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Alysia S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Alysia S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Experienced & Loving Caretaker

Hello! I’m a professional dog trainer and program manager with extensive experience caring for dogs of all ages, sizes, and needs. I currently work as a Program Manager at Dogs Inc (formerly Southeastern Guide Dogs), where I help oversee and support the training of service dogs. I have many years of hands-on experience training and handling service dogs, as well as working in a boarding facility, an animal shelter, and a veterinary clinic. I’m comfortable managing everything from energetic puppies to senior and special-needs dogs, and I’m experienced with administering oral and injectable medications. Earlier in my career, I volunteered extensively in animal rescue, including fostering dogs and managing group play yards, which gave me strong skills in reading dog behavior, ensuring safety, and providing appropriate enrichment. I’ve also been a Puppy Raiser for service dogs and am confident using professional, positive training methods. I take a calm, structured, and compassionate approach to care and treat every dog as if they were my own. My priority is always your dog’s safety, comfort, and well-being and giving you peace of mind while you’re away. I’m happy to answer any questions and tailor care to your dog’s individual needs.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

4.9
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34 ratings
Michael & Michael A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 31, 2024

Chester loves his sitter, thank you again for watching Chester!!

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Tiffany K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 31, 2024

Thanks for taking such great care of my broke besties!

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Michael & Michael A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Sep 18, 2023

Amazing service as always, thank you for taking care of chester while I was out of town!!!

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Tiffany K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 22, 2023

Can't say enough good things she took care of my pups as if they were her own. And there was always opens of communication. I wouldn't hesitate to use her again.

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Michael & Michael A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 13, 2023

Amazing, As Always!!!

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Michael & Michael A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 30, 2023

Amazing service, Alysia took great care of my dog while I was away!! I will be using Alysia on an ongoing basis. Kind, on time, attentive and loving!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work flexible shifts at the Dogs Inc Campus in Palmetto Monday-Thursdays. My availability during those days is somewhat restricted to before or after about 10am-2pm (with time to come home during that if needed).Otherwise, I typically have full availability Fridays-Sundays.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I always prefer a Meet & Greet for new clients in order to become acquainted with their pets. This also helps the dog become familiar with me and sets us up for success. I take precautions when entering and leaving both homes and yards so as to prevent any possibility of escape. Training in vet science and previous experience has helped me feel confident in administering dog first-aid as well.

Pets

A typical day

I enjoy sharing in exploration with pets, which means plenty of walks! Furthermore, I dedicate time to one-on-one snuggles, playtime with toys, and would love to work on simple training too! A happy dog is my happy place!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Alysia can host up to 2 pets per night
I always like to get an idea of your dog's routine so I can stick to it as much as possible. I'll request any medical information such as allergies, and if your dog is friendly with other animals (dogs/cats/squirrels/ducks/etc).
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.