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Gina G.

Simi Valley, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews
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The Antidote for Kennelization

Pet care experience

***HOLIDAY RATES HAVE BEEN UPDATED AND WILL APPLY FROM NOVEMBER 20 THROUGH JANUARY 3RD*** ~Since my doggie guests will be living in my home and not in dog run the price per day/dog is determined on a case by case basis after the Meet and Greet and our minimum non-holiday rate is $65/day per dog. We are sorry for any confusion, Rover.com does not have the ability for us to list a price range in the pricing area.~ ~Also, if my calendar shows me as unavailable please contact me anyway as we may be able to accommodate you.~ Thanks! Drop off and pick up hours are Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm, BY APPOINTMENT. *Special arrangements for after hours, Holidays or Sunday pick up and drop off are available for an additional fee. Dogs boarded over night should be picked up by 11 a.m. on go home day (Mon-Fri) or add'l. daycare rate will apply. Cancellation policy is strict during holidays and Summer months We have very limited space and appreciate as much notice if possible to cancel. Thanks! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I have been a dog trainer in this community since 1991. I am very skilled at reading dogs' body language so I'm pretty good at making sure everyone is happy and comfortable. We can care for the rambunctious pup as well as the more shy or fragile treasured member of the family as well. The dogs get to play all day as much or as little as they like- every dog will receive customized care. Indoor/outdoor access and everyone sleeps in the house at night. Either I or one of my assistants are usually here during the day. We have a completely fenced acre with 5 separate play yards. We have wading pools and 'whirly-bird' sprinklers to play in and a full size pool for the more adventurous! Your dog will have access to the air-conditioned house and huge fully fenced (6 ft. high) yards and will sleep in the house at night. Your dog will have the ability to play with compatible friends as little or as much as they'd like. This is a "bully free zone" and each dog gets customized care. I can take care of energetic pups as well as fragile or older dogs or shy dogs who may not want to play and prefer the company of humans. Please bring your dogs' own food. We encourage you to bring your dogs own bed (even if they rarely use it at home) since it seems to brings them a sense of comfort as well as toys and treats/bones. Although we give some awesome goodies too! If your dog has any dietary restrictions we will be sure to make note of that when checking in. *Training can be done during boarding/daycare as well.* We will also take daily pictures and video of your dog while you’re away at no additional charge. About this sitter: 'The Antidote to Kennelization!' My name is Gina Gables. I have been professionally training dogs as well as providing boarding/daycare services to my clients' dogs since 1991. I compete in sheep herding with my Australian Shepherds. One of my dogs was ranked 8th in the country. I also like riding horses and swing dancing and playing billiards. ~Since the dogs will be living in my home and not in dog run the price per day/dog is determined on a case by case basis after the Meet and Greet and is approx. $65/day per dog. We are sorry for any confusion, Rover does not have the ability for us to list a price range in the pricing area.~ ~Also, if my calendar shows me as unavailable please contact me anyway as we may be able to accommodate you.~ Thanks! The dogs get to play all day as much or as little as they like- every dog will receive customized care. with indoor/outdoor access and everyone sleeps in the house at night. I have been a dog trainer in this community since 1991. I am very skilled at reading dogs' body language so I can make sure everyone is happy and comfortable. We can care for the rambunctious pup as well as the more shy or fragile treasured member of the family as well. While the dogs do not necessarily have supervision every minute of every day either I or one of my assistants are usually here during the day and I sleep here at night as this is my home. We have a completely fenced acre. We have wading pools and 'whirly-bird' sprinklers to play in and a full size pool for the more adventurous! Let my home be your dog's 2nd home! Why I love dog sitting I have loved dogs forever and have been lucky enough to earn my living for over 30 years being surrounded by them. I have been providing dog training boarding and daycare since 1991! I train and compete in Sheep herding with my dogs. One of my dogs was ranked 8th in the country! Meet my pets: Candy a Border Collie; Duke a 10 year old Plott hound mix and Nikita a Husky About my yard The home is on one completely fenced acre. There is grass as well as concrete. We offer wading pools and whirly bird sprinklers for the water lovers to play in and also have a full sized pool for the more adventurous dogs. The full sized pool is enclosed with its own fencing. My experience administering medication I can give pills as well as subcutaneous or intramuscular injections. Of course also apply any topical medications and/or perform dressing changes. My personal and business life revolves around dogs! Being a dog trainer gives me the experience and capability to comfortably handle all types, sizes and personalities of dogs puts my clients at ease knowing their dogs are in capable hands. The dogs get to play all day as much or as little as they like- every dog will receive customized care. with indoor/outdoor access and everyone sleeps in the house at night.

Reviews

Dave S.
Dog Boarding • Dec 31, 2016
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Everything went exactly to plan. Marcus seemed to have a great time. Gina and her team are clearly very knowledgeable and caring with all of the dogs. I would definitely recommend them.

Carlos K.
Dog Boarding • Sep 15, 2016
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My pups had a great time and I had complete piece of mind that they were very well taken care of. Gina cares about the dogs and is very knowledgeable about their care.

Cindy D.
Dog Boarding • Jul 01, 2016

This was our first visit and usually when we pick up our dog from the kennel she is so excited/nervous. When we picked her up from Ma & Paw she must have enjoyed her stay because she was crazy excited to see me :) Thanks for giving her what she needed!

Shawn J.
Dog Boarding • Jan 25, 2016
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Both dogs had a great time and came home tired and relaxed.

About Gina G.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

31 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Gina G. would like to know about your pet

I will accept dogs of all breeds. I like to know how the dog interacts with other dogs; has he/she had any training, if so how much; is he/she housebroken or have any bad habits (ie: counter surfing, chewing on things, digging, jumping fences, etc.); do they experience separation anxiety when separated from mom and dad.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks The dogs are not usually taken out on regular walks unless requested. We have many beautiful parks as well as hiking trails available nearby if you'd like us to do that at an additional fee. Does your dog pull on the leash or not come when called? *Training can also be provided while they are here for boarding or daycare. Your dog's sleeping arrangement All dogs sleep in the house! If your dog is used to sleeping in a crate you are welcome to bring it as well as all other personal belongings to make your dog's stay here as comfortable as possible. Time I'll spend with your dog Your dog will spend very little time alone without adult human supervision. I work from my home as a dog trainer and offer boarding and daycare as well. Either I or one of my assistants are usually here during office hours. Since I live here (and tend to be a homebody) I'm home quite a lot after hours too (and of course sleep here!). *Training can also be provided while they are here for boarding and/or daycare.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$28per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$38per walk

Gina can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Gina G.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

31 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Gina G. would like to know about your pet

I will accept dogs of all breeds. I like to know how the dog interacts with other dogs; has he/she had any training, if so how much; is he/she housebroken or have any bad habits (ie: counter surfing, chewing on things, digging, jumping fences, etc.); do they experience separation anxiety when separated from mom and dad.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks The dogs are not usually taken out on regular walks unless requested. We have many beautiful parks as well as hiking trails available nearby if you'd like us to do that at an additional fee. Does your dog pull on the leash or not come when called? *Training can also be provided while they are here for boarding or daycare. Your dog's sleeping arrangement All dogs sleep in the house! If your dog is used to sleeping in a crate you are welcome to bring it as well as all other personal belongings to make your dog's stay here as comfortable as possible. Time I'll spend with your dog Your dog will spend very little time alone without adult human supervision. I work from my home as a dog trainer and offer boarding and daycare as well. Either I or one of my assistants are usually here during office hours. Since I live here (and tend to be a homebody) I'm home quite a lot after hours too (and of course sleep here!). *Training can also be provided while they are here for boarding and/or daycare.

Location

Simi Valley, CA

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Gina G.

Simi Valley, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews