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Dana A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
71 repeat clients
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Dana A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
71 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $48 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
40 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving pet care giver for hire.

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.

Qualifications

71 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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139 ratings
Autumn K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 28, 2026

Dana was great with my two anxious little dogs. She kept me updated on how they were doing throughout the stay, and they did really well with her. I will for sure be using her again!

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Dan M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 27, 2026

She was very parient and caring with our fearful pup. Will use her again!

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Jenna H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026

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.

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Nicki C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 03, 2026

Dana has a GREAT boarding set up. 100% recommend for day and/or night boarding.

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Nancy J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 20, 2026

Dana does a great job taking care of my cat. I have used her services multiple times.

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Loretta C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 16, 2026

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.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Pets

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.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Dana can host up to 4 pets per night
For dog boarding, I require a meet and greet. I may also require an overnight trial before agreeing to a vacation stay.
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.