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Denise M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Denise M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Dog boarding/daycare/grooming!

30 years of taking care of my own dogs and cats. We have had almost every experience possible in that time. Our pets are well loved and taken care of. Would love to also take care of yours! We can also groom your dog while staying with us.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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5 ratings
Laureen B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2026

Denise is an excellent pup caregiver! She is knowledgeable about dog care and did execptionally well with our puppymill rescue Maggie who is usually very timid and shy. Maggie took to Denise right away and was kissing her hand and going to her for pets and ear rubs during our meet and greet. Maggie's tale was wagging in the update photos sent and she ate and took her meds without any issues. I highly recommend Denise and will definitely use her again!

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Holly S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 23, 2024

Denise was nice, responsive, and communicative. My pup really likes her :)

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Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 04, 2023

Our young dachshund absolutely LOVED Denise when he got to meet her. So glad she’s able to be our go-to care taker! We are very appreciative!

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Susan B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 21, 2023

Denise is amazing. She has 2 little dog and my little guy thought he was at fun doggie camp. She has a fantastic back yard with ramps for the little ones to run and play. Highly recommend!!

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Gina C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Nov 06, 2023

Denise is amazing! We love her and trust her with our pet!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Self employed. Absolutely flexible. I have the ability to give each pet personalized attention. Great neighborhood for long walks. Animals have free run of the house.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Fenced yard. Animals usually run free in home. Long walk per day. Can feed specialized diets and or give medications. Love older dogs who need a little more love.

Pets

A typical day

First off food and water. We go to large open areas where we can play on leash. We walk through wonderful tree lined areas of Downers Grove. We use lick pads, puzzles for additional stimulation times.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Denise can host up to 2 pets per night
Special foods- medications- ability to walk- use of steps etc Any specific behaviors to watch out for. Favorite things to do for fun. Where does the pet like to sleep.
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.