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Alina S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Alina S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Alina’s Paws At Play

I have had dogs since I was five years old, and I truly believe they are the best. They are warm, welcoming, and full of joy. Every time you come home, they greet you with a happy dance and offer a special kind of unconditional love that’s hard to match. I treat my fur babies like my own children—I love them, teach them, play with them, and make sure they have a safe, happy home. I’m definitely a dog person and, honestly, I sometimes prefer the company of dogs over people. I have experience caring for dogs at every stage of life, from 8-week-old puppies to senior dogs. I’ve also successfully trained my dogs to follow a variety of commands, including sit, stay, lay down, spin, roll over, leave it, drop it, paw, high five, jump up, and speak. Dogs aren’t just pets to me—they’re a true passion.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
33 ratings
Katie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 16, 2026

Alina was amazing!! She was able to take care of my Shadow at the last minute, which was SO helpful. She provided daily updates and pictures, and was available to answer any questions and concerns I had. Would definitely recommend her services! I'll be booking with her again the next time I'm out of town!

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Haley H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 29, 2025

Alina was such a lifesaver! We had a last minute overnight trip and she was able to take care of our Gus! This was our first time leaving Gus overnight anywhere and Alina made it very easy for us! Gus was immediately comfortable with her and had a good time!

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Abbey E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 22, 2025

Alina was so great with our puppy! I would highly recommend her!

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Sandy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 03, 2025

We have booked with Alina several times now and always feel at peace knowing Rocco is in good hands. We highly recommend Alina! 🙌🏼

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Nancy R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 07, 2025

Alina was fantastic to work with and very accomdating of our ever evolving needs/schedule. We needed a pet sitter at the last minute when our mom was ill for an extended period (and none of us live in town). Mom's dog Ramses appears happy in all of the photos she sent. There were no negatives at all. Communication was absolutely excellent and we would highly recommend Alina.

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Sandy C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 30, 2024

We love boarding Rocco with Alina. 🫶🏽 🐕

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Schedule

I am available any time on Saturdays and Sundays and some Mondays and Fridays. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. I am more than happy to help when I can.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I offer a more personalized stay for you pet. I do not take in a lot of dogs at one time. Your pet will receive more one on one time as a result . I have a loving dog friendly home. I have a fenced yard and two friendly and obedience trained dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your dog if needed, but would rather have your dog socialize with our family. I have a husband and two teenagers that love dogs. Your pet will be safe and loved in my care. I will treat them as well as I do my own. My dogs are inside pets and yours would be inside most of the time with us, except for potty breaks and play time. I provide pictures and videos and will keep you up to date on your pet’s stay with pictures and a note every morning and evening.

Pets

A typical day

Have a dog friendly home and yard with room to play chase and fetch. I have two dogs that love to have fur-friends over to play.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Alina can host up to 3 pets per night
Please let me know any specific information that pertain to your fur-baby, such as: Behavior Traits (good or bad) / Potty Trained / Favorite spot to pet / Favorite game to play / Favorite toy / Any special instructions? I do not want to sit for aggressive dogs. I prefer for all the dogs to get along and play well together.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.