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Dena M.

South Of Market, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Dena can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Dena can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work for myself so my schedule is WFH 4 days per week and one day i work outside the home (Thursday) and will be away for 6 hrs.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Dena M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs in my care get at least 3–4 potty breaks a day and a long outdoor walk or play session (1.5–2.5 hours) at a park.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dena M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about their routine, favorite activities, and what things I should know. For example leash reactivity, separation anxiety, reactivity to other dogs, scenarios to avoid, a favorite toy they can’t live without. Also, if they have any dietary restrictions or medical needs, I want to make sure they get the best care possible.

A typical day

Mornings start with a walk and breakfast. Afternoons are for naps, toys, or hanging out with me while I work. Midday, we head to a park for a longer walk, play fetch, or explore a hiking trail. Evenings include another walk and some treats before winding down for the night.

Location

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Dena M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Your pet’s second favorite human

Pet care experience

NEW PETS ACCEPTANCE RATE: 90% Experienced with all sorts of dogs, from fostering to having a reactive dog that was scared of life. This made me learn a lot about how important early socialization is! My current dog joined me at 8 weeks (hes 8 yrs now), and I put a lot of work into giving him lots of different experiences so he's got good social manners. Since he sleeps a lot (lol), getting his energy out and keeping his days interesting are important priorities (a tired dog is a happy dog). This means we get lots of outdoor time: parks, fetch, hikes, the beach, or long walks. Adding another dog or two to our little pack just makes it better. If I watch your dog at least 4+ days, I’ll send you a fun 2–3 minute video recap of your dog’s time here. Dog and Cat CPR certified. I also carry my own pet-sitting insurance.

Reviews

Ting-Ting L.
Boarding • May 20, 2026
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Dena is so great and consistently easy to work with. We are repeat customers and my pup always comes back happy and relaxed!

Ivan S.
Doggy Day Care • May 05, 2026
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Dena was great; she responded to a last minute booking with great professionalism. Highly recommended

Ronak G.
Boarding • May 01, 2026
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Dena took such good care of Yuzu! We felt at peace knowing she was well looked after & got all the play she could get (though she'll always demand more).

Daniel L.
Boarding • Apr 25, 2026
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Pickle always has a great time with Dena!

About Dena M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs in my care get at least 3–4 potty breaks a day and a long outdoor walk or play session (1.5–2.5 hours) at a park.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dena M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know about their routine, favorite activities, and what things I should know. For example leash reactivity, separation anxiety, reactivity to other dogs, scenarios to avoid, a favorite toy they can’t live without. Also, if they have any dietary restrictions or medical needs, I want to make sure they get the best care possible.

A typical day

Mornings start with a walk and breakfast. Afternoons are for naps, toys, or hanging out with me while I work. Midday, we head to a park for a longer walk, play fetch, or explore a hiking trail. Evenings include another walk and some treats before winding down for the night.

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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Dena M.

South Of Market, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews