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Gwen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Gwen S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $70 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your Pup is our Only Visitor!

When your dog comes to stay with us, they are our ONLY visiting dog. I only take ONE client at a time. This enables me to give your dog plenty of one-on-one attention. We have a 6-foot privacy fence to keep your dog safe in our backyard for off-leash playtime and TONS of tennis balls. We also take two walks a day to make sure that the dogs get plenty of exercise. My family has really enjoyed getting to meet all of the different types of dogs that we've had stay with us through ROVER. We get them plenty of exercise, tons of snuggles, and integrate them right into our family life. Please let me know if your dog has special care requirements. I have experience with nervous or anxious dogs and experience with elderly dog care. I can give vaccines and administer pills (even to the very reluctant!). I have decades of experience with dogs and cats and we currently have a 10 year old Coonhound, Hastings. I carry my own personal pet-sitting insurance.

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Monika S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 30, 2026

Gwen is wonderful. She takes great care of our dog. Her home is a happy and cozy place for our dog to stay when we can’t have her with us. Highly recommend Gwen!

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Sandra L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 09, 2026

Love and trust Gwen and her family. Sammi really enjoys staying with them.

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Monika S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 20, 2026

Gwen and family are super! They take such great care of our dog, and Gwen provides regular updates and pictures to keep you informed about how your dog is settling in. Highly recommend!!

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Sandra L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 22, 2025

Gwen and her family take excellent care of our dog and I would not leave her with anyone else. I appreciate them very much!

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Monika S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 14, 2025

Gwen is super! She’s got an older mellow dog that does great with our older mellow dog. Our dog Happy is very much “at home” when Gwen takes care of her. Very thankful for Gwen and her family taking such good care of our 4-legged hairy child when we are not able to take her with us.

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Sandra L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 03, 2025

Gwen and her family are very receptive and active with your pup. I always know that Sammi is well taken care of! Love them 🥰

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Schedule

I work as a massage therapist two days per week. One of those days is a weekend day and my family is home while I am gone. My husband works from home and will be home with your pup on the other day.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Your pup will be treated like one of the family. Our new fur friends become fast friends and fit right in, I’m sure your dog will too!

Pets

A typical day

Most dogs take a couple of days to settle in and now that we have a lot of experience, we know how to give them space, but still provide a welcoming atmosphere. Pups that love to play fetch are in luck, because our dog does not. We have a HUGE box of tennis balls and endless enthusiasm for throwing the ball and the frisbee.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Gwen can host up to 1 pet per night
It's important for me to know if your pet has any anxiety, either with strangers, other dogs, certain vehicles, storms, being home alone, or with other animals (cats, squirrels, etc). I have found that the biggest problems occur when I do not know that something is going to be a problem. As long as you are upfront with me about your pet's needs, I will be able to work with you and your pup. I also need to know if your pet has any allergies or any medical issues that might come up. I have experience giving injections and administering oral medications and am perfectly happy to provide those services for your dog. I know that each animal is unique and that every situation is unique. For me to provide your fur baby with the best care and the best experience more knowledge is better than less.
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.