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Harlan B.

Star Sitter

Wellesley, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews
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Harlan B. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Large fenced yard, cute pictures!

Pet care experience

I have grown up with dogs my whole life. When I was a boy, we were blessed with four Akitas — I learned how to love large, energetic, high-maintenance dogs in a loving manner. Since, my family and I have welcomed other dogs into our home as well (e.g. a Basset Hound, a Pitbull mix). In my adulthood, I now enjoy providing the same love to other furry friends. I have a large fenced yard so your dog will get plenty of exercise. I also typically board several dogs at a time, which allows your dog to socialize in a fun environment. However, I’m always sure to be considerate of compatibility between dogs — I do an initial “meet and greet” to evaluate compatibility, and separate dogs when necessary. I am flexible and willing to do anything to help you and your pet. I am available to pick up or drop off your dog to make your life easier, and will always accommodate any special needs such as medication or food. If you have any other specialized pet needs (e.g. cat care — I grew up with cats as well!) I would love to hear from you. I look forward to hearing from you and welcoming your loved one into our pack!

Reviews

Diane M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 30, 2024
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Quick response and great communication. Thanks for watching Gus!

Caitlin G.
Dog Boarding • Apr 29, 2024
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We are so lucky we found Harlan to take care of our pups. We trust him 100%!

Peter G.
Dog Boarding • Apr 28, 2024
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Our dogs, Milo and Lacey, had a great time with Harlan who looked after them for a few days. He kept us up to date and sent regular photos of the dogs. We would definitely use Harlan again and recommend him.

Jess H.
Dog Boarding • Apr 22, 2024
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Harlan was a great sitter! Great at communicating and felt comfortable leaving my dog with him! Got picture updates as well! Highly recommend!

About Harlan B.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I offer a range of services, from boarding to walking. Dogs under my care are sure to get plenty of exercise with my large, fenced yard. They will make plenty of friends, too! For more energetic dogs, I am always eager to take an extra journey around the neighborhood.

Home

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

Information Harlan B. would like to know about your pet

My primary goal is to provide a fun, loving environment for your dog. This means that I would love to know any information that will make your dog feel more comfortable. Does your dog like a particular food, or a particular toy? Does your dog require any medications, or does your dog have any particular sensitivities around humans or other animals? To mitigate many of these issues, I often suggest a “meet and greet” to first time clients. I have found that this works wonderfully.

A typical day

When your dog stays with me, you can be sure you’ll be getting cute pictures of your dog having fun! These pictures can be from anywhere — my backyard, on a walk, or maybe on a hiking trail.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$88per night
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$40per walk
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Harlan can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Harlan can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am currently working part-time and am increasingly making dog-care a significant portion of my week. This comes with a focus on professionalism and responsibility while maintaining a fun environment. Almost every day, I am picking up, dropping off, and hanging out with new dogs!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Harlan B.

Communication

31 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I offer a range of services, from boarding to walking. Dogs under my care are sure to get plenty of exercise with my large, fenced yard. They will make plenty of friends, too! For more energetic dogs, I am always eager to take an extra journey around the neighborhood.

Home

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

Information Harlan B. would like to know about your pet

My primary goal is to provide a fun, loving environment for your dog. This means that I would love to know any information that will make your dog feel more comfortable. Does your dog like a particular food, or a particular toy? Does your dog require any medications, or does your dog have any particular sensitivities around humans or other animals? To mitigate many of these issues, I often suggest a “meet and greet” to first time clients. I have found that this works wonderfully.

A typical day

When your dog stays with me, you can be sure you’ll be getting cute pictures of your dog having fun! These pictures can be from anywhere — my backyard, on a walk, or maybe on a hiking trail.

Location

Wellesley, MA

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Harlan B.

Star Sitter

Wellesley, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews