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Denise F.

Honolulu, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
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* RELIABLE * FULLTIME * FLEXIBLE *

Pet care experience

*** Back in town! Unfortunately I am no longer boarding since I’m in an apartment & its no fun without the space & yard. But I am still open for sittings, daycare (if needed but in your home), drop-ins & walks. For sittings, I am currently only talking repeat clients and referrals as to not overbook. Meet ups are mandatory & always free so that we can get to know each other & see if we are compatible. I am fully vaccinated/boostered by choice for the safety/well-being of my loved ones & those around me. *** I started on Rover in 2018 because I became fortunate/blessed to be at a point in my life where I could do what I loved… which is being around animals, especially dogs (but not in a shelter environment). This "job" is what I do 24/7 so I am available fulltime & completely dedicated to their care. I’ve been around dogs since I was little & learned the proper way to interact/care for them from dog schools, shelters & lots of personal/hands-on experience. I am still always observing & learning being around a variety of breeds, ages, sizes & personalities. I’ve owned dogs as large as a pit bull to as small as a Pomeranian and have sat for puppies from 7 weeks to seniors at 17 yrs. I also have prior cat experience & raised a kitten that we had found. I know how difficult it is to leave your furbabies in the hands of someone else, but I will absolutely love & care for them as my own. Prior & still to this day, I have doggy sat for many friends & family on repeated occasions. They know my love for dogs, the ability to understand what is needed & adapt to sudden situation changes (like toxic jetfuel water with no tap water usage). I do have a 13yr old senior neutered Pomeranian named "Tanuki". He has never been the typical hyper, yappy stereotype that is carried with that breed. He is very mellow & just chills. He has also been around rescues that have a hard time adjusting to others. If you need me to do dog sitting or day care, our furbabies need to meet up as well since he is always with me as my ESA. With him around, if I step out to do a walk/drop-in, your furbaby will never be fully alone.

Reviews

Mikio S.
Dog Walking • Oct 08, 2023
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Denise was a true professional. Prompt, responsive and couldn't ask for more. Mahina loved her.

Osian M.
Dog Walking • May 11, 2022
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Awesome, Friendly, Dependable and Efficient Dog Walker! Thank you so much Denise! ??

Evan & Yixin O.
Dog Walking • May 06, 2022
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Denise is a great help with walking our dog Coco. She’s reliable and communicative and we feel totally comfortable trusting her with our pet.

Katie B.
House Sitting • Aug 21, 2021
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Denise is fantastic about daily updates, follows all requests for how to take care of my fur babies, and is very respectful of my home. I am so grateful to have her caring for my pups when I have to be away! She and Tanuki are always welcome visitors in our home!

About Denise F.

Communication

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

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I like to ask clients to write down their normal schedule, morning till night… including walks, potty time, feeding & medications (if needed). "Helicopter parenting" is what some call it, but I like keeping them on the same routine so there is no drastic change. I am also a firm believer in no people food… carrot/broccoli type treats are okay if that is what they are used to. Your home will be left clean, in the condition that you had it. I will take care of any additional needs (mail, trash, watering plants, feeding fish, birds or chinchillas, adapting to refrigerator break downs & receiving special deliveries). Proud to be born & raised here so please help support local! Mahalo!

Information Denise F. would like to know about your pet

• I would like to know of any health/personal habits they have? • Their normal daily/feeding/trick/treat/bathroom routine? • Is your fur baby up to date with annual checkups, shots and flea/tick/heartworm protection? • The name and number of the vet that they see. Again, writing down your daily routine will help me keep your furbaby on schedule while you are away.

A typical day

I love Mother Nature & also an avid hiker, so leisure strolls or hikes are a necessity to my life. My first dog did not like going on walks but she was more than happy with backyard time. So whatever activity suits your dog & makes them happy is what we will do. I do NOT let dogs off leash outside unless at home or at a secure dog park. I’ve endured unfortunately events on walks due to another dog not being on leash. There are also unsupervised hunting dog packs that pose a lot of danger to dogs on hikes not in their pack.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Denise can watch in your home

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

Availability

I have regular clients that I walk Monday - Friday down Windward side normally between 10-12. So if I am sitting for you, that would typically be the only times I would be stepping out.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a year ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Denise F.

Communication

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

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I like to ask clients to write down their normal schedule, morning till night… including walks, potty time, feeding & medications (if needed). "Helicopter parenting" is what some call it, but I like keeping them on the same routine so there is no drastic change. I am also a firm believer in no people food… carrot/broccoli type treats are okay if that is what they are used to. Your home will be left clean, in the condition that you had it. I will take care of any additional needs (mail, trash, watering plants, feeding fish, birds or chinchillas, adapting to refrigerator break downs & receiving special deliveries). Proud to be born & raised here so please help support local! Mahalo!

Information Denise F. would like to know about your pet

• I would like to know of any health/personal habits they have? • Their normal daily/feeding/trick/treat/bathroom routine? • Is your fur baby up to date with annual checkups, shots and flea/tick/heartworm protection? • The name and number of the vet that they see. Again, writing down your daily routine will help me keep your furbaby on schedule while you are away.

A typical day

I love Mother Nature & also an avid hiker, so leisure strolls or hikes are a necessity to my life. My first dog did not like going on walks but she was more than happy with backyard time. So whatever activity suits your dog & makes them happy is what we will do. I do NOT let dogs off leash outside unless at home or at a secure dog park. I’ve endured unfortunately events on walks due to another dog not being on leash. There are also unsupervised hunting dog packs that pose a lot of danger to dogs on hikes not in their pack.

Location

Honolulu, HI

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Denise F.

Honolulu, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews