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Joe and Carol S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
101 repeat clients
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Joe and Carol S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
101 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$56 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Basic background check
7 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Home Full-Time

*Attention Frequent or Regular Clients; If you find no vacancy on our calendar for the dates you need. Please consult us because we may have a spot open just for you. We would love to care for your dog! Carol will be available at home to care for your dog at all hours, they will never be left alone and will be under supervision 24/7 . We have had pets our whole lives. In Brazil, we still have our Sharpei "Frida" that we couldn't risk bringing with us here to the states because she suffers from diabetes. She is doing well, with my caring parents and we go back to visit her every year. Before moving to San Diego Carol was an active volunteer for the SPCA hosting dogs of various breeds at our home, for anywhere from 2 days to two months until they were adopted. This experience is what inspired Carol to start working with Rover and it is such a pleasure to find that the majority of the dogs we host are those that have been adopted or rescued. We have really enjoyed working with SPCA and now Rover, these experiences have taught us a lot and helped us develop a special relationship with dogs. Lately some of our customers are even referring to Carol as a "dog whisperer" of sorts. Why I love dog sitting; "Taking care of animals is a talent, not an easy task that can be taken on by just anyone, you must really love them, establish a connection and a line of communication with them. Animals can feel you and they will know if your love for them is true, you cannot trick them. It is essential that your feelings are real or you will never be able to build a fundamental relationship with them." Says Carol. When we started working with Rover.com in March 2015, we never thought that it would turn into a full time profession. Today we have many repeat and frequent customers whom are assured that their dogs feel right at home with us. Their dogs arrive happy to see us and it often seems like they too are arriving at their vacation spot. It's wonderful to see how the dogs quickly adapt to staying with us and feel like part of the family, free from the overwhelming anxieties and stress that come with being separated from their owners. Our priorities for your dog are; Care and well being, security, following structure, routines and feeding habits that they are accustomed to. We know that dogs are like children to their owners, that they are family and as such they will be treated by us. We want to do everything it takes to make sure that you dog has a 5 star stay and that they will always be happy to return. Meet my pets At the moment, we don't have any pets of our own. About our yard; We live in a townhouse with a fenced patio in a lovely neighborhood of Point Loma. Our community is perfect for frequent walks, also close to grassy parks such as; Cleator park and Robb field. We have a medium spaced fenced patio which opens up to an immediate grassy area. Security is first; we use safety barriers near entry doors to avoid any escapes. Our experience administering medication; We have experience caring for dogs with special needs. Nutritional and medicinal. As I had mentioned in my bio, our Shar pei "Frida" was diagnosed with diabetes a few years ago. We have hosted for dogs going through post operation recovery, senior dogs needing special care as well as other health needs. We have plenty experience with injections and following nutritional guidelines. *Attention Frequent or Regular Clients; If you find no vacancy on our calendar for the dates you need. Please consult us because we may have a spot open just for you.

Qualifications

101 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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268 ratings
Sarah L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 30, 2026

I highly recommend Carol! She is absolutely amazing. She was super communicative and I could tell that Stella was in good hands being completely cared for. This was my first time having to leave my dog with someone in a long time so I had a lot of anxiety, but I felt completely comfortable. I will definitely be using Carol in the future. You can tell she really loves the dogs that she takes care of!!

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Gillian H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 09, 2026

Carol is so sweet and she has such a calming demeanor that was great for my crazy girl!!

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Brian K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 06, 2026

Carol was great! Would definitely recommend.

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Chantel W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 02, 2026

Gracie came back happy! She had a great time with carol over the weekend

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Nora R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 29, 2026

Great job. Would use again!

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Joe Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 02, 2026

Albert was happy and well cared for. I appreciated the update and pictures during his stay.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks Our neighborhood is great for frequent walks, while we are very close to surrounding parks and the beach. We will talk with you about your dogs' exercise habits and energy levels, then we will take it from there. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog will be able to sleep where he/she finds most comfortable and secure. We will also have a dog bed, if you wish you could bring a bed or special blanket that your dog likes. Time I'll spend with your dog It will be my pleasure to be with your dog 100% of the time during his/her stay with us.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Joe and Carol can host up to 4 pets per night
We would love to know any information about your dog that you believe would be helpful or make the sitting a better experience. All breeds are very welcome!
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.