Charlene V.
Charlene V.
Contact for Boarding
from $50 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced Dog Mom Care
I’ve cared for dogs since age 12, worked alongside a professional trainer, and raised my own Pitbull and I am now raising a Havanese. Experienced with multiple breeds, puppies through seniors, I bring patience, structure, and genuine love. If you are new to Rover, use my code CHARLV18304, to get $20 OFF your first booking.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Charlene took great care of my Zoey! After a successful daycare session and trial overnight, I was at ease leaving Zoey with her for an extended period. She loves playing in her yard with her dog, Jack! Charlene made sure Zoey was comforted during the fireworks on the 4th and continued monitoring her for any signs of distress. She also tolerated Zoey digging in her garden (sorry!). Zoey loves being there and looks forward to going back! I highly recommend Charlene!!
Charlene took great care of our boy Simba. She was responsive, caring, and provided timely updates. Highly recommend.
Charlene was great with Cisco and patient when our flight was delayed several times.
I was extremely nervous about leaving my fur baby overnight for the first time, he’s never been away from my side. When I arrived at Charlene’s beautiful home and backyard, I became even more anxious, worried he might accidentally ruin something. But Charlene welcomed us with so much warmth that my pup ran straight to her, which he never does. She listened to all my concerns and reassured me that “dogs will be dogs,” and that everything can be washed. Her calm, loving energy immediately put me at ease. Throughout his stay, she was so attentive and even sent pictures and videos, which helped me relax. When I came to pick him up, he was happy to see me but he didn’t want to leave. That told me everything. Choosing Charlene was absolutely the right decision, and I’m so grateful for the care she gave my baby.
My wife came home one day carrying a 10‑year‑old Chihuahua with arthritis and the confidence of a retired mob boss. Meanwhile, our 6‑year‑old mini Schnauzer, Tramp, looked at me like, “You did this. Fix it.” For two days, Oliver acted like a fragile little angel. Then he settled in and immediately began bullying Tramp like he was collecting protection money. Enter Charlene—the dog whisperer, referee, and miracle worker. In just two sessions, she gave us the guidance and behavior fixes Oliver needed. Thanks to her, the boys are finally getting along, and our home is no longer a canine soap opera.
Charlene cared for my senior Pit Bull, Rocco, for several years, and I am incredibly grateful for the compassion and dedication she showed him. As Rocco got older, he developed incontinence issues and needed extra attention, patience, and care. Charlene never hesitated to help, whether it was checking in on him when I was working late, caring for him while I traveled, or cleaning up after accidents with kindness and understanding. She treated Rocco like he was her own dog and always made sure he was comfortable, safe, and loved. Her reliability gave me complete peace of mind during a stage of life when Rocco needed more support than ever. It takes a special person to care for a senior dog with such patience and genuine affection. I would highly recommend Charlene to anyone looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and compassionate pet caregiver.
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my routine. I maintain a flexible schedule while job searching, allowing me to provide reliable walks, drop-ins, feeding, playtime, and attentive companionship throughout the week.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I create a calm, secure environment by following each pet’s routine, monitoring behavior closely, and maintaining clean, pet-safe spaces. I communicate regularly with owners and prioritize safety, comfort, and consistency. I have fenced in yard and one friendly dog to keep your fur baby company. If needed I also have crates if your baby feels more comfortable in their own safe space.
Pets
A typical day
Fetch is my favorite game, I will stimulate your dogs physically and mentally. We'll play a bunch of games, check out all the new smells in the neighborhood and hang out at the local dog park.