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Charlene M.

Alameda, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
282 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Charlene can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat

Charlene 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

What to expect during your pet’s stay here: DOGS: LARGE FENCED BACKYARD: - I have a large double-fenced backyard for your dog to play, exercise, sunbathe, and relax. There is also a shaded area to cool off and air-conditioning inside the house! SAFETY & SUPERVISION: - I do not accept aggressive or sick dogs for the safety of our pups. - All pups must be fully vaccinated and on flea preventative prior to their stay. - I have doggy cameras to check on the pups whenever needed. - Dog-proofed rooms and doggy gates provided however needed.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Charlene M.

Communication

180 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

*Rates fluctuate depending on slow/busy days and holiday demand. Please feel free to let me know how I can best care for your pet. Thank you! :)

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Charlene M. would like to know about your pet

BOARDING/DAYCARE QUESTIONNAIRE: 1. Is your pet vaccinated and on flea preventative? 2. Does your pet get along with other dogs? 3. Any attentive behaviors I should know? (Marking/separation anxiety/food aggression/toy guarding/destructive behavior/etc) 4. Feeding schedule and portions? 5. Is your pet being treated with medication? If so, please provide instructions for care if needed.

A typical day

Pups will be let out in the backyard to potty and play in the morning, afternoon, and evening with breaks in between. Walks outside the yard are not part of daily routine. There are plenty of dog beds for your pet to choose from unless they prefer a crate.

Location

Alameda, CA

Charlene M.'s Neighborhood

Experienced full-time petsitter!

Pet care experience

Hi, my name is Charlene! I am an experienced pet sitter and have been pet sitting full-time for 5 years. If I ever need assistance, my partner (who is also an experienced petsitter on Rover) and my assistant are here to help. I have personally cared for 100+ pets and worked with a variety of breeds, age, and different temperaments. A bit of my background: Before I started petsitting, I was a veterinary technician and my goal was to be a veterinarian. However my experience witnessing surgery and often seeing pets at their worst made me decide the field was not for me. I am so happy I discovered pet sitting as an alternative where I can provide attention and care for animals without the surgical aspect! Seeing them happy makes me happy and feels so rewarding. I appreciate my experience working as a vet tech because it helped me gain more experience caring for animals and administering medications when needed. I have also previously raised charity and volunteered at my local animal shelter to help foster stray animals but am no longer active due to my busy petsitting schedule. PROMO CODE $20 OFF: CHARLM80951 Please make sure to apply code before finalizing booking! (First time Rover users only)

Cat care experience

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Experienced full-time meowsitter!

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

Reviews

Willow J.
Boarding • Jul 21, 2026
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Punctual, communicative, and very nice. Highly recommend!

Clarks
Boarding • Jul 16, 2026
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Ellie enjoyed her 3-night stay! We received updates throughout the visit. They stay on property which worked for our needs and made us confident she would stay safe during a short stay. We would book again.

Diana L.
Boarding • Jul 15, 2026
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We had a wonderful experience with Charlene. She was able to accommodate our last minute booking request which we really appreciated. She sent us daily updates and adorable pictures. It was clear that our kitties were well cared for and received plenty of attention. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and communicative pet sitter! Thank you so much again!

Erin E.
Boarding • Jun 16, 2026
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Will definitely be taking my pups back! I got lots of thorough updates which made traveling that much easier.

About Charlene M.

Communication

180 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

*Rates fluctuate depending on slow/busy days and holiday demand. Please feel free to let me know how I can best care for your pet. Thank you! :)

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Charlene M. would like to know about your pet

BOARDING/DAYCARE QUESTIONNAIRE: 1. Is your pet vaccinated and on flea preventative? 2. Does your pet get along with other dogs? 3. Any attentive behaviors I should know? (Marking/separation anxiety/food aggression/toy guarding/destructive behavior/etc) 4. Feeding schedule and portions? 5. Is your pet being treated with medication? If so, please provide instructions for care if needed.

A typical day

Pups will be let out in the backyard to potty and play in the morning, afternoon, and evening with breaks in between. Walks outside the yard are not part of daily routine. There are plenty of dog beds for your pet to choose from unless they prefer a crate.

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Charlene M.

Alameda, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
282 reviews