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Simone S.

Encinitas, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Simone can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Simone can care for

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

Availability

My husband and I are working from home and our daughter (19) is currently taking online classes. All of us love animals very much and enjoy being around them...

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About Simone S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fully fenced yard (6 ft) and 2 little dogs ( one senior and one puppy) to keep your dog company. We have balls and toys to play with and your dog is welcome to share the dog beds and our couch with everybody. Our porch door is open all day which makes potty training easy and gives your dog plenty of outdoor time. We usually take everybody for a nice sunset walk and can add a nice beach walk to the day. We do not use any pesticides or harsh chemicals and there are no toxic/ poisonous plants in our yard/home.

Home

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

Information Simone S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I should be aware of so we all have a fun and safe experience together.

A typical day

After breakfast we all go for a nice walk around the neighborhood. We play ball in our yard, then we cuddle up on the couch together. If the weather is nice (and it's approved by the pet parent) we drive down to Cardiff Reef in the afternoon and walk to Seaside and back along the ocean. We don't mind a little sand in our cars and house but can give your buddy a bath at our house if wanted. (Warm water is always so much better than the cold beach showers :). If your best friend loves hiking we can go to Elfin Forest or other local hiking spots.

Location

Encinitas, CA

Simone S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Safe, loving and fun Dog Care

Pet care experience

As a certified Holistic Health Practitioner I look at animal care from all aspects. I make sure they get good nutrition, exercise and interaction with other dogs. I am okay with senior dogs' needs, like diapers or special soft food or medication or even hand feeding. There are no cancer causing pesticides being used around our home and only bio-degradable non-toxic cleaners. For me dogs are supporting and protecting us on our journeys physically, emotionally, energetically and spiritually. I also offer canine massage.

Reviews

Maryjo S.
Drop-In Visits • juil. 09, 2026
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Simone is wonderful! She took such great care of our senior golden retriever…feeding, walking, and giving her medicine, massages and lots of special attention. Simone is very trustworthy, responsive and communicative, and she sent me photos every day. I recommend her 100%

Imani G.
Boarding • juin 22, 2026
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Very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. Excited to practice with our dog and see what else to learn.

Robyn B.
juin 03, 2026

I love Simone. I have known her for a long time. She is a very compassionate person and animal lover. My dogs really enjoy when she comes to stay with them. I highly recommend her.

Melanie G.
janv. 31, 2026

Simone is amazing with my dog! It is such a relief to find someone that truly cares about my animal as much as I do. Simone cares so deeply for all animals and just knows what each animal needs. It feels so good to know my pup is safe and in such good hands. Thank you Simone, You are the Best!

About Simone S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fully fenced yard (6 ft) and 2 little dogs ( one senior and one puppy) to keep your dog company. We have balls and toys to play with and your dog is welcome to share the dog beds and our couch with everybody. Our porch door is open all day which makes potty training easy and gives your dog plenty of outdoor time. We usually take everybody for a nice sunset walk and can add a nice beach walk to the day. We do not use any pesticides or harsh chemicals and there are no toxic/ poisonous plants in our yard/home.

Home

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

Information Simone S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors that I should be aware of so we all have a fun and safe experience together.

A typical day

After breakfast we all go for a nice walk around the neighborhood. We play ball in our yard, then we cuddle up on the couch together. If the weather is nice (and it's approved by the pet parent) we drive down to Cardiff Reef in the afternoon and walk to Seaside and back along the ocean. We don't mind a little sand in our cars and house but can give your buddy a bath at our house if wanted. (Warm water is always so much better than the cold beach showers :). If your best friend loves hiking we can go to Elfin Forest or other local hiking spots.

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Simone S.

Encinitas, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews