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Alyssa W.

Playa Del Ray, Playa Del Rey, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Alyssa can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat

Alyssa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work full time from home with a very flexible schedule. Until recently I was caring for an elderly dog with severe epilepsy that required 3x daily medication, and an elderly cat with cancer who required feeding every couple of hours, so I’m accustomed to my days centering around animals’ schedules. Living at the beach means I take walk breaks throughout the day, and I appreciate that animals give me a ready excuse to step away from my computer.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Alyssa W.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a deck in the trees that’s great for sunbathing and creature watching, and am 50 yards from the beach and it’s path, as well as a large local park and trail network along the wetlands. I work in the main space of my home, so it’s easy for me to have eyes on your pet at all times. Wherever they are in terms of their needs, I’m happy to meet them there!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alyssa W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pets have any special needs or accommodations or preferences/fears I can account for! I want them to feel as safe and happy as possible while they’re with me.

A typical day

We’ll take walks for exercise and mental stimulation near the beach, along the marsh and marina, and through a beautiful park, and runs if they’re up for it! Then they can lounge in the sun or shade on my second story deck while they look out over a walkway, or in a cozy spot inside. For feline friends, they’ll have a number of perches to choose from where they can watch the birds and squirrels, and a number of cozy beds to curl up in.

Location

Playa Del Rey, CA

Alyssa W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Seaside Pet Vacations

Pet care experience

Since I was very small, I’ve cared for a menagerie of animals, including cats and dogs, reptiles and small critters, even horses and goats. I’ve had a number of special needs animals of my own, and am very well-acquainted with administering medication and accommodating special needs. After recently losing my elderly dog for whom I had been managing severe epilepsy, and my elderly cat to cancer, I’m used to providing near constant care and love, and now find myself with time on my hands and love to spare. I deeply understand the stress of leaving your pet in a stranger’s care, and I’ll make sure you can see that your pet is safe with me. I live at the beach on a great trail network with walkable parks to give your dogs a taste of vacation, whatever their preference, and have a deck in the trees with large floor to ceiling windows full of birds and squirrels to keep your cats entertained.

Cat care experience

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Seaside Cat Vacations!

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

Reviews

Jamie F.
Boarding • Jan 29, 2026
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Alyssa was great with my cats and provided me with periodic updates throughout my cats’ stay with her, which I really appreciated and put me at ease. Her space is very open and bright, with plenty of space for the cats to explore, play, and enjoy nature-watching from the inside. I definitely recommend her for her boarding services and plan to be in touch for future stays and catsitting needs.

Stephanie V.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 18, 2026
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Great experience.

Katie P.
House Sitting • Jan 12, 2026
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I’m so glad I found Alyssa. She’s communicative, flexible and clearly an animal lover. She took great care of my pup. Based on the pics I could tell they had so much fun and when I came to pick up my little girl she was happy and comfortable. I will definitely use her again.

Alex C.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 06, 2026
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Alyssa was amazing!! She was super supportive of our cat who was having some unexpected health issues, giving us consistent updates and photos for peace of mind while we were gone. She really went above and beyond and made the whole process so easy 🙏

About Alyssa W.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a deck in the trees that’s great for sunbathing and creature watching, and am 50 yards from the beach and it’s path, as well as a large local park and trail network along the wetlands. I work in the main space of my home, so it’s easy for me to have eyes on your pet at all times. Wherever they are in terms of their needs, I’m happy to meet them there!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alyssa W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pets have any special needs or accommodations or preferences/fears I can account for! I want them to feel as safe and happy as possible while they’re with me.

A typical day

We’ll take walks for exercise and mental stimulation near the beach, along the marsh and marina, and through a beautiful park, and runs if they’re up for it! Then they can lounge in the sun or shade on my second story deck while they look out over a walkway, or in a cozy spot inside. For feline friends, they’ll have a number of perches to choose from where they can watch the birds and squirrels, and a number of cozy beds to curl up in.

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Alyssa W.

Playa Del Ray, Playa Del Rey, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews