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Athena C.

Oakland, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
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24/7 Ill be there when you can't.

Pet care experience

*Price increase notification: Rover has added a 25% fee (which they keep) on top of my care rates .in order to make things more affordable I lowered my personal fees. Please let me know if you’d like to do a mixture of services and I will work with you to find the best care solution for each budget. I have done animal rescue, training, and volunteering since I was a child; currently the pack includes Stella, a female dog who gets along with everyone and LOVES to play, and Emily, a very senior, female cat who loves to snuggle, but goes in and out freely. Stella is a trained service dog who visits hospitals and nursing homes. Throughout my years of experience in caring for animals I’ve cared for just about everyone from entire newborn litters all the way to the frailest geriatrics and fospice. My experience includes all types of animal rescue, training, fostering and adoptions, as well as administering special needs and medications - ear, nose, eye, pills and sub q fluids etc. Working from home allows me to spend lots of time with the animals, and they give me that little nudge to get out into nature and explore. So whether it be overnight, an afternoon of daycare or a drop-in visit, I will care for your pets as though they were my very own. Because I only care for 1-3 dogs at a time I am able to give each the personal attention they deserve, and need, to feel at home... away from home. Cats and other animals are always welcome for all services. Please let me know if you have other animals, or plants, who need care. *Please note: Space is limited, so if you are boarding and plan to drop-off in the am, and pick up in the pm (next day), please tell me so we can book the extra time. * All dogs must be on a flea treatment, and be recently bathed, but I can provide flea bath for an additional $25 upon request. * Day care rates are for approx 8-10 hours (8:30 - 6:30pm). Overtime, early am drop offs or late pick ups will be will be charged an additional $10/hour. * Owners are responsible for all damage caused by their pet, and a cleaning fee of $25 for “potty” accidents. Please let me know if your little, or big, one has any potty issues so I can prepare my home ahead of time. * If your pet needs special care or extra attention for any reason I’m happy to help. Just let me know what they need. I’m currently working from home, which leaves lots of time to give your furry baby love and attention. I am available most days, and my hours are flexible. *There is a fee for early drop-off or late- pick up. My homes spacious interior will be shared with my sweet dog and senior kitty. Your dog will be allowed to relax wherever he/she feels most comfortable, and I can offer a separate room if they need alone time for any reason. If you have a crate or special bed please feel free to bring it along. I am extremely vigilant in the safety and wellbeing of everyone in my care. Please tell me about any behavioral habits and/or health concerns so I can provide the best care. I’m currently working from home so I can spend plenty of time with your doggies, and my schedule is usually pretty flexible. I feed everyone around 9am and 5:30pm, if someone needs a lunch feeding also let me know. I’m available for boarding most days, but space is very limited. I have fully fenced front me back yards where your doggie can explode safely, as well as plenty of space inside my home. If you are doing crate training I can accommodate that so please let me know. I want them to feel at home with me. Safety is the most important thing to me, so if your dog has any fears, is a food stealer or guarder or has any bladder issues please tell me ahead of time so I can make preparations. I’m currently working from home, so my dog Stella and (very elderly) cat Emily will have plenty of time to make your pup feel comfortable, happy and safe. I’m available most days until 6, but am flexible so just let me know if you need to add extra time. I have a fully fenced backyard with a sunny deck for the doggies to enjoy. I’m very cautious when introducing new dogs and only accept a few dogs at a time to allow their personalities come alive while in my cozy home. Feel free to bring their bedding and crate ,if needed, along with any special toys and treats to make them feel at home.

Reviews

Emma C.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 25, 2023
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Mateo had a great time with Athena! Thank you, Athena, for helping us out in a pinch, and for integrating my pup with your pack for the day.

Adam C.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 15, 2022
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Athena was responsive and took good care of Thea while we were gone. She also sent a bunch of pictures of Thea and her dog playing together! Thanks again!

Rae T.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 10, 2022
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Athena was easy to communicate with and Diesel had a great time with her for the day. Thank you so much!

Elana W.
Dog Boarding • Apr 23, 2022
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Shubie clearly enjoyed her time with Athena because in every picture that was sent she had a huge grin on her face. Athena was communicative and flexible, and patient with Shubie's rascally antics. I will definitely contact Athena again the next time Shubes needs a place to stay.

