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Jennifer S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Jennifer S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
16 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Leelanau Dog Vacation

Hi! I’m a lifelong dog lover, runner, and outdoor enthusiast based in beautiful Leelanau County. I know how important it is to leave your dog with someone who will make them feel safe, comfortable, loved, and right at home while you’re away. I have a dog of my own, Hobbes, who is incredibly social and loves both dogs and people. She is always happy to have a new friend around! Dogs staying with us are treated like part of the family, with plenty of attention, affection, playtime, and opportunities to relax and get comfortable. One thing that makes my dog sitting a little different: I love running with dogs! If your pup is an experienced runner and enjoys getting some miles in, I’m happy to take them along on runs throughout Leelanau County. Not a runner? No problem at all. Walks, outdoor adventures, playtime, and couch time are just as welcome. I always tailor activity to your dog’s age, fitness level, personality, and normal routine. Whether your dog is here for the day or staying while you’re out of town, my goal is for them to feel like they’re having their own little Leelanau vacation — and for you to feel completely comfortable knowing they’re happy, active, and well cared for

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
26 ratings
Ann K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Sep 07, 2026

Jennifer accepted our doggy daycare request just two days before, which was incredibly helpful. Fitzy had an amazing time with her and his new friend Hobbes. They went on a run together and enjoyed some time relaxing. Jennifer kept us updated throughout the day and sent photos. We highly recommend her and will definitely be booking again next time we are in the area!

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Aura T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 27, 2026

We were vacationing in Glen Arbor and needed some last-minute help with our pup while we celebrated a special occasion at a local restaurant. We booked Jennifer for a two-hour walk, and she was absolutely wonderful! She was a fantastic communicator, professional, punctual, and arrived with a big smile. We immediately felt at ease from the moment we met her and felt completely comfortable leaving Coco in her care. She kept us updated throughout the evening with messages about how Coco was doing, which we really appreciated. Coco had a great time, and we were able to enjoy our dinner knowing she was in such good hands. We would absolutely book Jennifer again and highly recommend her!

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Alison H.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 16, 2019

I hate to give a two star review but I think it’s important to know that Jennifer’s work schedule is varied and when I left our puppy she planned to leave her crated all day. This is not at all why I book with Rover. The good news is she was worried about our Nala and reached out to me to let me know. This was our second experience with Jennifer and when she’s home she’s a great host.

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Tiffany H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 02, 2019

Our two dogs were living their best life while staying with Jennifer. They were able to go hiking, play ball and sleep wherever they wanted. While we were on vacation, our dogs were too!

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James M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 05, 2019

Just Great! Our Georgia had a great stay with Jennifer, Joe, and Moose! Sherrie Macdonald

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Mike V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 11, 2019

Absolutely perfect. Got pictures every day. Moose and Gus got along just fine! I’m getting the feeling they wanted to keep Gus! Highly recommend....very accommodating as far as drop off and pick up. Definitely dog lovers. Thanks guys!

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Jennifer can host up to 2 pets per night
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.