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Serena M.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•252 reviews
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Doggie's Dream Vacation Location!

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Hello - my name is Serena and I am blessed to have the best job in the whole wide world! I get to spend my days and evenings being surrounded by dogs and spending nearly every waking hour when its above freezing with them in my large fully fenced in garden which is set on twenty acres of woodland. Our house is open plan with doggie doors providing 24-7 access to the back garden with water bowls, tennis balls and toys to be found in nearly every corner! Throughout the summer your doggies get to swim every day if they want to and they are always fully chaperoned at all times! I pride myself on treating your dog like my own when they are staying with me and they are loved and played with and cuddled just as much as they want! Like I said - I truly believe I have the best job in the world! Be they young, old, frail or full of energy - we love them all and do our absolute best to make sure they get all the love, attention and fun in the world when they are staying with us! I have been surrounded by dogs my whole life whilst I grew up in England and then emigrated to the USA in the mid 1990's and I feel I have a great understanding of how they think. I always offer a complimentary "visit" for a few hours to familiarize both the parents and the dog with their upcoming vacation home - the comfort of both you and your dog is my primary objective in all cases. My other passions in life include rescuing English Springer Spaniels in association with MAESSR and my whole family take such pride and joy in rehabilitating a lost soul and sending them out to their forever families healthy, happy and ready to live their life filled with happiness, cuddles and tennis balls! Feel free to come around and meet my husband and I - we would love to meet you too!

Reviews

Donna A.
Dog Boarding • Apr 11, 2024
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Zuri was treated like a princess during her 3 week stay. She got loving attention from Serena, and was so happy playing with the other pups that we felt guilty bringing her home to just us! Serena is a true professional. She treats her pups and their parents with sensitivity, care and joy in her work.

Donna A.
Dog Boarding • Feb 12, 2024
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A wonderful experience all around. We give it 5 out of 5 woofs!

Jamie D.
Dog Boarding • Apr 10, 2023
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Our family was able to enjoy our vacation knowing that our fur baby was in such amazing care. Our dog was happy, healthy, and tired when we picked him up. Serena sent us pictures of our dog while we were away and even got his stomach back on track. We couldn’t be happier with the level of care and attention she provided our dog.

Danielle M.
Dog Boarding • Jun 27, 2022
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This is the second time we have used Serena and she is wonderful. Our dog loves staying at her house and we love knowing that he is so well taken care of.

About Serena M.

Communication

147 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I treat them like my own. We have a fully fenced in back yard with a dog door which gives them 24/7 access to the back garden.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Serena M. would like to know about your pet

I think its great if we all can meet before your dog comes on holiday to my house! That way, I can make sure that everyone has what they need and want to play with!!!!! When arrival day comes, they remember me, my three permanent dogs and my house so its a lot easier for them!

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks Walks can be tailored to suit owner requirements. Walks can be solo or with other dogs. Gravel roads, neighborhood walks, woodland hikes are all available where I live. Splashing about in the stream is always fun and chasing the squirrels in the back garden is a Must! Your dog's sleeping arrangement Either with the other dogs or in a separate room if requested. You may bring his/her bed or we can supply one for your doggie. I would love to say that I have never had a doggie sneak onto my bed in the middle of the night when I am asleep - but that would not be true! Time I'll spend with your dog All day! I gave up my career to focus on my three young teenagers so I am home and don't leave for more than one hour during the day. I believe very strongly that you are paying for me to take great care of your doggie - not leave them to fend for themselves in any way.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$58per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$40per day

Serena can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Availability

From the moment I wake up to the time I go to sleep the pups are my priority! They follow me everywhere I go! Wouldn't have it any other way!

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Serena M.

Communication

147 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I treat them like my own. We have a fully fenced in back yard with a dog door which gives them 24/7 access to the back garden.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Serena M. would like to know about your pet

I think its great if we all can meet before your dog comes on holiday to my house! That way, I can make sure that everyone has what they need and want to play with!!!!! When arrival day comes, they remember me, my three permanent dogs and my house so its a lot easier for them!

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks Walks can be tailored to suit owner requirements. Walks can be solo or with other dogs. Gravel roads, neighborhood walks, woodland hikes are all available where I live. Splashing about in the stream is always fun and chasing the squirrels in the back garden is a Must! Your dog's sleeping arrangement Either with the other dogs or in a separate room if requested. You may bring his/her bed or we can supply one for your doggie. I would love to say that I have never had a doggie sneak onto my bed in the middle of the night when I am asleep - but that would not be true! Time I'll spend with your dog All day! I gave up my career to focus on my three young teenagers so I am home and don't leave for more than one hour during the day. I believe very strongly that you are paying for me to take great care of your doggie - not leave them to fend for themselves in any way.

Location

Fairfax, VA

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Serena M.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•252 reviews