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Penny M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Penny M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Penny has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Trustworthy Professional Care

Here to help you by providing a home away from home for your canine companions when you can't take them with you. For busy puppy owners, I can help during your busy work day with the important task of raising, training, and socializing your 8-16 week old puppy. I have over 30 years teaching a high school Career Tech Animal Science Program, 11 years working with puppies and adolescent dogs in service dog organizations.

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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21 ratings
Jackie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 09, 2026

I don’t know what we would do without Penny! Cece loves being with her and she learns so much from her.

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Jackie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 20, 2025

Penny is the best! I don’t jnow whT we would have done without all of her help.

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Chris G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 26, 2025

Penny is great with my anxious pup. She is attentive and knows what my pup needs to be her best self. I appreciate her special care.

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Luke B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 19, 2025

Thank you so much for taking care of my puppy, Moose!

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Chris G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 15, 2025

Penny was great with my anxious dog. She got a lot of attention to help her feel comfortable.

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Ana K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 06, 2025

Another great stay with Penny!! Really happy we found her!

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Schedule

I am currently retired and keep a flexible schedule. I can do traditional overnight and daytime care. For very young puppies, I can assist with crate and manners training, teaching cues, and socializing.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced back yard and a wooded area behind my house that we can explore on leash or long line. I have a 12 year old Labrador Retriever, Kinsey, who is a retired breeding dog from a service dog organization. She is very good with puppies and all around sweet natured, special gal. I have several dog safe areas in and outside my house. We can hang out on my front porch or my big back deck as they are gated. I have a puppy room that is more like an all purpose room for whelping, training, or grooming. I have nice training area in my basement as well. My living room can be turned into a puppy paradise by adding larger play equipment that puppies can climb, crawl under, and balance on to satisfy their physical needs and grow their confidence. I have crates and can offer assistance with crate training. I can provide engaging enrichment activities as well. I also have a wide variety dog toys, something for everyone!

Pets

A typical day

1. Sniffy walks in my wooded area behind my house. 2. Enrichment activities as appropriate for your dog: long lasting chews, interactive feeder, variety of toys, puzzles, and age appropriate play equipment. 3. Variety of comfy dogs beds for relaxing. 4. Training and games that build trust, focus, and responsiveness.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Penny can host up to 4 pets per night
Items to help me get to know your pet and make your pet comfortable: Does your dog has any allergies, anxiety, medical or other special needs or behavior issues? What is your pet's food preferences, how often and how much is fed? How much physical activity and what are your dog's preferred activities; walk, playtime, etc. What are your dog's sleeping habits? Does your pet have a favorite spot or routine for bedtime? Is your pet shy, friendly, energetic, or nervous around strangers? How does your pet interact with other animals or people? Does your pet have any fears or triggers? Are their any commands or behaviors I should reinforce or avoid? Are their any behavioral issues I should be aware of like excessive barking, chewing, marking in the home? Does your pet like to snuggle or have preferences about where they like or dislike to be pet or touched?
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.