Pet Sitting Potter Valley

“Rio provided us with so much peace of mind while we were away. We received multiple pictures from each visit and it looked like our cats were happy to see Rio each day.”

Ashley N.

About: Dogs have been my passion for as long as I can remember. As a child, I spent much of my free time learning about different breeds, canine behavior, body language, health, grooming, and training. As an adult, that passion has only grown, and I have been fortunate enough to turn my lifelong love of dogs into a career. I have over eight years of professional experience working with dogs, including six years as a groomer and trainer at a boarding, grooming, and training facility, followed by two years as a professional groomer in a veterinary setting. Throughout my career, I have worked with dogs of all breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments. In addition to my hands-on experience, I have completed numerous online and in-person educational programs through organizations such as the American Kennel Club (AKC) and industry conferences including the Pasadena Groom & Kennel Expo. My continuing education has included canine behavior and body language, canine CPR and first aid, breed standards and breed-specific grooming techniques, behavior modification, working safely with aggressive dogs, and training dogs with behavioral challenges. I believe there is always more to learn, and I am passionate about continuing my education so I can provide the highest level of care possible. One of my greatest strengths is understanding canine body language and behavior. I am highly proficient at recognizing stress signals, fear responses, anxiety, overstimulation, excitement, and other behavioral cues. Over the years, I have worked with everything from easygoing family pets to dogs struggling with reactivity, resource guarding, anxiety, fear-based behaviors, and other behavioral challenges. Understanding why a dog is behaving a certain way allows me to create a positive, safe, and low-stress experience tailored to each individual dog. I have also spent years fostering and grooming dogs for our local Humane Society, often taking on dogs that need extra patience, confidence-building, socialization, training, or behavioral support. Helping these dogs grow and succeed has been one of the most rewarding parts of my work. My experience as a groomer has taught me the importance of being observant and proactive. Groomers often see dogs more frequently than veterinarians and spend extended periods of time closely examining a dog's skin, coat, ears, eyes, feet, movement, and overall condition. Throughout my career, I have helped many clients identify potential concerns that later warranted veterinary attention, including food and environmental allergies, chronic skin conditions, ear infections, unusual lumps or bumps, coat changes, mobility concerns, and other health issues. While I never diagnose medical conditions, I take pride in recognizing when something appears unusual and encouraging owners to seek veterinary care. In many cases, early recognition helped owners find answers sooner and allowed their pets to receive treatment before problems became more serious or caused prolonged discomfort. I currently live on 10 acres with my three dogs: two Chihuahua mixes that I adopted as foster failures from the Humane Society and a Standard Poodle who has become somewhat of a local celebrity. Thanks to my grooming experience, he is known for his creative trims and has won local Halloween costume contests. He has also participated in community events where he helped demonstrate proper grooming and brushing techniques for pet owners. His friendly, outgoing personality and love of meeting new people are a reflection of the training, socialization, and care that I believe every dog deserves. Every dog is unique, and I believe exceptional care starts with understanding each dog's individual personality, needs, and communication style. Whether your dog needs a fun place to stay, specialized handling, extra patience, or simply someone who genuinely understands and loves dogs, my goal is to provide a safe, enriching, and low-stress environment where they feel comfortable, secure, and cared for like one of my own. As a stay-at-home mom, my daily routine allows me to spend a significant amount of time at home, which means your pet will receive plenty of attention, supervision, and companionship throughout the day. My dogs are an important part of our family's daily life, and caring for animals is already built into my routine. Each day includes feeding, potty breaks, exercise, playtime, enrichment activities, grooming as needed, and plenty of affection. Because I live on 10 acres, there is ample space for walks, exploration, and outdoor time, all while being carefully supervised. I also make it a priority to monitor each dog's behavior, comfort level, and overall well-being so I can adapt activities to their individual needs and personality. Whether your dog is energetic and loves to play, enjoys exploring outdoors, or prefers relaxing and receiving attention, I strive to provide a safe, structured, and low-stress environment where they feel comfortable and cared for. Since I am home throughout the day, your pet will not be left alone for long periods and will receive the same level of attention and care that I give my own dogs. *************************************** 🐾 ⭐ PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING ⭐ 🐾 To help me provide the best possible care, please let me know if your dog or cat has any special needs, including medications, dietary restrictions, food or skin allergies, resource guarding, behavioral concerns, or anything else I should be aware of. 💊 Medication administration is always FREE! I do not charge extra for administering oral, topical, or injectable medications, provided I can safely accommodate your pet's needs. --- ⭐ ADDITIONAL FEES & BOOKING ADJUSTMENTS ⭐ 🐾 Female Pets in Heat — $10/day Applies to female dogs or cats in heat, including if their heat cycle begins during their stay. 🐾 Excessive Barking — $10/day Applies to dogs with persistent or excessive barking that requires ongoing intervention or additional management. Normal barking or a reasonable adjustment period is not charged. 🐾 Not Crate Trained — $10/day Applies to dogs who cannot safely or calmly settle in a crate when necessary and require significant additional supervision. Normal whining or a brief adjustment period is not charged. 🐾 Frequent Potty/Litter Box Accidents — $10/day Applies after three accidents inside the home or outside the litter box during a stay. The first two accidents are not charged. 🐾 Urine Spraying or Territorial Marking — $10/day Applies to dogs or cats displaying any urine spraying or territorial marking, even a single occurrence. Marking is considered separate from ordinary potty accidents. 