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Gwen C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Gwen C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Eisenhower East, Alexandria, VA

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Active,responsible,mature,dog widow

I am a 60-something woman who started Rovering when my beloved dog passed 5 years ago. I’m not ready for a new dog yet, but deeply miss the companionship, belly rubs, down dog (yoga), park walks, treats, bad breath kisses, afternoon naps. These reasons would make me a great overnight, weekend dog grandma. My condo unit requires dogs to be under 30lbs. I live in Old Town Alexandria, John Carlyle Square with great, safe, shady dog walking areas. I do live in a condo, so elevator ride to the 4th floor would be required. My Rover reviews stopped in 2022 as I stopped Rovering in 2023 when I retired and moved to Denver then Alexandria.

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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20 ratings
Kelsey P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 17, 2026

Gwen was so lovely for my 12 year old corgi! They were a great match. Preslee loved all her walks and adventures with GwenMa!

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Stephanie E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 06, 2022

Gwen is absolutely lovely! My dog Pepperoni loves staying with her - her home is outfitted with tons of treats and toys and plush spaces to nap. Gwen always sends me lots of picture and text updates throughout the day, and it's clear that she loves dogs, spending lots of time playing, walking, and being affectionate with my dog! She's always thoughtful, whether it's about giving Pepp a particular food or a treat, or saving her a sweater in the cold :) My dog is always SO excited to go over there. Would 100% recommend you to book with her!!

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Emily L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 30, 2022

Gwen has watched my pup a few times now and is truly amazing! She ends lots or updates and always keeps my dog.. I will DEFINITELY use Gwen in the future!

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Jessica C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 15, 2022

Gwen takes such good care of Josie. She always comes home happy! I really appreciated Gwen going the extra mile and making sure Josie kept up with her training!

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Emily M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 24, 2021

Thank you Gwen for taking such great care of my pup!

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Jessica C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 03, 2021

I felt so comfortable leaving my puppy with Gwen! Gwen treated her like her own and created a fun environment and lots or exercise! I highly recommend!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m recently retired and have a lot of time to spoil your dog! I live very close to great, safe, well lit walking areas.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a condo, so I would need a dog under 30 lbs. and accustom to hallways, elevators and a lobby that may have other dogs passing through.

A typical day

I live in Old Town Alexandria, Carlyle Square neighborhood. I enjoy morning and evening walks, perhaps find a dog-friendly outdoor restaurants. The neighborhood is safe with plenty of other dogs. It’s a 3.5 mile round trip walk to the Potomac River. Perhaps a stop at the pet store on King Street.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Gwen can host up to 1 pet per night
I really hope dog would be potty trained; otherwise training is something we can work on together. I don’t have a car; therefore your dog would need to be dropped off or within walking distance to/from Carlyle Square neighborhood.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
House Sitting
in your home
$40per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$15per day
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.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.