Jenna R.
Jenna R.
Contact for Boarding
from $40 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Can I hug your dog!?
Hi! I’m Jenna, a lifelong Bloomingtonian and best friend to every dog I’ve ever met! I am a stay-at-home mom to a preschooler and I also help run a national non-profit rescue for French Bulldogs. I have deeply loved several bulldogs in my lifetime, and as such am very adept to handling brachycephalic breeds and their particular needs. (Though it should be noted I tend to regular-nosed breeds with the same loving care!) As a former medical assistant, I am very comfortable caring for animals with moderate medical needs, those with disabilities, those requiring medication administration, etc. I have cared for hospice dogs, dietary restrictions, Mega-esophagus, Colitis, deafness and total blindness. You could say that special needs are my specialty. I have over 20 years of experience helping folks take care of their fur babies, from Pugs to Cane Corsos and lots in between. Dogs have always been my best friends and luckily, lots of humans pick up on that when they meet me. Most of my experience has been private house sitting and in-home pet care for coworkers for periods of a few hours up to a few weeks. I am brand new to Rover, but not new to taking care of animals.
Cat care experience
Jenna also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Treated my dog like her own. Keeps you updated throughout the day. Very good environment to watch a pet. I would highly recommend!!
Jenna is the best dog mom I know! She has fostered rescue bulldogs, raised bulldogs of her own, and loves all of our family’s dogs, regardless of breed. She takes incredible care of my fur baby, Pig, and absolutely spoils her. She sends the cutest pictures and always makes sure she’s happy, comfortable, and accommodates to her like royalty! Jenna is very capable in caring for pets with extra needs, or ones that may require medication, or special diets. She has such a big heart for animals and is always willing to stand up for those who don’t have a voice. I can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for someone who will love and care for their dog like family! Your pup will be in the best and most loving hands while in her care.
I can say without hesitation that there are very few people I trust with our dogs the way I trust Jenna. She is a true dog person — a longtime dog owner, an active volunteer with a not-for-profit rescue, and someone who genuinely loves dogs (probably more than she likes most people 😂). Jenna has cared for our dogs numerous times, from house sitting to drop-ins, and I’ve always had complete confidence that they’re in great hands. She has experience with dogs of all ages, from young and energetic to seniors who need a little more patience and attention, and she’s comfortable with medications and the little details that come with caring for someone else’s fur babies. What I appreciate most is that she treats our dogs like they’re her own. She’s attentive, responsible, loving, and someone I know will actually spend time with them rather than just stop in and check a box. Whether she’s caring for a dog in their own home or hers, I’d recommend Jenna without hesitation. She’s absolutely top-notch, and if you know how particular we are about who we trust with our dogs, that says a lot!
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Schedule
I currently work for a dog rescue remotely and am otherwise a stay-at-home-mom to a preschooler. I also provide daily care for one resident special needs rescue French Bulldog.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets in the way that is safest for them, regardless of where that is. In my home, dogs are under my constant care. They will be taken outside on a leash as I do not have a fenced yard.
A typical day
We can walk at your favorite park, neighborhood or even the beautiful IU campus! I love a good game of fetch but I also love snuggles! I want to know what YOU like to do!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatCrate-trained dogs onlyJenna can host up to 3 pets per night
- All dogs are good dogs, some are misunderstood and some just require a little special care or extra attention. As long as I’m aware of any quirks or anxieties in advance, I have an excellent history with all breeds and personalities