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Lala M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients
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Lala M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$139 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Fear Free & Positive Training R+🐕

🏳️‍🌈 Inclusive Pet Care ❤️ 🎓 Certified Dog Trainer I R+ 🎓 Fear Free Certified Professional 🎓 Pet Teach CPR & First Aid 🥰 One dog at a time 🐾 Meet & Greet required ☀️ Walks • Training • Individualized Care Humane Handling Policy 💛✨ I work exclusively with guardians who are committed to a positive, humane, and science-based approach. My goal is to create a safe, calm, and supportive environment where dogs can feel comfortable, understood, and set up for success. Hi, I’m Lala! 🐾 (she/her) I’m a Fear Free Certified Professional and certified dog trainer specializing in positive reinforcement and force-free care. I prioritize each dog’s emotional well-being, body language, comfort, and individual needs. My approach is calm, thoughtful, and focused on helping dogs feel safe while building confidence and practical real-life skills. As a former guardian to an adorable English Bull Terrier and a current SPCA volunteer, I’ve gained experience caring for dogs with diverse needs, including skin allergies, epilepsy, blindness, reactivity, fearfulness, puppies, unvaccinated puppies, and females in heat. I’m also happy to prepare special meals when needed. 👩🏻‍🍳✨ I’ve completed my professional dog training education and continue to expand my knowledge of canine behavior, welfare, and positive reinforcement training through ongoing education and my current behavior program. My goal is to provide attentive, individualized care that supports both your dog’s physical and emotional well-being. Let’s work together to help your dog feel safe, understood, and successful. Contact me to discuss your dog’s needs and schedule a Meet & Greet. 🐶❤️ Services: (All services require a M&G) Meet and Greet: Before embarking on our journey together, I require a meet and greet to ensure that I'm the best fit for your pup, establishing a warm connection from the get-go. Boarding: My motto: "One dog at a time," guarantees that your dog receives the dedicated care they deserve, treating them as part of my family. Includes: On-time feeding schedules, solo walks, playtime, regular potty breaks, and lots of love! House Sitting: Allows your dog to enjoy undivided attention while maintaining their routines in their familiar environment. Includes: On-time feeding schedules, walks, playtime, naps, plenty of love and attention, plant care, receiving deliveries, and tidying up. Weekly Walks: As someone who walks over 9 miles daily, I am eager to provide your dog with the exercise they need. Includes: Waste bags, fresh water, a leash, and organic treats (if permitted). Photos & Videos: I'll supply these daily or upon request to keep you updated and at ease. Qualifications & Training Approach I take a calm, individualized, and science-based approach grounded in positive reinforcement, force -free training, and thoughtful environment and behavior management. I consider each dog’s body language, emotional state, needs, routine, and surroundings to provide safe, humane support.

Qualifications

39 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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Michael & Dara H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 05, 2026

Thank you!! Excellent!

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Jaime B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 03, 2026

Lala is fantástic! She is very knowledgeable regarding behavior and training. I trust her and feel confident with the care she provides my dog. I would highly recommend her for walking and dog sitting.

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Michael & Dara H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 30, 2026

Excellent! Thank you!!

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Michael & Dara H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jul 22, 2026

Excellent!! Lala has been great working with our dog Lucy who is having some recent anxiety problems with fireworks after the 4th. She has been super patient and sends us updates and texts throughout her walks. Also, giving us instructions on some acclamation training to help Lucy with her fear of loud noises. Will totally book again for regular walks!

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Sibel T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 12, 2026

As always, Lala is super reliable and takes such great care of Rocky. She sends frequent updates and photos, which always make us feel comfortable while we’re away. Rocky always looks so happy and well cared for. We really appreciate everything Lala does and highly recommend her!

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Sanchana S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 06, 2026

We absolutely adore Lala, and our pup Savo feels the same. This was the second time we boarded with her, and our pup bounded up to her doorstep in excitement. She makes us feel so at ease when our pup is in her care, and we love seeing everything he’s getting up to through her regular text and photo updates. Highly recommend, your fur baby will be in great hands!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule is currently focused on dog training, boarding, and canine behavior studies. I’m taking a break from regular floral design work, although I still participate in Bouquets to Art in San Francisco. This gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to provide individualized care.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

When a dog is in my care, I focus on creating a calm, structured, and comfortable routine based on their individual needs. I provide one-on one attention, walks, enrichment, play, rest, and positive reinforcement while keeping their safety and emotional well-being at the center of everything I do.

A typical day

I tailor each stay to your dog’s individual need, routine, behavior, and comfort level. Days may include decompression walks, sniff walks, structured walks, enrichment, play, rest and positive reinforcement training when appropriate.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Lala can host up to 2 pets per night
Please share any important information about your dog’s: • Health, medications, or diet • Fears, triggers, reactivity or separation discomfort • Comfort level around people and other dogs • Bite history or previous incidents • Resource guarding around food, toys, or other valued items • Does your dog tent to pick up or swallow items from the ground? • Is your dog comfortable in a crate? • Daily routine and training needs • Pre-boarding sessions are available when needed for an additional fee. This helps me reduce stress and set your dog up for success. 🐕💓
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, including a booking fee of 11%.