Wendy M.
Bakersfield, CA




Enthusiastic animal lover
Pet care experience
Hi There, My husband and I have ALWAYS been animal lovers. I personally have always had a special connection with them. We started with a dream to love what we do so that we would never feel like we had to work. Here we are after 18 years together, Happier than ever and love what we do. My husband Timothy and I along with our 3 kids reside in a beautiful open, and clean oasis in the Northwest Bakersfield with our 2 friendly and super socialized fur babies Daenerys and Zero. Timothy and I offer our home and our love and care for your fur kids while you are away. It brings us so much happiness and healing being around such wonderful animals. We will treat your animals as they were our own...well-loved A.K.A. spoiled :). Our Home stays as ZEN and joyful as possible. The Grounds: Our home is situated on a quiet street and sitting on a third of an acre. We have a very relaxing dog friendly back yard, with a large grass area and a large gazebo with misting system for fun those warmer days out in the sun. We also have a paved area with lots of shade and misters. There are three water stations in the back yard. We do have a pool that is completely fenced. Our two fruit trees and mature trees provide shade and comfort for our clients. We have tons of toys, balls, frisbees for play time! We love watching the dogs zoom around the yard or joining in with my girls' chasing butterflies. Our Home We have a beautiful and clean open style Ranch home with tile floors throughout the kitchen, dining, and living room. Each area is equipped with large area rugs with nice comfy pads under them for great naps. All of our guests are welcome to roam freely in our home and encouraged to be comfortable. All of our guests choose where they want to sleep. We have several memory foam large dog beds that we wash the covers on regularly. Along with the dog beds there are super comfy clean blankets for them to cuddle up with. For those clients who sleep in a crate we ask that you bring it, and we will put them in our bedroom. Those who do not sleep in crates are more than welcome to join me on my California King bed or in any of the dog beds located throughout the house and bedrooms. Feeding: We ask that you provide your pups food so that we can keep their tummy's from getting upset. We also provide grain free treats and adhere to a dietary restriction. All of our clients are fed in their own space and are always monitored. We also have experience with administering medicine or wound care etc. Let us know how we can help and love your fur kids. We have taken care of numerous animals from all ages for 30+ years. We have rescued a few animals together over the years and they have lived out their lives happy. We also have ample experience house training puppies and have taken care of the needs of senior pets.
Reviews

I have used Wendy regularly for over a year; we recently switched sitters because she was no longer available during the week. I know my dog is comfortable with her and her family. HOWEVER, In April I booked a weekend stay from Friday morning until Sunday evening. Wendy gladly accepted the request and was paid. Wednesday May 8, two days before we leave, Wendy messages me to tell me she is excited to see my dog and unavailable on Saturday from 8am-4pm because she has horseback riding. She does not express any indication that the weekend stay needed to be canceled. I was a bit taken back by this because of the late notice and inconvenience, but it was too late to find another sitter for the weekend, so I used my regular daily sitter. (Yes, I paid for two Rover sitters at the same time, already absolutely ridiculous). On Friday I hadn't heard back from Wendy, so I drop my dog off at the prescheduled time. She was not home, but her daughter was, which was normal, but said she was not expecting us. Very unusual behavior, in addition to Wendy's lack of communication. Saturday, my dog is dropped off at 8am by Wendy to my daily sitter while I am in another state. I get a message from my daily sitter at 5:30pm asking when Wendy will be returning, as I only booked her until 4pm. Wendy does not respond until 8pm, saying her horseback riding training was running late. At 10:30 PM the daily sitter messages me asking again when Wendy is arriving. Sunday morning, I woke up to a message from Wendy saying her training finished at 3:30 am. Wendy had still not picked up my dog, instead she manually adjusted the visit that was scheduled in April to reflect her unprofessional behavior. Wendy left my dog at a day-sitter's house knowing I only booked this sitter until 4pm the day before, and honestly should not have had to book at all. I messaged Wendy Sunday morning asking where she was, and she replied she was at church. Wendy never picked my dog up from the day sitters home. The day sitter had to cancel several plans and my vacation, which should have been a relaxing experience, was riddled with anxiety and worry about where my dog is and who is watching him. I have never experienced such unprofessional behavior. I am truly appalled that someone would commit to a responsibility, be paid for work, and then be so disrespectfully irresponsible.

Emmitt’s first day was amazing! Wendy greeted us at the door and was extremely patient with him as he meekly sniffed around. It was obvious she loves caring for pets and my dog was comfortable with her care. Throughout the day she sent action shots of Emmitt which eased my nervousness about leaving him with a new provider. At the end of the day Wendy and her girls “dogs” were great!

Wendy was so amazing! Super communicative and my dog had a great time! Loved all the photos she sent to let me know my pup was having fun!

Wendy is just so good with my dog. So patient and wonderful and totally understands, River (my dogs) temperament. And I truly do appreciate it.
About Wendy M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your dog if required. Animal Lover!!!
Home
Information Wendy M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know before hand if your fur baby needs any special attention. If anything makes your dog uncomfortable or if your fur baby needs some help in a area of training just let me know and I will do my best to make your dog as comfortable as I can and work on whatever training needs you would like.
A typical day
During the hot summer days your fur baby and I will spend time inside where it's cool as often as your pup would like. I do have a doggy pool and misting system in my backyard so if your pup loves running around and playing outdoors I still have the space needed to help keep them cool.
Services
Wendy can host
Wendy can watch in your home
Availability
Pet care is always top priority in our home. There is someone home at all times when pets are in our care. Never Left Alone.
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About Wendy M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your dog if required. Animal Lover!!!
Home
Information Wendy M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know before hand if your fur baby needs any special attention. If anything makes your dog uncomfortable or if your fur baby needs some help in a area of training just let me know and I will do my best to make your dog as comfortable as I can and work on whatever training needs you would like.
A typical day
During the hot summer days your fur baby and I will spend time inside where it's cool as often as your pup would like. I do have a doggy pool and misting system in my backyard so if your pup loves running around and playing outdoors I still have the space needed to help keep them cool.
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Pets


Wendy M.
Bakersfield, CA