About Athena C.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 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

Animals adore my house and usually make themselves at home right away. They will be very happy here! Your babies will have full, but supervised, access to the interior house, my lovely,sunny back deck in my fully fenced-in backyard/ garden; and the front fully fenced garden if I’m up there. There’s plenty of space inside my home for your babies to bring their own bedding and/or crate if they use one and whatever else they’d like to feel at home in my home. I do work from home and will be their constant companion so they will feel safe, happy and engaged. Weather and dog permitting (repeat) boarders may hit the beach or a park for a game of fetch with me and my doggie.. or go tromping in the hills. I never let new dogs off leash outside or in places where outside dogs may be. I’m very cautious with all the animals I care for - tiny to mammoth. They must have recent flea/tick meds, current vacc records and I need their behavior triggers and commands, and get along with everyone in order to go on outings. I have a 20 yr old kitty whose part of the pack, but mostly sleeps these days. I will be with them at ALL times and the doggies typically end up trailing me around the house as I work from home, or work in the garden. Daycare dogs and new clients must remain in my eye sight until we know each other well before going on outings. Indoor potty accidents or destruction is an additional fee depending on what happened. Early or late pick up or drop offs have a small fee depending on length of additional time. Overnight stays can be dropped anytime, but pickup up is in the am of the final day of stay. Late stays/ addition time will have a daycare rate fee added at the end of stay. I’m happy to work with your budget and offer special discounted rates for recurring daycare and boarders doggies. Other animals are welcome as well : rabbits, cats, hamsters etc. and I have a bedroom all for them- no dogs allowed in that large room. I also care for houseplants so ask me about a tht if interested.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Athena C. would like to know about your pet

Is the dog good with other animals? Is the dog housebroken? Does the dog have any fears that I need to be aware of? Does the dog get into things (trash, cupboards etc.)? When was date of last flea treatment? Vaccinations current? I love all dogs, but grew up with large ones so they hold a special place in my heart. Must be on flea control. I like everyone to be well groomed, so let me know if you’d like to add a bath.

A typical day

There are several beaches I go to in my area, as well as hiking in the hills, and of course the dog parks - both fenced and open. Fetch, tug and tummy rubs are just the beginning. Outings will only be for repeat clients or on overnight stays.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
House Sitting
in your home
$125per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$33per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$69per day

Athena can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Athena can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work from home so I’m able to spend alot of time keeping your babies happy and feeling safe at my home. With a flexible schedule I have the ability to accept animals needing care with very short notice. Daycare starts 8-8:39-6ishpm Boarding drop off anytime pickup is am of final day * ROVER HAS RECENTLY ADDED 25% fee on top of all services, which they keep. Please let me know what you need and your budget and I’m willing to work out a mixture of services to fit all budgets. Drop ins vary Cat care varies depending on my house or yours, but is in addition to the cost of housesitting if you’d like me to spend nights at your place Housesitting $150 a night Plant care varies

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SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a month ago
Athena can host up to 5 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Athena C.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 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

Animals adore my house and usually make themselves at home right away. They will be very happy here! Your babies will have full, but supervised, access to the interior house, my lovely,sunny back deck in my fully fenced-in backyard/ garden; and the front fully fenced garden if I’m up there. There’s plenty of space inside my home for your babies to bring their own bedding and/or crate if they use one and whatever else they’d like to feel at home in my home. I do work from home and will be their constant companion so they will feel safe, happy and engaged. Weather and dog permitting (repeat) boarders may hit the beach or a park for a game of fetch with me and my doggie.. or go tromping in the hills. I never let new dogs off leash outside or in places where outside dogs may be. I’m very cautious with all the animals I care for - tiny to mammoth. They must have recent flea/tick meds, current vacc records and I need their behavior triggers and commands, and get along with everyone in order to go on outings. I have a 20 yr old kitty whose part of the pack, but mostly sleeps these days. I will be with them at ALL times and the doggies typically end up trailing me around the house as I work from home, or work in the garden. Daycare dogs and new clients must remain in my eye sight until we know each other well before going on outings. Indoor potty accidents or destruction is an additional fee depending on what happened. Early or late pick up or drop offs have a small fee depending on length of additional time. Overnight stays can be dropped anytime, but pickup up is in the am of the final day of stay. Late stays/ addition time will have a daycare rate fee added at the end of stay. I’m happy to work with your budget and offer special discounted rates for recurring daycare and boarders doggies. Other animals are welcome as well : rabbits, cats, hamsters etc. and I have a bedroom all for them- no dogs allowed in that large room. I also care for houseplants so ask me about a tht if interested.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Athena C. would like to know about your pet

Is the dog good with other animals? Is the dog housebroken? Does the dog have any fears that I need to be aware of? Does the dog get into things (trash, cupboards etc.)? When was date of last flea treatment? Vaccinations current? I love all dogs, but grew up with large ones so they hold a special place in my heart. Must be on flea control. I like everyone to be well groomed, so let me know if you’d like to add a bath.

A typical day

There are several beaches I go to in my area, as well as hiking in the hills, and of course the dog parks - both fenced and open. Fetch, tug and tummy rubs are just the beginning. Outings will only be for repeat clients or on overnight stays.

Location

Oakland, CA

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Athena C.

Oakland, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews