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Dana A.

Lakewood, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
140 reviews
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Services

Dana can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Dana can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Dana A.

Communication

69 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dana A. would like to know about your pet

For dog boarding, I require a meet and greet. I may also require an overnight trial before agreeing to a vacation stay.

A typical day

I have a large, fenced backyard for playing. I also have a safe neighborhood to walk your pet. I live close to Fort Steilacoom park and am able to walk your dog there as well.

Location

Lakewood, WA

Dana A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Loving pet care giver for hire.

Pet care experience

I have 40 years experience caring for a wide variety of animals that includes cats, dogs, rodents, rabbits, snakes and ferrets and I have 2 dogs, 1 cat, 1 snake and 1 guinea pig of my own. I have 2 teenage children that are also pet lovers. I also have 5+ years fostering for Pierce County Humane Society in the past. Should you chose me to care for your pet, I will provide professional care and snuggles throughout their stay. Prior to caring for you pet we will discuss a customized plan of care depending on your pet's needs. Should I care for your pet in your home, I am conscientious, clean, and trustworthy. I look forward to caring for your pet. For pet stays in my home, proof of vaccines is required.

Reviews

Jenna H.
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026
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Dana was literally the best dog sitter anyone could ever have. I can’t rave enough about how amazing she and her family are. My dog had a spinal injury when she watched her and had to take many medications. Her beagle nose sniffed out the meds almost every time, but Dana was such a patient angel, she tried about 10 different things including cooking food (!!!!) to get our dog to take the meds. She carried her through the house so she wouldn’t slip on the hardwood portions and kept her activity restrictions to a T. You can tell how much she and her family love animals; she’ll probably care for your babies even better than you do! Seriously can’t sing her praises enough. Bring your animals to Dana, they won’t get better care anywhere else.

Nicki C.
Boarding • Jun 03, 2026
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Dana has a GREAT boarding set up. 100% recommend for day and/or night boarding.

Nancy J.
Drop-In Visits • May 20, 2026
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Dana does a great job taking care of my cat. I have used her services multiple times.

Loretta C.
Boarding • Apr 16, 2026
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Daina and her family were so nice to our two labradors. I know that they can sometimes be a handful especially when they want to take all your socks out in the backyard. Dana was patient with them and they seemed very happy and healthy when we returned from our week long trip.

About Dana A.

Communication

69 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dana A. would like to know about your pet

For dog boarding, I require a meet and greet. I may also require an overnight trial before agreeing to a vacation stay.

A typical day

I have a large, fenced backyard for playing. I also have a safe neighborhood to walk your pet. I live close to Fort Steilacoom park and am able to walk your dog there as well.

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.
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Dana A.

Lakewood, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
140 reviews