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Dawn W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
56 repeat clients
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Dawn W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
56 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Animals are part of a family!

I believe that dogs and cats deserve love and attention just like other family members. When their owners are gone they need adequate care and attention to help them feel secure. I grew up with dogs and a cat - currently own a large dog and senior cat, both rescued from the SPCA. I also foster dogs for K9 Angels. In addition, one of my children is in FFA and we have raised chickens and pigs!

Qualifications

56 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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209 ratings
Michael G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 20, 2026

Dawn is our go to person for boarding or drop ins. Highly recommended because she is trust worthy and great to work with.

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Sarah S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2026

Super communicative and clearly cares about animals. I could rest easy knowing Dawn was stopping in to watch my cats each day. Thank you Dawn - you are the best.

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Warren A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2026

Always stellar service

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Aaron H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 04, 2026

Dawn was great, provided pictures, and communicated well!

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Alyson E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 26, 2026

We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Dawn. We found ourselves in a difficult situation and needed care for our pet on very short notice, and she stepped in without hesitation. From the very beginning, she went above and beyond to help both us and our animal, making an incredibly stressful situation so much easier. What stood out most was how genuinely caring and compassionate she is. It was obvious that she doesn’t do this simply as a job—she truly loves animals and treats them as if they were her own. She went out of her way in so many ways to make sure our pet was comfortable, happy, and well cared for, and we always felt completely at ease knowing they were with her. One of the sweetest things she did was buy toys for our new kitten completely out of her own kindness. That thoughtful gesture meant so much to us and perfectly reflects the type of person she is. We are incredibly grateful for everything she did and would trust her with our pet again without hesitation. If you’re looking for someone who is reliable, compassionate, communicative, and truly invested in the well-being of the animals she cares for, we wholeheartedly recommend her! Thank you endlessly, Dawn!!

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Michael G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 05, 2026

Dawn takes great care of our old dog Buddy. She is responsive and easy to work with. Highly recommended for boarding.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time but have a flexible job that allows me to be available to check on animals as needed for attention, feedings and walks.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

The care I provide will be determined by the instructions left by the client. I believe in following all rules and schedules set by client.

Pets

A typical day

Each animal is different! Some animals are lap dogs/cats that want to curl up on you and want to be petted and loved on. Others have a ton of energy and need the extra walking time and more time throwing a ball in the backyard to burn some energy. I believe you can determine the animal’s personality shortly after meeting them and decide what is best after reading the owner’s instructions. I enjoy walking in neighborhoods around my house and we also have a park across the street.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Dawn can host up to 1 pet per night
I like to know more about a dog’s personality and any insecurities they might have. Does the postman make them have anxiety? Are they afraid of loud noises or thunderstorms. Insecurities can affect their personality and moods!
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.