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Thelma C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
136 repeat clients
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Thelma C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
136 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $42 per night

Highlights

Thelma has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
27 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Retired couple who truly love dogs.

I have loved dogs since childhood however as many children was not allowed to have a dog. As soon as I was gainfully employed I adopted my first fur baby, a miniature poodle who passed at age 14. While my children were growing up, we had a Chocolate Labrador Retriever and toy and miniature poodles who have since passed. Currently, my fur baby, is a toy poodle. My husband and I are now retired and want to do what we love, that is, care for pups.

Qualifications

136 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
27 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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250 ratings
Ann G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 28, 2026

Benz enjoys his time at Thelma's house!

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Deborah B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 24, 2026

Thelma is a great sitter, reliable and trustworthy. Katie enjoyed her stay at her lovely home. It is such a relief to know that Katie is being well cared for. We look forward to using Thelma again in the near future.

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Kimberly M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 20, 2026

My mini-golden doodle loved her stay. Thelma has 2 small poodles, whom my girl played with fine. Thelma has a lovely home with a fenced-in backyard, and she takes the dogs for a walk around her neighborhood several times a day. My girl is tired after her weekend stay - always a good sign :-) We will be sure to book with Thelma again!

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John H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 05, 2026

Thelma is a pro. Maggie did well with Thelma and her gang. We really appreciated Thelma’s updates in the initial days of Maggie’s stay. Maggie returned home in a much better state than she does in previous stays at a kennel. We will definitely use her again!!

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Mary P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 09, 2025

Thelma is the best. Beatrice does well in a home setting, feels safe, and doesn't come home stressed. I trust Thelma -- she treats Bea like one of her own. Highly recommend.

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Dot S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 29, 2025

Gabe had another super visit. Was able to play with his buddy! Thelma even accommodated to take Gabe early.

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Schedule

My husband and I are retired and available during the week and weekends for pup care. We are flexible with respect to pickup and drop off times but prefer not earlier than 7:30am or later than 9pm.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is hedge fenced with tie outs. The pups are always supervised outside and on the lanai. The pups sleep in our office or laundry room and never sleep alone. We will crate your pup if recommended.

Pets

A typical day

One to two mile long walks through the neighborhood, if the pup is able. Trips to nearby dog parks if requested. Swimming if pup is inclined and weather permitting. Lots of toys to play with if pup is so inclined.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Thelma can host up to 3 pets per night
Will not care for pitbulls, German shepherds, Doberman pinschers, bulldogs. House training, friendly with other dogs and/or children, walking and barking behaviors, crate training, vaccination status.
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.