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Gene & Melina M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Gene & Melina M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$84 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Redwood hikes and cozy stay

I've been taking care of dogs and cats for years. I have a medium-sized dog that loves to make friends and a cat that keeps to herself. Please let me know if there's anything I can do to make you and your pets vacation amazing! I'm working from home with a very flexible schedule. I'm excited to take your dog on hikes (short or long depending on how active they are) on the trail in the redwoods right outside my house. I have an older dog that loves to make friends and will keep your dog company. I also have a shy cat that does her own thing and stays out of the way.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

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5 ratings
Erik H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Sep 21, 2025

Great experience. I'll be using Gene again.

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Mina P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 15, 2024

Gene was communicative and sent pictures while letting me know that my dog was getting along fine for his first time with him. I have a working dog and he was aware of the higher exercise needs and handled everything great! His dog is also super sweet and I was grateful that our pups got along. Highly recommend!

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Pat K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 19, 2024

Gene did a great job with Ruby. Took her on a walk. She was comfortable and happy when I picked her up.

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Margaret M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2023

Gene is great. He communicates how my dog is doing, takes her on daily adventure walks, and is very responsive. I know my dog will get great care with Gene.

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Malou B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 21, 2022

Gene did a great job in watching my dog Sam. He sent me photos and updates of Sam enjoying his walk and stay. Gene is kind and made me feel comfortable that Sam is safe and well cared for. I will definitely book his services again.

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Ashley M.
Jun 21, 2022

I highly recommend Gene! He sent lots of photos of the redwood trail hikes he did with our dog. She had a blast staying there and instead of being amped up when she got home, she was exhausted from all the play she did.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Pets

A typical day

We have a trail among the redwoods right outside our house. I walk my own dog there at least twice a day. We also have a slow-flowing creek we like to hike to.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Gene & Melina can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know how active your dog usually is. I like to make sure my own dog gets plenty of exercise, but I understand if you would prefer a more relaxing stay for your dog.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.