Advice on who to contact or suggestions?

Deb nicely stated her answer, I'll just add on to that.

It's on us as sitters to control what they have access to. I've had dogs with split second destructiveness.

The ones I've had that have been destructive have been high energy dogs, frustrated b/c they wanted/needed some serious exercise that I couldn't provide. Their destructiveness was an outlet of that frustration. The dog you describe sounds like that type.

If the dog is panting like you describe, it is stressed. You could additionally have a dog with anxiety issues.

What to do about it? Constant vigilance. Restrict access through use of gates. Wear the dog out via exercise. Give him/her a quiet place to settle, free of visual distractions. And ALWAYS insist on a MnG.

When you're boarding dogs, property damage is not an 'if', it's usually a 'when'. If you control the circumstances properly that 'when' could be 'very infrequently'.

First, to control the wild activity level running, chasing cats, and breaking personal objects as well as pooping inside, the easiest & quickest fix is to use either an indoor playpen or gate a room where you designate where he stays. Of course, you can give him access beyond that when possible by having him essentially tethered to you by way of his leash and wherever you go he goes, so you can instantly use commands to cease unwanted behavior while he's under very tight security. As for the personal property damage, Rover's policy is basically that the owner isn't liable. When the owner returns, you could nicely tell them you wish they had agreed to a meet & greet prior to booking because once the stay began you realized that his energy level wasn't a match for your household (which includes your cats) and in the process of him having fun, he broke a lamp and tore up the couch. If you're really lucky, they may feel bad enough to offer some compensation since they did not want a meet & greet.

I have the same problem. This is my first time dog sitting this dog and she's been getting into things. I keep her in my room so she doesn't get into anything in the house. Because I take care of my handicap mother I have to leave my room from time to time. Even thought I put stuff away so she doesn't damage anything she still find away. Today I went to help my mom and came back to see my bed sheets and pillows on the floor along with my TV remote and PS4 controller on the floor. Examining the controller she chewed up a piece of it. I contacted the owner but they have not respond back to me.

I completely agree with what was already said. I would say it definitely sounds like at least part of the problem is the dog is anxious and stressed out. I would absolutely let the owner know - gently but honestly- that the dog seems to be stressed out, and ask if he has separation anxiety or has experienced stress before and ask what the owners do about it. I would also diffuse some soothing aromatherapy (lavender and vanilla are good ones you can get anywhere) or you can even put some on his paws, if he'll let you, or even rub it on his neck (dilute with coconut, olive, or some other oil). If he finds a crate calming (and doesn't go ballistic) you can place him in a crate with a cozy blanket from home or bully stick or other chewable item he enjoys. If he's familiar with crates or even likes cozy spaces this will be comforting to him. Good luck!

Hi,

I’d suggest letting the owners know instantly what’s going on with their pet. It sounds to me like it’s stress and that’s why he’s being “wild.” Finding something to distract the dog will help you out a lot. Maybe a good carrot to chew on, a filled kong or a good bone to chew on. If you do not want anything destroyed maybe relocate them to a safer spot?