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Denise S.

DUNEDIN, FL

4.9 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
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Denise can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Denise can care for

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

Availability

I'm retired so home most of the day so we get to play and cuddle most of the daytime and night. It's up to them where they want to sleep.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Denise S.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 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

Padlocks on gates. Safety is my number one priority. I worked many years in animal shelters and as a trainer and know exactly how to keep them from getting out and lost.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced 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 Denise S. would like to know about your pet

Unfortunately I would rather not take a dog with severe separation anxiety or any kind of destructive behavior like chewing furniture. I can crate train if needed for younger dogs.

A typical day

Swim, parks, honeymoon island. All kinds if fun things to do around here. We have the pinnellas trail and lots of parks around although they will always be leashed.

Location

DUNEDIN, FL

Denise S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Englishtrainer- boarding

Pet care experience

Please read through all of my profile before submitting a request as I have specifications that your dogs may or may not meet. I am a semi retired certified dog trainer and have been training and boarding for 20 yrs. I worked closely with rescues and animal shelters and was training director for a shelter in southern California. I require a mandatory meet and greet before accepting new dogs, but there could be an odd exception. I generally only take one dog at a time there could be an exception which we would discuss beforehand. I am rarely gone for more than two hours at a time. All adult dogs must be spayed/ neutered.. My Border collie mix is a playful boy but is also respectful of older dogs who dont want to play. I have a pool. During the day, so your dog will be supervised when outside. I am happy to work on training while boarding if you wish. Thanks, and I look forward to meeting your kids! NOTE: I no longer take in bull breeds or mixes of the breed.

Reviews

Daniela W.
Doggy Day Care • May 31, 2026
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Just what we've been hoping to find—a caring, knowledgeable sitter and a friendly doggy companion for our Sammy to play with.

Kevin G.
Boarding • Feb 14, 2026
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Higly Informed on dog temperment, training, and health.

Cassie S.
Boarding • Oct 20, 2025
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Luna had the best time at Denise and her sweet doggie Frankie’s home! She has the perfect fenced in yard for the dogs to play and they are never left outside alone. She also makes sure the gates are locked for safety. Denise sent photos throughout the stay and kept in touch frequently. I can’t wait for Luna to return! Thank you Denise and Frankie

Ann W.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 09, 2025
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Fabulous week for Juno our Alaskan Husky mix! She was so settled and happy with Denise and her Border Collie Frankie! Such peace of mind knowing Juno was in good hands and happy. Denise is a wonderful person. She understands dogs and she totally gets dog owners worries too. Would not hesitate to use her again!

About Denise S.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 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

Padlocks on gates. Safety is my number one priority. I worked many years in animal shelters and as a trainer and know exactly how to keep them from getting out and lost.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced 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 Denise S. would like to know about your pet

Unfortunately I would rather not take a dog with severe separation anxiety or any kind of destructive behavior like chewing furniture. I can crate train if needed for younger dogs.

A typical day

Swim, parks, honeymoon island. All kinds if fun things to do around here. We have the pinnellas trail and lots of parks around although they will always be leashed.

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Denise S.

DUNEDIN, FL

4.9 out of 5 stars
31 reviews