🐾 Individual Separation Required — $10/day Applies when a pet requires ongoing separation from other animals or household members due to aggression, resource guarding, reactivity, escape attempts, or other behavioral or safety concerns. Simply being shy, preferring solitude, or needing time to adjust does not result in a separation fee. I can accommodate pets who need their own space! --- 🐾 WHY ARE THERE ADDITIONAL FEES? These fees help cover the extra cleaning, sanitizing, laundry, supervision, and individual care that some pets may require beyond a typical stay. I understand that pets are individuals and that occasional accidents, nervousness, or an adjustment period in a new environment are completely normal! These fees are not intended to penalize pets for ordinary behavior, but rather to account for situations requiring significantly more time, attention, or management. All dogs receive frequent potty breaks, with large dogs going outside at least once every hour and small dogs at least once every 30 minutes, plus additional breaks whenever needed. Your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being will always be my priority. Any necessary booking adjustments will be discussed with you, and pets requiring separate accommodations will still receive plenty of attention, affection, and appropriate care! --- 🛁🐩 PROFESSIONAL DOG & CAT GROOMING AVAILABLE! In addition to boarding and daycare, I offer professional grooming services for both dogs and cats! I have nearly a decade of hands-on grooming experience, including working in a veterinary clinic. Grooming can be added to your pet's stay or scheduled separately. Feel free to reach out for grooming options and pricing! 🚗 PICKUP & DROP-OFF — $1/MILE Optional transportation is available within 60 miles of my home. Mileage is calculated for the entire round trip, including travel to your location and back. For example, if you live 5 miles away, pickup would be $10 (5 miles there + 5 miles back). Drop-off is calculated the same way if requested. Rover may initially display a $100 flat transportation fee. This will be adjusted to the correct mileage-based price once I receive your address. The safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet in my care are always my highest priorities. Before accepting a booking, I take the time to learn about each dog's personality, routine, temperament, medical needs, and any behavioral concerns so I can provide care tailored specifically to them. At my home, dogs enjoy a spacious country setting on 10 acres. In addition to the large property, I have secure fenced areas available for supervised outdoor time, play, and potty breaks. Dogs are never left outdoors unattended, and I closely monitor all interactions between pets to ensure everyone remains safe and comfortable. Because of my professional background in grooming, training, fostering, and canine behavior, I pay close attention to body language and behavior at all times. I am highly skilled at recognizing early signs of stress, anxiety, fear, overstimulation, or conflict and can make adjustments before situations escalate. New dogs are introduced thoughtfully and at a pace appropriate for their comfort level. I understand that not every dog enjoys socializing with other dogs, and some pets may be more comfortable having their own space. For this reason, I have the ability to safely separate dogs when needed and can accommodate dogs that prefer limited interaction, require individual attention, need separate feeding arrangements, or simply do better in a quieter environment. My goal is always to set each dog up for success based on their individual needs rather than expecting every dog to fit the same routine. I maintain fresh water at all times, carefully follow feeding and medication instructions, and take precautions to ensure dogs cannot access anything unsafe. I am also trained in canine CPR and first aid, providing owners with additional peace of mind that their pets are in knowledgeable and capable hands. When caring for pets in a client's home, I strive to maintain their normal routine as closely as possible. Consistency helps reduce stress and allows pets to feel secure in their familiar environment. I carefully follow all instructions regarding feeding, medications, exercise, household rules, and special needs. I also provide regular updates and photos so owners can feel confident knowing their pets are safe, happy, and receiving excellent care. Every dog is unique, and my goal is always to create a safe, structured, low-stress environment where they feel comfortable, respected, and cared for like one of my own. *************************************** 🐾 ⭐ PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING ⭐ 🐾 To help me provide the best possible care, please let me know if your dog or cat has any special needs, including medications, dietary restrictions, food or skin allergies, resource guarding, behavioral concerns, or anything else I should be aware of. 💊 Medication administration is always FREE! I do not charge extra for administering oral, topical, or injectable medications, provided I can safely accommodate your pet's needs. --- ⭐ ADDITIONAL FEES & BOOKING ADJUSTMENTS ⭐ 🐾 Female Pets in Heat — $10/day Applies to female dogs or cats in heat, including if their heat cycle begins during their stay. 🐾 Excessive Barking — $10/day Applies to dogs with persistent or excessive barking that requires ongoing intervention or additional management. Normal barking or a reasonable adjustment period is not charged. 🐾 Not Crate Trained — $10/day Applies to dogs who cannot safely or calmly settle in a crate when necessary and require significant additional supervision. Normal whining or a brief adjustment period is not charged. 🐾 Frequent Potty/Litter Box Accidents — $10/day Applies after three accidents inside the home or outside the litter box during a stay. The first two accidents are not charged. 🐾 Urine Spraying or Territorial Marking — $10/day Applies to dogs or cats displaying any urine spraying or territorial marking, even a single occurrence. Marking is considered separate from ordinary potty accidents. 🐾 Individual Separation Required — $10/day Applies when a pet requires ongoing separation from other animals or household members due to aggression, resource guarding, reactivity, escape attempts, or other behavioral or safety concerns. Simply being shy, preferring solitude, or needing time to adjust does not result in a separation fee. I can accommodate pets who need their own space! --- 🐾 WHY ARE THERE ADDITIONAL FEES? These fees help cover the extra cleaning, sanitizing, laundry, supervision, and individual care that some pets may require beyond a typical stay. I understand that pets are individuals and that occasional accidents, nervousness, or an adjustment period in a new environment are completely normal! These fees are not intended to penalize pets for ordinary behavior, but rather to account for situations requiring significantly more time, attention, or management. All dogs receive frequent potty breaks, with large dogs going outside at least once every hour and small dogs at least once every 30 minutes, plus additional breaks whenever needed. Your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being will always be my priority. Any necessary booking adjustments will be discussed with you, and pets requiring separate accommodations will still receive plenty of attention, affection, and appropriate care! --- 🛁🐩 PROFESSIONAL DOG & CAT GROOMING AVAILABLE! In addition to boarding and daycare, I offer professional grooming services for both dogs and cats! I have nearly a decade of hands-on grooming experience, including working in a veterinary clinic. Grooming can be added to your pet's stay or scheduled separately. Feel free to reach out for grooming options and pricing! 🚗 PICKUP & DROP-OFF — $1/MILE Optional transportation is available within 60 miles of my home. Mileage is calculated for the entire round trip, including travel to your location and back. For example, if you live 5 miles away, pickup would be $10 (5 miles there + 5 miles back). Drop-off is calculated the same way if requested. Rover may initially display a $100 flat transportation fee. This will be adjusted to the correct mileage-based price once I receive your address.

