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Alyssa G.

Palatine, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
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Services

Alyssa can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

100% professional, focused attention for your dogs as I work from home for my brothers construction company. Doggie guests will find it rare to be left alone at my home.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Alyssa G.

Communication

43 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs are allowed to be everywhere I am in my home as long as they are not destructive. I provide my home 100%. I spend time with each dog so they learn and understand household manners. Dog beds, human beds, toys, blankets, bones, food, treats, exercise, love, fun, another dog, a crate if needed. I truly love teaching dogs how to coexist properly in their world with humans.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Alyssa G. would like to know about your pet

MUST BE DOG FRIENDLY as my 3 year old boxer mix LOVES other dogs Pick ups/drop offs preferably after 7am and before 8pm I provided services through Rover years ago on a much bigger scale. My services are now more unique, personalized and geared towards helping families have fuller lives with their dogs.

A typical day

Your dogs will enjoy safe dog play sessions on a 50-foot-long leash each day at the park behind my home. We will have dog park adventure trips on a case by case basis. I use the Lakewood Dog Park in Wauconda as it is securely fenced and huge, with acres of trails and friendly dogs and people. I love to take my K9 crew out and about with me during the day. This creates an amazing pack bond for every dog that stays with me. We may hit the Home Depot together or a pet store and get a yummy treat.

Location

Palatine, IL

Alyssa G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

25 Years Working in the k9 industry

Pet care experience

My day revolves around my K9 pack! I go above and beyond to make sure your dog is safe, comfortable, loved, exercised and socialized. I will cater to anything your dog needs. Some of my four legged guests prefer to go in and out of the yard and just chill. While others gotta run out their sillies ;)! I am very skilled and confident in reading your dog and catering to their unique needs. I have been taking my pack to Lakewood Dog Park in Wauconda for over 10 years and I’m happy to test out your dog to see if a dog park adventure is the best option for them. I also enjoy walking some of my crew to the beautiful park behind my house. I love giving them more room to run together on 50 foot leashes. My dog, Angel, is exceptionally off leash trained and my guests love exploring the park with her! -Grew up in a ‘we always had a dog’ household with a Great Dane, Golden Retriever and a Husky. -My first dog as an adult was a Jack Russell/Corgi. Left the hair industry to work for a dog trainer -Led to years of exposure in learning how to read and understand K9s. -Started with Rover in 2016, boarding up to 8 dogs in my home -Stopped Rover to train full time for Invisible Fence…Awesome experience -Back on Rover now, boarding doggies on a smaller scale in my townhome with a fenced yard -Home full time as I work for my brothers construction company. -Your dog will be a huge part of mine and Angels everyday life. -I’ve owned two mastiffs, two pit/labs after my Jack Russell and now I have Angel, my 3 year old Boxer mix -I am right next to Palatine Hills Golf Course. There’s a great park and trails back there. I take my doggie guests on lots of adventures. -MY EXPERIENCE IS EXTENSIVE

Reviews

Kevin S.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 05, 2026
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Churro loves staying with Alyssa and is always well taken care of.

Kevin S.
Boarding • Sep 29, 2025
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Alyssa was easy to work with very responsive and easy to setup times with. Churro was very well taken care of and enjoyed his stay, we received lots of pictures and updates.

Jennifer K.
Boarding • Jun 15, 2025
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Hank loves going with Alyssa and he’s always a better behaved dog when he gets back. 😀

Barbara S.
Boarding • Feb 11, 2025
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We had a wonderful experience with Alyssa. Angel easily accepted Ivy into her home and “pack” and Ivy got lots of playtime and cuddles. We’ll definitely use Alyssa again when we visit from Minnesota.

About Alyssa G.

Communication

43 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs are allowed to be everywhere I am in my home as long as they are not destructive. I provide my home 100%. I spend time with each dog so they learn and understand household manners. Dog beds, human beds, toys, blankets, bones, food, treats, exercise, love, fun, another dog, a crate if needed. I truly love teaching dogs how to coexist properly in their world with humans.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Alyssa G. would like to know about your pet

MUST BE DOG FRIENDLY as my 3 year old boxer mix LOVES other dogs Pick ups/drop offs preferably after 7am and before 8pm I provided services through Rover years ago on a much bigger scale. My services are now more unique, personalized and geared towards helping families have fuller lives with their dogs.

A typical day

Your dogs will enjoy safe dog play sessions on a 50-foot-long leash each day at the park behind my home. We will have dog park adventure trips on a case by case basis. I use the Lakewood Dog Park in Wauconda as it is securely fenced and huge, with acres of trails and friendly dogs and people. I love to take my K9 crew out and about with me during the day. This creates an amazing pack bond for every dog that stays with me. We may hit the Home Depot together or a pet store and get a yummy treat.

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.
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Alyssa G.

Palatine, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
63 reviews