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Atina A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Atina A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Atina has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Senior Pet Friendly Home

I am a dedicated animal advocate that loves caring for the shy, "difficult", cuddle bug, senior variety. We are a "Senior household" and welcome medical needs and fur babies that require a little more attention. We currently have one tabby cat (he was a stray), a rescue senior Pit Bull, a rescue senior Beagle mix and a rescue senior Chihuahua. We have had multiple rescue senior Chihuahuas, a miniature Poodle, a Boston Terrier and a foster senior Maltese. These rainbow bridge fur babies will always have a place in our pack. I am no stranger to administering medications (2 of my previous chihuahuas had chronic eye issues that required multiple eye drops and gel be administered every day-sometimes up to 3 times a day). Many of our fosters come to us with ear issues and I can administer ear drops and use ear flush multiple times a day if necessary. I have experience with congestive heart failure, kidney disease, UTI care, incontinence, mobility issues Heartworm + and Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (canine dementia). I have worked in the operating room for 16 years and I am very comfortable with medications and measurements, etc. I currently work from home and have a pretty flexible schedule that allows for more potty breaks and mid morning/afternoon zoomie breaks. I have fostered boxers, beagles, seniors, strays, and many more. I have experience with oral medications, topical medications, ear drops, eye meds and I am VERY meticulous about medication schedules. We have a fenced in yard and a beautiful, quiet neighborhood to walk the fur babies around the historic Little River, SC Waterfront. My passion is helping the fur kids that are overlooked because they need a little more help. If your fur kids have special quirks or need a little extra time to get used to a new person in their routine, I have no problem helping them adapt to a new situation. Our household is quiet and relaxed full of lunch time sun bathing and daily couch naps...but not shy of the occasional "senior zoomie" session. We have pet steps, tons of toys and treats, blankets, pillows, crates (for free range "cave like" safe spots) and even floor blankets for the fur babies to "dig" in or drag around the house. I will love your little ones as if they are my own.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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27 ratings
Ragan W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 28, 2026

Atina was amazing! Aspyn, our 15w/o Mini Aussie is a ball of energy and needs lots of attention, so I had several questions and requests before booking. Atina delivered perfectly! I loved that Aspyn received one-on-one attention, playtime, daily walks, and socialization with her senior dogs while still sticking to her normal routine as much as possible. She accommodated everything I needed, and offered more, which I appreciated so much. From the moment I arrived and saw the setup she created for her “clients”, it was obvious she has truly found her calling and goes above and beyond for every fur baby in her care. The regular pictures and updates made being away so much easier. Aspyn will continue to go on vacation with us, but stay 15 minutes away with Atina. I highly recommend Atina for dogs of any age! Everyone needs a little Atina in their life!💜🐶✌🏼

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Tina S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 29, 2026

Very good communication & took very good care of my dog! Would highly recommend!

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Kelly G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 25, 2026

Aruba was very flexible. I was able to pick Layla up every day for walks. She even gave me a key

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pamela y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 07, 2026

Such a great experience! Atina was on time gave my sweet Ellie great walks and communication was fabulous! Will use again- highly recommend.

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Sueanne D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 03, 2026

Atina was amazing with our pups! She treated like her open and kept in good touch with us throughout their stay. Would definitely use again! Thank you so much!😊

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Dan B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 02, 2026

Atina did a fantastic job caring for my pup (Violet)! Loved the updates and photos/videos… made me feel at ease leaving her alone at the house for an extended time. Violet really seemed to connect with Atina and upon my return I didn’t have the usual ‘fatigued’ dog I get when I board her. The whole experience was 5 stars! Thank you very much for the attention you gave her.

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Schedule

I work from home. I have a flexible schedule that supports the need for "more than usual" potty breaks or the need to administer medications on a strict schedule.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have rescued many different dog breeds over the years and have come to love each of their quirks. I mainly have experience with the senior population which comes with all the medications that they need for pain maintenance or conditions you are trying to maintain. We have a fenced in yard with lots of trees but we are ALWAYS monitoring when pets are outside. They are NEVER alone outside (even if they are on a lead). We have fostered many different ages and breeds over the last few years and have encountered the fearful, over confident, lack of leash training, etc. We have pet steps, open crates for alone time or we have the ability to completely separate your fur baby if that's what is needed.

Pets

A typical day

We have plenty of toys and balls for your little one to enjoy at their leisure. They can explore our large fenced in yard and have sun bathing sessions. Our quiet neighborhood is the perfect setting for leisurely walks.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Atina can host up to 2 pets per night
Are there any medical issues/concerns I need to be aware of? Is your fur baby on any medication? Does your fur baby have any mobility issues? Are there any stressors that we need to avoid? Is your fur baby reactive to other dogs or cats?
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