Charlene M.
Alameda, CA
Experienced full-time petsitter!
Pet care experience
Update Sept 2022: I am now petsitting FULL-TIME! Thank you to all my regulars and new clients for supporting me in doing what I love most ❤️ Hi, my name is Charlene! I am a full-time experienced pet sitter. I am the primary caretaker who will watch over your pet but if I ever need assistance, my partner Chai (who is also an experienced petsitter on Rover) is here to help. I have personally cared for over 200+ pets and worked with a variety of breeds, age, and different temperaments. My method of care is to work with your pet’s individual needs with the goal that they will feel happy and cared for here! 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 love, attention, and care for animals without the surgical aspect! Seeing animals at their happiest 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 I have also previously raised charity and volunteered at my local animal shelter to help foster stray kittens but am no longer active due to my busy petsitting schedule.
Reviews
Charlene is so wonderful! It was our dog Bean's first time being boarded and we were so nervous about it, but Charlene is such a calming and fun presence that Bean warmed to her right away, and had SO much fun with the other dogs that she was watching. Charlene is extremely professional and communicative (sent photos and videos of the pups having fun, plus updates on how he was doing). She definitely is a pro with dogs :) We're already booking another stay for Bean!
Charlene is AMAZING! She is extremely professional and great with my baby! She gives me updates of my baby with pictures and videos every day! I would highly recommend to all my friends and family!
This was our first time leaving our dog with someone else, and Charlene was great! Sent us pics of our little girl playing and having fun. We will definitely use her again!
Had the best of experience 💕
About Charlene M.
Communication
Skills
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! :)
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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.
Services
Charlene can host
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 dogs must be vaccinated and on flea preventative prior to their stay. - I have doggy cameras to check on the pups whenever needed - Doggy gates to minimize risk and uncomfortable situations - Dog-proofed rooms
About Charlene M.
Communication
Skills
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
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
Pets
Charlene M.
Alameda, CA