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Amber J.

Altoona, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

Amber can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Amber can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am mostly free over the summer and weekends. I run errands or make plans outside of when I’m taking care of pets. Pet care is my priority while hosting!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Amber J.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, my own dogs to join in play if wanted, I have gates/doors and a finished lower level where I can separate dogs if need be, and have multiple kennels. I allow my dogs on furniture, but can follow owner house rules.

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 Amber J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog needs slower introductions or to be separated from the other dogs. Both can be accommodated. Also, let me know about any points of anxiety, allergies, and medical needs!

A typical day

We love to go on longer walks (minimum a mile if it’s nice out) to get out some energy. The dogs love to run in my backyard, play with a multitude of toys, play in the doggy pool, and do lick activities like kongs or frozen lick bowls.

Location

Altoona, IA

Amber J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Walk, play, feed, cuddle, repeat!

Pet care experience

NOTE: I work weekdays throughout the school year. Still available, but pets will be at home without me on weekdays for about 7 hours. I have owned and cared for dogs for over 25 years. I have cared for small dogs <25 pounds all the way up to large sized Great Danes > 200 pounds. I have been fostering dogs for Safe Paws Iowa for the past 3 years. I am available for a large portion of the summer because I only coach softball outside of the school year. I am very active and would love to share that energy with dogs! Walking, jogging, or just playing in the doggy pool is no issue at all. I currently have two dogs of my own. They can play all together or be kept separated! I also have experience giving dogs meds as some of the dogs in my care have different long term conditions. Can’t wait to meet your precious pups! Please contact me if you have any remaining questions!

Reviews

Melanie B.
Boarding • dic. 30, 2025
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Amber took great care of Roxi! Communication was excellent and she took extra care to ensure she wasn’t intimidated by larger dogs during the stay.

Jessie L.
Boarding • oct. 19, 2025
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Great communication and care. Charlie comes home happy and tired. Thanks, Amber!

Karri S.
Boarding • ene. 26, 2025
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Thanks Amber for taking amazing care of Riley over the weekend! She will be back!

Justin W.
Boarding • nov. 30, 2024
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Our pup loved her stay and had lots of play time with her new friends. We received lots of pictures and videos showing the good time she had.

About Amber J.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, my own dogs to join in play if wanted, I have gates/doors and a finished lower level where I can separate dogs if need be, and have multiple kennels. I allow my dogs on furniture, but can follow owner house rules.

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 Amber J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog needs slower introductions or to be separated from the other dogs. Both can be accommodated. Also, let me know about any points of anxiety, allergies, and medical needs!

A typical day

We love to go on longer walks (minimum a mile if it’s nice out) to get out some energy. The dogs love to run in my backyard, play with a multitude of toys, play in the doggy pool, and do lick activities like kongs or frozen lick bowls.

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Amber J.

Altoona, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews