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Tessie H.

6 years of experience
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Tessie H.

6 years of experience

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Can provide daily exercise
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Treating Your Pets Like My Own

While I don’t have professional kennel or veterinary experience, I have spent years caring for dogs, including my own Goldendoodle. I regularly provide pet care for friends and family when they travel or need extra help. My experience includes feeding, walking, playtime, administering basic care, maintaining routines, and ensuring pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your furry family member, and I treat every dog as if they were my own. My goal is to provide dependable, attentive care so both pets and owners can feel at ease.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home, which gives me the flexibility to make pet care a natural part of my daily routine. I can plan my schedule around feeding, walks, playtime, and check-ins, and I’m flexible enough to adjust to each pet’s needs. Since I have my own dog, I’m already used to building care, exercise, and attention into my day. Whether it’s early mornings, midday, or evening care, I prioritize consistency so pets stay comfortable and on schedule. Caring for animals is something I enjoy and can reliably fit into my day.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I provide trust and safety in my home by maintaining a clean, secure, and pet-friendly environment where animals are closely supervised and cared for with consistency. I follow each pet’s routine as closely as possible, including feeding, walks, playtime, and check-ins, so they feel comfortable and secure. Since I have my own dog, I’m already experienced in creating a safe daily environment and paying attention to each pet’s needs. I also communicate clearly with pet owners and make sure I understand any special instructions, health concerns, or preferences before care begins. My goal is to give every pet a calm, reliable, and trustworthy home away from home.

Pets

A typical day

Since I work from home, your dog will have company throughout the day and won’t be left alone for long periods. I have a shaded walking trail right behind my house that’s perfect for daily walks, and there’s also a park nearby for a change of scenery. I’ll follow your dog’s usual routine with feeding, potty breaks, playtime, and plenty of attention. My goal is to make every dog feel safe, comfortable, and right at home while you’re away.

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Tessie can host up to 1 pet per night
Before your dog’s stay, I’d like to know their daily routine, feeding schedule, any medications or allergies, and how they get along with people and other dogs. It’s also helpful to know what they enjoy, what makes them nervous, and anything else that will help them feel comfortable while they’re with me.
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.