“Alexis was very easy to work with. She came to my house twice a day to take care of our older dog and two energetic puppies. She took them on walks in our pasture and let them romp. They were well taken care of and did not have to leave their home. It was my first experience using Rover and it was great! I will definitely is Alexis again ?”

Frankie B.

About: I’ve had dogs since I can remember, I love walking them, cuddles and keeping your fur babies company while your away. I'm comfortable working with all types of animals. I have ample experience pet sitting for house pets like dogs & cats. I currently work from home, walk on my lunches and will be home all day to keep your fur babies company. They can come in and out as needed. I have a fenced yard, two friendly fur babies to keep your fur baby company. One cat she’s mostly outside. Can walk the dogs in the vineyard.

“Diego did a phenomenal job with our 3 cats while we were on a weekend trip! He sent updates and pictures on every visit and we could tell our kitties had a great time! They were happy and relaxed when we got home.”

Patricia E.

About: Ever since I was a kid I’ve had a passion for animals, and animal care. I genuinely love working with them, dogs are my strong point, and I have years of experience as well as have some training under my belt. I also am experienced in handling reptiles and large livestock! 🥰 I also wanna state that I can and am always willing to help out, however I do have a job I work Monday through Friday during the early afternoon to evening, so usually anything after 4 or 5pm works for me best! I work part time at a dealership in Santa Rosa, so I do have a lot of free time! I don’t mind over nights, and I don’t mind early mornings if need be! I’m very flexible with my schedule! Tell me what you need and I’ll do my best to accommodate your requests! I am very trustworthy, and since I love all animals I will always go above and beyond to treat your fur-babies like royalty! Animals are so important to me, sometimes I enjoy their presence more than people! I have experience in the veterinary technician field and all my friends and family say I am great with animals. Usually pets or animals come up to me when they don’t like others! I would treat your fur-babies as if they were my own, ALWAYS!