Mara F.
Alameda, CA
Alameda local and small dog expert!
Pet care experience
I know it's super stressful trying to find a dog sitter or boarding facility, especially if they're little or older and they need somewhere calm and safe when they're away from home. My family has had small dogs for over 15 years and I consider my shih tzu, Jelly, my child. I'm Mara, 33 years old, and I live with my boyfriend. I work from home with my dog Jelly and I absolutely adore dogs. I have been babysitting human and fur children regularly for years, so you can be sure I'm highly responsible and reliable. Jelly has longer fur so I am happy to maintain daily grooming for your dogs as well and have all the supplies and bows you could imagine. We go on short (~15 minutes) walks twice a day around the island and we have a small fenced-in yard for frequent breaks. We have a plethora of dog toys, treats and beds in every room. Any dog in my immediate vicinity gets spoiled, really! If you are looking for a dog sitter that is super friendly and will give your dog tons of love and attention, look no further. I also have a lot of experience with cats and have lived with them for most of my life so if your fur baby happens to be feline and you need a drop in, that's A-ok with me! I love them just as much.
Reviews
Mara Finkel took excellent care of my Malshi, Biscuit on numerous occasions. She has a great backyard, and a huge box of dog toys! My experience has been entirely positive - she is reliable, and she loves animals. I highly recommend her to other dog guardians.
About Mara F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Let me put it this way, Jelly has her own mini couch and it's nicer than mine (even though she still wants to sit on the big one next to me.)
Home
Information Mara F. would like to know about your pet
Fully vaccinated dogs only as I do have a small shih tzu in the house. I would love to know a little about your dog's personality and preferences so we can be sure it's a good fit!
A typical day
Walking along the beach is my favorite, but I like wandering through our beautiful neighborhood as well. Jelly is a big fan of toys and has a rather large collection of plushies.
Services
Mara can host
Mara can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home in Alameda and I have a fenced in yard. If we're boarding I do live with my partner, but he's usually away at work during the daytime so it's very calm and quiet most of the time. I love taking walks around the island with my dog Jelly!
About Mara F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Let me put it this way, Jelly has her own mini couch and it's nicer than mine (even though she still wants to sit on the big one next to me.)
Home
Information Mara F. would like to know about your pet
Fully vaccinated dogs only as I do have a small shih tzu in the house. I would love to know a little about your dog's personality and preferences so we can be sure it's a good fit!
A typical day
Walking along the beach is my favorite, but I like wandering through our beautiful neighborhood as well. Jelly is a big fan of toys and has a rather large collection of plushies.
Location
Alameda, CA
Pets
Mara F.
Alameda, CA