior dogs - dog poop cleanup for yards I’m also happy to follow any preferences you have (no jumping, no greetings, no treats, etc.).