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Marlen R.

Eureka, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•9 reviews
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10 years & 200+ dogs of experience

Pet care experience

I am a trained dog trainer and handler extraordinaire! I have worked closely with dogs in a variety of capacities- sled dogs, detection dogs, foster dogs, you name it! They are what I'm passionate about and providing quality care is my utmost priority. I work from home and have a highly flexible schedule, so I will always be available to tend to the needs of your pet(s). I put the needs of the animals I care for above all else. Dogs will get at least two walks a day. For dogs with more energy, at lease one run or long hike as well as a walk. For cats and senior dogs, ample low-key play will be provided. You will get updates at least once a day, with photos and an update of how much fun your pet is having! Training can be arranged for dogs with either 3+ day long stays, or repeat walkers. I specialize in "problem" behaviors, such as separation anxiety, destruction, shyness, etc. and would love to work with you and your pet on such issues. I make my own dog treats and enjoy sharing them with the pets I look after, if allowed by the owner. I also do pet-friendly cakes, so let me know if you have a special event coming up!

Reviews

Margaret A.
Dog Walking • Dec 05, 2019
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Marlen is simply the best!

Margaret A.
Dog Walking • Apr 30, 2017
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Marlen has walked Pogo twice now and very pleased with her as a doggie walker!

Cameron K.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 25, 2017
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Marlen was fantastic--responsive, a clear communicator, and obviously very experienced and knowledgable about dogs. I felt totally confident while Jade was with her that Jade was having a great time. I will definitely be a repeat client. I highly recommend Marlen.

Sydney H.
House Sitting • Mar 01, 2017
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Marlen is great. She has help me out several times when I was in a bind. I'm babies just love her and she is super sweet wit them. I will ask her for help again and again. She is highly recommended.

About Marlen R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marlen R. would like to know about your pet

Schedule and Diet: to try to keep it as seamless as possible as when they're in your care. Dietary Restrictions: I make my own treats and like to share them with dogs I watch Prey Drive: Please let me know if they are reactive towards cats/wildlife at all so I am prepared Spayed/neutered: please mention if your pet is unaltered so I can anticipate behaviors connected to that

A typical day

I love our area! And I explore it as much as possible with whichever four-legged creatures are in my care. The beach is my favorite, and I visit the hiking trails in the forest and around the marsh multiple times throughout the week. If your dog likes to swim and the weather is nice enough, I have a couple of safe spots I like to go. In inclement weather, we will still at minimum walk the neighborhood twice a day.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Marlen can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Marlen can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Marlen R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Marlen R. would like to know about your pet

Schedule and Diet: to try to keep it as seamless as possible as when they're in your care. Dietary Restrictions: I make my own treats and like to share them with dogs I watch Prey Drive: Please let me know if they are reactive towards cats/wildlife at all so I am prepared Spayed/neutered: please mention if your pet is unaltered so I can anticipate behaviors connected to that

A typical day

I love our area! And I explore it as much as possible with whichever four-legged creatures are in my care. The beach is my favorite, and I visit the hiking trails in the forest and around the marsh multiple times throughout the week. If your dog likes to swim and the weather is nice enough, I have a couple of safe spots I like to go. In inclement weather, we will still at minimum walk the neighborhood twice a day.

Location

Eureka, CA

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Pets

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Marlen R.

Eureka, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•9 reviews