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Serena C.

Sacramento, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Animal Snuggler and Empty Nester

Pet care experience

I love your dog already 😍😂🤷🏻‍♀️ Until early last year year when my oldest doggo passed away of cancer, I’ve always had dogs in my care. I’ve taken care of seniors and special needs, with repeated experience with epilepsy. My larger dog was reactive to other dogs, so I have a lot of experience working with dogs that are harder to walk and are aggressive at fences, etc. I’ve also attended several dog behavioral classes. I believe it’s important to provide enrichment and exercise, and to pay attention to changes in behavior. I genuinely love meeting and spending time with new canine friends. I’ve also fostered many kittens and adult cats through the SSPCA, in addition to volunteering to socialize dogs and cats.

Reviews

Sonia R.
Dog Boarding • Apr 08, 2024
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Serena was absolutely wonderful! My pup suffers from anxiety and felt right at home! She was treated like family!!

Jody K.
Dog Boarding • Apr 07, 2024
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Serena provides loving care and she is a pleasure to work with!

Joshua B.
Dog Boarding • Apr 03, 2024
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Serena and Wes were amazing with our dogs, River and Fin. They had a staycation at Serena's house while we hosted a large birthday party for our son. Serena sent loads of photos and the dogs came home totally exhausted from all of the play. Will absolutley use them again!

Alice S.
Dog Boarding • Mar 25, 2024
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Serena is amazing! She is so attentive and communicative, you’ll feel totally safe leaving your beloved pet with her. We will be asking her to watch Turner for any future trips!

About Serena C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My husband and I have almost a 1/4 acre yard, fully fenced and secure. We don’t currently have any pets of our own but do share a gate with my neighbors yard and let his dog over to visit and play. Totally optional of course, depending on your preferences. My neighborhood is quiet and walkable. I’m open to kenneling or letting your dog(s) free roam indoors while we’re gone. We have a doggy door but don’t leave dogs outside unattended. We have a camera we can set up in our living room while we’re gone to make sure they’re ok. I understand leaving your dog can be tough, and you’re obviously someone who cares a lot about their well-being if you’re hiring a sitter. My goal is to make it as stress free as possible. So - as many updates as you’d like, or level of detail in your care instructions, I get it. 💛 Doggone_alley on Instagram

Home

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

Information Serena C. would like to know about your pet

Of course I’d like to know anything that will help me provide excellent care for your dog! Eating/ medication schedules, personality quirks, favorite spots to get skritches, basic commands, how they do home alone, etc. What rules you have for them. Veterinary info in case of emergency.

A typical day

Let me know what your dog likes to do for fun! I love to walk, especially at Ancil Hoffman in Carmichael. We can run around the yard- fetch, tug, belly rubs, etc. I have a neighbor dog who is very friendly and can come over for play time. While I’m working from home I’m in a comfy home office with a couch and rug/ dog bed so they can be nearby if that’s what they like. Kongs, squeaky toys, and puzzle balls are also fun! I can help reinforce any training you’re working on.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$75per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$31per day

Serena can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I work from home full time, which is pretty flexible and allows for many breaks. I walk in my neighborhood at least once a day, time of day depending on the weather. On weekends and some evenings I walk 2-3 miles at a local park with river access. During the week, I can provide potty breaks every 1-2 hours, but Friday’s and weekends I may be gone 3-4 hours at a time (date night, etc).

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Calendar last updated 3 days ago
Serena can host up to 3 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Serena C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My husband and I have almost a 1/4 acre yard, fully fenced and secure. We don’t currently have any pets of our own but do share a gate with my neighbors yard and let his dog over to visit and play. Totally optional of course, depending on your preferences. My neighborhood is quiet and walkable. I’m open to kenneling or letting your dog(s) free roam indoors while we’re gone. We have a doggy door but don’t leave dogs outside unattended. We have a camera we can set up in our living room while we’re gone to make sure they’re ok. I understand leaving your dog can be tough, and you’re obviously someone who cares a lot about their well-being if you’re hiring a sitter. My goal is to make it as stress free as possible. So - as many updates as you’d like, or level of detail in your care instructions, I get it. 💛 Doggone_alley on Instagram

Home

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

Information Serena C. would like to know about your pet

Of course I’d like to know anything that will help me provide excellent care for your dog! Eating/ medication schedules, personality quirks, favorite spots to get skritches, basic commands, how they do home alone, etc. What rules you have for them. Veterinary info in case of emergency.

A typical day

Let me know what your dog likes to do for fun! I love to walk, especially at Ancil Hoffman in Carmichael. We can run around the yard- fetch, tug, belly rubs, etc. I have a neighbor dog who is very friendly and can come over for play time. While I’m working from home I’m in a comfy home office with a couch and rug/ dog bed so they can be nearby if that’s what they like. Kongs, squeaky toys, and puzzle balls are also fun! I can help reinforce any training you’re working on.

Location

Sacramento, CA

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Serena C.

Sacramento, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews