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Mariko N.

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 repeat clients
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Mariko N.

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Let's have woooofun!

Meet up is required to all the clients,even house in visit. Attention: My Summer Break is from July 7th - July 13th. I will be gone. Must pick up by 6th. Day care: $30 for 12hs open 6AM - 8PM. Boarding: IF you have large size dog(s), I would accept low-moderate energy up to 70lb. I take multi dogs at once so I do consider the size and energy level in ratio. New clients: requires from 2 nights. Trial boarding 12hs for $30, if needed. Hello to the future client. You worry about leaving your dog(s) with someone that you don't know very well, right? I've been your position while I was in abroad for 2 months. But you just found a family that your dog(s) would have a good time. Here we are the Nicoletti family. You may have seen us at Habitat dog park or on Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail. As you see in these pictures, also my husband and child are super involved into my business and always excited to interact. I have experienced with injecting insulin, oral meds, ointment and eye drops. I have owned a Doxie(Ivdd back issue?) so have better understanding for the corgis too. I grew up with having a Shiba, Japanese Spitz, Golden, Lab, Akita mix, Dalmatian at my parents house. I have 12 years old female Piebald Tweenie/dachshund. She is a typical doxie AKA Miss.Barker for nothing( if you owned one, you know what I'm talking about right?). But she prefers chilling than zoom at the backyard, so she will give your dog(s) enough space to warm up. I am communicative person and send the videos,pictures of your dog(s) often. Believe or not, your dog(s) may act unexpectedly when they're in unfamiliar environments and around unfamiliar people such as marking in the house, mounting and biting other dogs, chewing up the fence line, or quickly dig under fences. I will monitor and update your dog(s) behavior or health condition(stool condition, appetite and energy level). Let's figure out what we can do better for your dog(s) together. I will expect a cooperation/understanding from you. I am here for working things out with your dog(s). Bring the belongings(included anxiety medications, calming chew/oil) that help your dog(s) relax able.

Cat care experience

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Have a meow date!

Mariko also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

48 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
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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165 ratings
Hannah Mae G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026

Mariko was awesome with our Milo! She sent updates with pictures which put our mind at ease. Look no further if you are looking for a reliable sitter who genuinely loves dogs. Thanks Mariko!

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Amber J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026

I had such a great experience with Mariko! She was absolutely amazing with Hazy and made me feel so comfortable the entire time. I got regular picture updates, which really put my mind at ease, and I could tell Hazy was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. It honestly felt like Hazy was on a little vacation of her own. I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and loving with their pet. I’ll definitely be using her again!

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Kristen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026

Mariko was amazing! Kept us updated and took such good care of our dog!

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Geoffrey B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026

Mariko was the absolute best with watching our dog Bruce! We originally had a friend lined up to watch our dog, but it fell through and Mariko was able to take him in on short notice. She constantly sent pictures and videos of Bruce showing just how much fun he was having and how much care she was giving to, not only our dog, but every other dog she was watching. I am absolutely going to use Mariko again, in the future, for any of our dog watching needs because I know that Bruce had such a good time even if he can't tell us.

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Katesel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 06, 2026

The most important thing for us is to know our elderly dog is safe, with people who understand an older dog and her needs. Mariko is that person! Millie is content, and well taken care of which gives us peace of mind when we are away. Much better than leaving her in a kennel.

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Landon K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2026

Always a great job

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Schedule

Boarding: Drop off and pick up time will be between 8am-8pm, but will try to be flexible as long as you are communicative. Drop in visit: Between 6am-7pm. I will be flexible taking your dog(s) for a walk or playing at backyard or staying home, changing wee pads and clean the floor after mess. Day care: I may offer to existing clients.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Boarding: It is a requirement that your dog(s) be updated all vaccines, spayed or neutered, taking FLEAS/ticks medication. This is an important etiquette to help prevent the spread of fleas and ticks to and from other dogs, so we appreciate your cooperation and understanding. We have full fenced back yard and there is a gate at the front patio for escape prevention. I can create a designated area( small/medium space or divide living room into 2 rooms). I usually create it for safety purpose to feed individually, introduce dog(s) or for territorial dog(s). I have a Large crate kennel size, L36/W22/H24. You don't need to bring if your crate is similar size but please bring a blanket, liner or bed. Bring your dog(s) belongings,,,,, *Food and treats *Dish for L size dogs! *bed or blanket *bath towels *toys *Leash and harness If apply below,,, *diapers, wee pads, belly bands *medications *specific crate, kennel

Pets

A typical day

Morning: 1:Potty break at the backyard around 6:30am-7am. 2:Breakfast & potty break again 3:Walk or dog park if the weather allow 4: Summer July&August&September: wading pool(foot soak) at the back yard Evening/night 1:Dinner 2:Potty break 3:night walk only summer. 4:Potty break before bed around 9pm-10pm.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Mariko can host up to 3 pets per night
Your dog(s) must be spayed/neutered, updated all vaccines(prior 2 weeks before) and taking flea/ticks collar, med or oil. It would be difficult for any dog(s) to accept a new environment without their owner(s). Your dog(s) may do unusual things that they never do at your house like marking in a house, mounting fight, destroy things. Especially male dogs, if your dog(s) causes marking issue in the house, I must seek a solution(buy diapers or bellybands) and cooperation from the owner(s). Please don't take as an insult or complaining. I am here for your dog(s) to work things out. We have a doggy door. If your dog(s) are trained and need to go potty frequently, no worry.
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