

Jennifer F.
Mountain View, CA






Services
Jennifer can host
Jennifer can care for
Availability
I am free to spend time with your dogs and/or house sit anytime. Dogs that stay overnight with me will have a day sitter and dog company during the day. I am willing to accept stays longer than one week but we must discuss first to see if my system works for your animals.
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About Jennifer F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a very walkable neighborhood with a park nearby and a large grassy area. I have an afternoon sunning deck, and plan potty breaks every 2-4 hours. Mini-massages and indoor play breaks are available throughout the day between dog naps.
Home
Information Jennifer F. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs since my two previous Scottish Terriers attracted a large pack of friends, but I prefer to care for small dogs (1) in case I need to lift anyone into a vehicle if there were any type of emergency, and (2) because some dogs get very excited and pull while walking.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks We will have walks in the neighborhood and/or at dog parks, by grassy fields, or at the beach. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Plenty of dog beds to choose from in the living room or in my bedroom. Some dogs can sleep on the bed if that is what they are used to and enjoy that. I have dog stairs up to the bed. If any dog is not allowed on the bed, then all dogs sleep in dog beds. Time I'll spend with your dog: Depends on the arrangements made by you. For overnight stays, let me know how long your pet can be alone. Ideally, I do not leave animals alone. But when a dog is there for an extended time, I do not leave them alone for more than 60 minutes. Time I'll spend with your dog The amount of time I spend with your pet depends on your parameters and expectations. Definitely let me know the minimum and maximum that you would like, and I will stay within your parameters. I thrive on giving the max that I can and keeping your pet happy while staying within your limits. I aim for happy healthy pet satisfaction! Extra house-sitting services I can bring in the mail and do a few other reasonable tasks. I am not great with plants, so provide the knowledge of how much water is needed and please do not assume that I can guess that by talking to the plant. (Some of my friends do that.)
Location
Mountain View, CA
Pets
Large grassy area and happy smells!
Pet care experience
A large grassy area in front of the property, several dog beds, dog-friendly neighborhood walks,...ideal for a fun pet overnight stay. I sometimes may have 2 dogs at one time, and 3 would be a rare occasion, though in the past I have had 3 from the same household. I study massage and dog psychology. Dogs who love touch or massages will get plenty of attention. This is a dog-friendly apartment complex with a dog run and a large lawn. Quiet dogs are also allowed on the balcony for fresh air, relaxation, and bird and people watching. About this sitter: I raised two Scottish Terrier litter-mates from puppy-hood and have cared for dogs and cats in their homes or mine for months at a time, and I enjoy walking dogs. I am soft-spoken and very patient. Shy, or sensitive/scared pets often feel comfortable around me pretty quickly. Pets should have joy in their lives so I enjoy giving them extra attention to help alleviate some of the stress when their owners are away. For overnight care at a clients' home, I like to stay as light and self-contained as possible. I'm in this for the love of pets and like to leave as little a footprint as possible! Experience includes: dog owner, cat owner, dog sitting for over 15 different dogs and 4 different cats (up to 6 dogs simultaneously or combo of 2 dogs/2 cats who were housemates). Why I love dog sitting: I made my first dog friend when I was 6 years old. Lalli was a seeing-eye school drop out and the sweetest dog I'd ever met. My aunt already had 2 cats that I loved by that point. I ended up helping a senior dog get past her separation anxiety and she and her folks gained more freedom. About my yard: Large grassy area in front of the house. Dog park nearby with well behaved friendly neighborhood dog regulars. My experience administering oral medication: I have done it and I will do it if a pet is not a biter or scratcher. I cared for 2 dogs during their hospice. I am open to doing that (for animals and humans) at least to help provide respite for the primary caretakers.
Reviews

Murphy really enjoyed his stay with Jen, when I picked him up, he looked back longingly wanting to go back with her hahaha. Jen sent many photos and updates on how Murphy was settling in during his daycare stay. She is very responsive and friendly. I would definitely have her watch Murphy again!

Charcoal had an amazing day with Jeniffer and Bo! I will definitely go back next time!

Jennifer was very nice and took good care of Pixie. She was gentle and loving with our dog. Our dog is selective in nature, it was helpful that she had only two dogs at a time. She was very flexible with the pickup time. We had a meet and greet before so that we can get to know each other and make sure it’s a good fit with her and the other dog she was sitting. Pixie seemed happy in the photos she shared and came back happy after. Highly recommend!


Jen is absolutely wonderful with Porter and Samantha! They’re both super energetic and can be a bit of a handful, but she makes sure they feel loved and gets them the attention they need. Samantha had some tummy troubles while Jen was here, and she handled the situation with such a smile and love. She’s truly amazing and caring!
About Jennifer F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a very walkable neighborhood with a park nearby and a large grassy area. I have an afternoon sunning deck, and plan potty breaks every 2-4 hours. Mini-massages and indoor play breaks are available throughout the day between dog naps.
Home
Information Jennifer F. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs since my two previous Scottish Terriers attracted a large pack of friends, but I prefer to care for small dogs (1) in case I need to lift anyone into a vehicle if there were any type of emergency, and (2) because some dogs get very excited and pull while walking.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks We will have walks in the neighborhood and/or at dog parks, by grassy fields, or at the beach. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Plenty of dog beds to choose from in the living room or in my bedroom. Some dogs can sleep on the bed if that is what they are used to and enjoy that. I have dog stairs up to the bed. If any dog is not allowed on the bed, then all dogs sleep in dog beds. Time I'll spend with your dog: Depends on the arrangements made by you. For overnight stays, let me know how long your pet can be alone. Ideally, I do not leave animals alone. But when a dog is there for an extended time, I do not leave them alone for more than 60 minutes. Time I'll spend with your dog The amount of time I spend with your pet depends on your parameters and expectations. Definitely let me know the minimum and maximum that you would like, and I will stay within your parameters. I thrive on giving the max that I can and keeping your pet happy while staying within your limits. I aim for happy healthy pet satisfaction! Extra house-sitting services I can bring in the mail and do a few other reasonable tasks. I am not great with plants, so provide the knowledge of how much water is needed and please do not assume that I can guess that by talking to the plant. (Some of my friends do that.)


Jennifer F.
Mountain View, CA
