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Denise S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 repeat clients
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Denise S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
38 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

Denise has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
26 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Professional Pet Sitting

Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a health care professional, a part time dental hygienist. I consider pet sitting a career as well. My yard is privacy fenced ( 6' ) completely . 100 % safe and secure. The neighborhood , Twin Lakes, is safe and secure with many pet friendly residents. It is important to me to have a clean home, and I enjoy keeping it that way. My house is small , the floors are tile and laminate , so " it's all OK " if there is an accident. I do not get upset, I keep a clean home because I love a clean home :). I am a compassionate person, educated, intelligent... :), I possess morals and ethics. I do not have drug or alcohol issues. I live alone with my three small dogs and sweet cats. I give my time to animal welfare . I am very active in our local rescue S.A.F.E. of N.E. Florida, via fostering and fundraising. Saving dogs and cats from euthanasia, suffering, abuse, neglect....... is my passion. YOUR pet..... My priority is your furbaby. I follow your instructions and communicate with you in any manner you wish to let you know your dog(s) are doing well. I love dogs and truly enjoy "hosting" . * Please refer to my reviews All dogs are allowed on the furniture if they wish, I have clean soft plush dog beds throughout the living area , and if they desire they can climb in the human bed at night too. Sometimes a small breed likes the security of bed if that is what they are used to.. I have crates of various sizes if you ask your pet to be crated at specific times/reasons. I only accept DOG FRIENDLY , CAT FRIENDLY dogs. I request clean, parasite free, no worms, fleas, ticks etc. * so far none of this has ever been an issue. I am so lucky to have hosted spoiled, loved well cared for babies, A docile, loving, sweet, gentle mannered dog.....age no matter. (My family showed obedience dogs for 30+ years , my experience with dogs of all breeds is vast ) I accept long term jobs as well as a weekend while you may visit beautiful St. Augustine. My dogs are current on vaccinations, bordatella and flu vaccine. I suggest you have your dog well inoculated with same several weeks before you plan your visit. I'm a firm believer in the canine flu vaccine ,it saves lives. My dogs are clean and parasite free and professionally groomed , my point being is outstanding love and care. My dogs are my four legged children and I will treat your pet the exact same. Please feel free to ask any questions. *PLEASE NOTE: "$25.00 a night" is an ESTIMATE. I base each quote on an individual hostess basis. In general, longer term vacations ( 3+ weeks) are at lower fee, some short stays are a higher fee. * Very short stays I may price higher, such as 2-4 days. I may raise the fee due to size of dog and exercise requirements. I do not charge extra for giving medications or insulin. I may charge a LOWER price if you are facing a hardship or severe illness and need care for your pet .I may charge a higher fee if it involves a holiday. I thank you for our understanding. You can always accept or decline my custom quote, and it is always open to discussion. * Denise

Qualifications

38 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
26 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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101 ratings
Lisa G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 20, 2026

Denise is very caring and very knowledgeable about small dogs, we didn't give her a whole lot of notice, and she watched my fur baby!! Thanks again Denise for loving our Duke‼️‼️‼️❤️

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Lisa G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 10, 2026

So happy for our Duke, Denise took good care of him and he even made friends!! Thanks so much Denise!!

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Lesa S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026

This was Abby and Charlie’s 2nd visit. They were well cared for and happy. Thank you!!

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Heather B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 19, 2026

Denise was an awesome communicator about my dog and what he was doing. I really appreciate that.

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Lesa S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026

My Abby and Charlie loved Denise. She is now on my list of sitters to use in St Augustine.

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Cristal M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 12, 2026

Denise was so great with caring for my little dog Princess. I was able to relax on my trip, knowing that my dog was in really good hands and being cared for in the best way I would recommend Denise to anybody needing doggy daycare.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Denise can host up to 2 pets per night
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