Dena N.
Williamsville, NY
Personalized dog care! ❤️
Pet care experience
Use code “DENAN64378” to get $20 off your first booking with me on Rover: Welcome to my page! I’m excited to meet you and your dog! I offer a customized experience for your dog(s)! Traditional boarding facilities can be very stressful for your fur baby, but here they feel right at home! My goal is to provide each pet with a personalized experience. I’ve worked with dogs for 15+ years. My dream of having my own dog came true when I turned 19 years old! I’m now 35 years old with a ton of unique experience. I have a passion for rescuing dogs in high kill shelters or puppy mills. Through several local rescues in my area, I foster (for days or sometimes months) until I find them the perfect home. I’ve rescued more dogs & puppy litters than I can count! It’s a huge undertaking but the love and joy they bring to our home is very rewarding. I’ve learned how to decompress stressed dogs (or puppies) coming from brutal situations. After I’ve worked with them, they’re thriving and ready for adoption! I worked with PALLS, a nonprofit organization in Columbia SC, that trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. After certified training, I was assigned to a dog to continue “in home training”. In-home training prepared the dog(s) for specific tasks and eventually graduation. My own dog crossed the rainbow bridge after 14 years. To fill the void, my family and I enjoy caring for others in her memory. She’s the reason I do what I do. When your dog is with me, it’s just like home! I make them comfortable, loved, and cared for as if they were mine. I look forward to helping more dogs have a wonderful experience in my care. Please read requirements and what’s included in my service, let me know if you have any questions or if we can work together to customize your service. Boarding: I take one dog at a time, unless dogs live in the same home, I can take up to three. Drop off time: 8-9am Pick up time: 4-6pm *Early drop off or late pickup can be discussed during meet and greet, before booking (additional cost may apply). What’s Included: Daily 30-60 minute walk Enrichment play, 30 minutes or more One on one interaction and care Entire house to explore Medical needs (if needed) Light grooming and washing Daily picture / video updates Able to contact me with timely response I offer drop off / pick up rides within 8 mile radius ($15 add on) I live very close to the Buffalo airport, convenient for traveling. Fenced in yard for play and potty Requirements for boarding: Must be over night crate trained Must be fully potty trained and able to signal to go outside. Younger puppies can be accommodated during the meet and greet. Must get along with children Must not be an excessive barker Doggy Daycare requirement: Drop off 8-9am pick up 4-6pm *Early drop off or late pickup can be discussed during meet and greet, before booking (additional cost may apply). Must be crate trained Must be potty trained Must not jump on children or countertops Includes: Individual attention and reliable care Light grooming and wash (from any mud) 30 minute walk 30 minute enrichment training Can administer medication Photo or video updates Able to contact me anytime with excellent communication Access to the entire house and couch Drop in: Includes 30 minute check in Feed, water, potty, play 60 minute drop in includes Feed, water, potty, play, and walk.
Reviews
Dena was wonderful with my dog and very communicative.
Thank you so much Dena!! This was our first time trying an in-home pet-sitter and beforehand I was a bit anxious, but it worked out so well. Our doggies loved her, and we knew while we were away that they were in great hands! Thanks again!!
We now call Dena, Aunt Dena, because for the short 8 weeks we were in Buffalo for work she and her family became Goose’s family. I can not say enough kind things about her and her family, all around great people and caretakers. I am positive that Goose misses his friends in Buffalo, I know I do, and hope to one day be back to visit. I am so thankful for all the time, commitment, and love she put into Goose.
Frank had the best time with Dena! She has a very nice family/home with a fenced in yard for him to run wild (he must have had a fun week because he fell right asleep when we got home) I most appreciate Dena's patience with Frank's puppy tendencies and attention to his bulldogs needs. I will definitely be messaging Dena for future pup sitting :)
About Dena N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am conveniently located near the airport for travel. I live in a wonderful, safe area. I have a fenced in yard perfect for playing fetch and bathroom. Over the years of rescuing, I’ve had dogs that are flight risk or medical needs and I’ve always been able to provide a safe and trusted environment. My home is kept simple and extremely clean at all times.
Home
Information Dena N. would like to know about your pet
Meet and greet before booking are encouraged and preferred. The only dogs I do not currently accept are those not fully and completely potty trained, (exceptions for puppies under 6 months), as well as dogs with excessive barking, excessive jumping on children and countertops. All dogs must be crate trained.
A typical day
Boarding / daycare 8:00am wake time / Potty 8:30am Breakfast 9:00-10:00am playtime 10:00-11:00am rest time 11:30am potty and play 2:30pm walk 3:30pm light grooming 4:00pm rest 5:00pm dinner and play 6:00pm potty and enrichment game 8:00pm quiet time 11:00pm potty and bed
Services
Dena can host
Dena can watch in your home
Availability
Please read information listed in profile for specific details, requirements, and hours of service. I work from home and homeschool. I’m extremely attentive and caring. Each dogs stay is customized to their needs. My husband also loves dogs, so when they’re here, they’re truly treated like family. I give families peace of mind knowing their fur baby will receive top notch love and care.
About Dena N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am conveniently located near the airport for travel. I live in a wonderful, safe area. I have a fenced in yard perfect for playing fetch and bathroom. Over the years of rescuing, I’ve had dogs that are flight risk or medical needs and I’ve always been able to provide a safe and trusted environment. My home is kept simple and extremely clean at all times.
Home
Information Dena N. would like to know about your pet
Meet and greet before booking are encouraged and preferred. The only dogs I do not currently accept are those not fully and completely potty trained, (exceptions for puppies under 6 months), as well as dogs with excessive barking, excessive jumping on children and countertops. All dogs must be crate trained.
A typical day
Boarding / daycare 8:00am wake time / Potty 8:30am Breakfast 9:00-10:00am playtime 10:00-11:00am rest time 11:30am potty and play 2:30pm walk 3:30pm light grooming 4:00pm rest 5:00pm dinner and play 6:00pm potty and enrichment game 8:00pm quiet time 11:00pm potty and bed
Location
Williamsville, NY
Pets
Dena N.
Williamsville, NY