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Candace W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Candace W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Palm Desert, CA

Contact for House Sitting

$154 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
49 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

PRIVATE, PERSONALIZED PET CARE

I provide personalized attentive care for dogs with both private boarding in my home and house sitting in yours. For boarding, your dog stays as my only guest in my quiet private home-an alternative to kennels, commercial facilities, and high volume boarding. For house sitting, I care for your dog in the comfort and familiarity of your own home while respecting your routines, property, and privacy. I maintain established feeding, walking, sleeping, and medication schedules and provide regular communication while you are away and always mindful of your time. I have a lifetime of hands-on experience caring for animals and bring a calm, dependable approach to every stay. My focus is simple: individualized attention, consistency, safety, and the reassurance of knowing your dog-and your home- are being cared for thoughtfully.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
49 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Safety, trust & environment

ENVIRONMENT Because your dog is my only boarding guest and I can pay close attention to the small things - its normal routines, appetite, energy, behavior, sleeping preferences and the signals that tell me whether it is completely comfortable and settled. Feeding, walking, medication and other established routines are followed carefully and consistently.

Ratings and reviews

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Sheryl M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 30, 2026

Candace was very attentive to the specific needs of my dog. Her place was perfect for his needs. Sheis a very warm and loving person. My dog saw her as a member of the family.

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Melanie P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 17, 2026

Candace did a great job with our litlle Lucy!

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Matt F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 04, 2026

Candace was great and Baylor enjoyed her stay. I highly recommend!

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Tarryl B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 20, 2026

Absolutely the best. I have a difficult dog, and Candace was extremely confident and loving with her. I have full peace of mind when she's watching my dog. Thank you Candace!

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Schedule

SCHEDULE I currently enjoy a fully flexible schedule, making me available whenever you need me most — including last minute requests, weekends, and holidays if I am available. Whether you need recurring visits or spontaneous coverage, I am ready and happy to help.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Candace can host up to 1 pet per night
CAREFUL ATTENTION You know your pet best and I want to know all about their preferences, quirks, and personalities so I can adjust my care to the well-being of their natural behavior. Pets feel safe and secure knowing the person caring for them is calm and reassuring. I only take pets that can be left unattended in my home for two to three hours if need be. If your pet cannot be left unattended, I suggest a sitter who has that level of flexibility in their schedule.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.