Lorena P.
Lorena P.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced with High-Energy Aussie
I've been caring for dogs since I was a kid, starting with the neighbor's pup when they were away. Since 1998, I’ve owned and trained Australian Shepherds, fostered dogs, and volunteered at the Berkeley Animal Shelter. I’m experienced with both puppies and seniors and tailor care to fit each dog's needs. I’ve been training and competing in dog agility since 2000—my dog Juno earned an Agility Trial Champion (ATCH) title, and I’m currently competing with my younger dog. I also hike regularly with my dogs and love keeping them active and mentally engaged.
Cat care experience
Lorena also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I share my home with two friendly dogs and two cats, so your dog will always have company and stimulation in a safe environment. I'm home most of the day, so your dog will rarely, if ever, be alone. I'm happy to follow your dog's routine and can crate them if needed, whether for rest, feeding, or safety. I aim to provide a calm, structured environment that balances play, walks, and downtime.
Ratings and reviews
Lorena was reliable and made sure Rosita had a great walk. I could tell from the photos she sent that my baby girl had a great time with her.
Lorena took great care of my cat while I was away. She shared photos of him and gave me updates via his visit card. She also communicated quickly leading up to the visit. I would book Lorena again!
Lorena was communicative and reliable, would definitely book her again!
Lorena has taken such great care of Cody. She is so experienced with dogs and has helped adapt to his injuries as an old dog.
Lorena P. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.
Lorena always takes such good care of Hemi. Highly recommend her!
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Schedule
I'm recently retI'm recently retired and working on my art, which gives me the flexibility to provide attentive care for your pets. Weather permitting, I start each morning with a long walk at the Fells with my own dogs—because a tired dog is a good dog! Throughout the day, I weave in short training sessions to keep their minds active and reinforce good behavior. Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine, and I'm happy to give your pets the same thoughtful attention I give my own.ired and working on my art which gives me the flexibility to care for your pets. Whether permitting, I take my dogs on a long walk at the Fells first thing in the morning and later in the day we walk the bike path if that wasn't enough to tire them out.