Dianne S.
Dianne S.
Contact for Boarding
from $75 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
❤️❤️ 1 Dog at a Time, Home 24/7❤️❤️
** SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY ** If you’re looking for a loving, responsible, and experienced dog sitter who will give your dog(s) plenty of care, attention, and affection, please read on! (Note: Non-serious inquiries that don’t lead to bookings can negatively impact sitters on Rover. 😢)
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Dianne exceeded my expectations. This was my first time using Rover, and I was apprehensive about leaving my dog with strangers. However, I decided to try it because my dog, Saffron, has been extremely stressed out when I've left her at her usual boarding facility. My worries were quickly put to ease when I met her and Judi during our Meet & Greet session, and again when I brought Saffron to their home yesterday. Right away, Saffron made herself queen of their domain, and I could tell she felt comfortable with them. I had no concerns about leaving her with them overnight. Dianne kept me updated on Saffron throughout the evening, sending both pictures and video, as well as text updates. Saffron enjoyed lots of walks, snuggling with them on the couch, and cuddling at night. When they say one of them is home 24/7, they mean it. They accommodated her small size and advanced age by placing foam stairs at their sofas and bed so she could whiz up and down. When I picked her up today, while she was happy to see me, she also continued to snuggle with them and prance around their home even while I was there. I could tell she bonded with them. I will bring her again soon for a week-long visit and have zero qualms about them watching Saffron again. Even though we had to make a long trek from our home to theirs (over an hour due to construction), it was worth it. I'd drive three hours each way to bring Saffron to them. This is so much better suited for her than boarding her in a kennel. She truly thrived in their care and was fully doted on.
Dianne and Judy took exceptional care of our dog, Koda. They truly treat her like family—more like beloved aunts than pet sitters. Koda has stayed with them about six times over the past two years, and every visit has been wonderful. They provide multiple walks throughout the day, along with plenty of individual attention, love, and affection. It’s clear how much they genuinely care about her well-being and happiness. During her most recent stay, Koda’s birthday fell while she was with them, and they went above and beyond—celebrating with custom dog treats, a party hat, and balloons. It meant so much to us to know she was so loved and celebrated even while we were away. We highly recommend Dianne and Judy to anyone looking for caring, attentive, and trustworthy pet sitters.
Dianne S. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.
Dianne and Judi are absolutely the best pet sitters anyone could hope for! Skylar once again very much enjoyed staying with them and was so well cared for. I cannot recommend them highly enough!
The “aunties” were so incredibly loving and kind with our goldendoodle, Murphy. He had so much fun! They sent pictures so I could see he was in good hands. They took time to explain their routines and I appreciated that they only care for one dog at a time. I could tell they genuinely loved my dog!
I was extremely happy with the care my dog received. I would highly recommend Dianne and Judy as they provided daily updates and pictures. It was obvious my dog was relaxed and happy in their care. I will definitely be using them for my next vacation.
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Schedule
ABOUT ME: I’ve spent my lifetime around animals. I grew up on a small farm with dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, geese, horses, and more. My family raised large dogs like German Shepherds, Irish Setters, and a Black Lab—all friendly and well-trained. My childhood was filled with adventures in nature, building hay forts, and catching frogs and fireflies. Fast forward 50 years, and I had my own small farm with chickens, turkeys, ducks, and beloved Cairn Terriers. For 33 years, we cared for three Cairn Terriers, including two littermates who brought us endless joy. Our last dog, who lived to be 16½ years old, passed away in June 2022, leaving us heartbroken and yearning for that connection with other dogs.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
WHY CHOOSE ME? • Experience: Over 50 years of caring for dogs and other animals. • Background: A nursing background equips me to handle aging or unwell pets with compassion and skill. • Full Attention: Without pets of our own right now, we’re able to shower your dog with undivided love and care. • Home Environment: A clean yet lived in, non-smoking home where your dog will feel safe and loved. • Exclusive Care: We only board one dog (or one family’s pets) at a time and are home nearly 24/7. • Daily Routine: Your dog will enjoy daily walks, playtime, and plenty of affection, love, and attention. We love what we do and we love dogs! Your dog will receive the same care and devotion we’ve given to our own beloved pets. We can’t wait to welcome your pet family member into our home and provide them with a safe, happy, and loving stay!
A typical day
A typical day starts with a short walk for potty time and breakfast, followed by affection throughout the day and another walk in the afternoon. In the evening, we enjoy cuddling with them on the couch, and after dinner, we usually go for a longer walk (up to 2 miles) and another quick walk before bedtime. Since we live in an apartment, all potty breaks are walks of varying lengths, depending on the weather, the dog’s energy and ours, and how well the dog behaves on a leash. Some dogs enjoy 2-3 longer walks (up to 2 miles each), while most get 2-3 walks about 1 mile each and brief potty outings in between. During an extended stay, we also brush them periodically, give them a little peanut butter treat, share popcorn with them on the couch (both, if allowed), and may brush their teeth, if safe to do so at no additional cost.