About Us

Nargiz Ermatova and family
North Location

Nargiz Ermatova, a dog lover and experienced caregiver based in San Mateo. She has been caring for dogs of all sizes for years and loves giving them attention, playtime, and plenty of cuddles. She also enjoys cooking, painting, and spending time outdoors. Your dog will be treated like part of Nargiz’s family!

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Leila Gates.
South Location

Leila Gates recently moved to the Bay Area and has started the second location for Hound Away From Home. She has over a decade of experience caring for dogs. Working from home with her homeschooling teenage daughters, they provide round-the-clock companionship and personalized care for each dog.

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Nargiz
Owner

Selena Trotter is very passionate about dogs and caring for them, and helps Leila and Nargiz run their businesses so that they can spend their time loving dogs. While not physically close anymore, Selena is in close contact with each of them so that we can ensure the smooth business operations of Hound Away from Home.