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Alex G.

Uptown, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•43 reviews
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Couch surfing for your canine

Pet care experience

Dipping my toe back into having a dog around since my greyhound crossed the rainbow Bridge. I work from home during the pandemic. During normal times I'm in the city my standard hours away from the house is 8-5, I do have a somewhat flexible schedule so if I need to pop home for a lunchtime walk it isn't a problem. Please contact me if you have any questions. I am located in lakeview, and there is a fire hydrant parking outside my building for easy drop off and pick-up. Why I love dog sitting I've had dogs most of my life, and all of my adult life. I've grown to enjoy the laid back nature of my greyhound, but I occasionally miss the excitement most dogs have seeing their owner after a time away.

Reviews

Allison C.
Dog Boarding • mars 30, 2024
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Alex is the best with wrigley! He makes us feel like he becomes part of his family while he is there. We are thankful for Alex!

Patti P.
Dog Boarding • déc. 31, 2023
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Alex is the best. He always takes great care of our dog when we go away. She gets her own vacation with him and runs to him willingly when we drop her off. Pictures are frequent. He really understands dogs.

Allison C.
Dog Boarding • déc. 27, 2023
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Alex took great care of our dog over the Christmas holiday! It was great to know he was being loved on.

Caroline R.
Dog Boarding • nov. 20, 2023
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Alex was wonderful! It was clear my dog was very loved and cared for. Will definitely book again!

About Alex G.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have ample years of dog ownership experience. I believe dogs are part of the family and should be cared for with love and affection.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alex G. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog interacts well with other dogs, and if they have any food aggression issues, cat issues or other training to work on

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I will take the dogs on walks, along lake shore trail it is a nice path with large grassy areas. If your dog likes being with people, we may go to the starbucks and have a drink on their patio. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I a couch, and mbed. If you'd like them to stay in a crate please bring it with you. Time I'll spend with your dog Except for sleeping and running errands I'm home with my dog all day.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night
House Sitting
in your home
$120per night

Alex can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Alex 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 from home. I am generally a home body not spending hours away from home. I take walks in the lakeshore trail that I would like some company for.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Alex G.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have ample years of dog ownership experience. I believe dogs are part of the family and should be cared for with love and affection.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alex G. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog interacts well with other dogs, and if they have any food aggression issues, cat issues or other training to work on

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I will take the dogs on walks, along lake shore trail it is a nice path with large grassy areas. If your dog likes being with people, we may go to the starbucks and have a drink on their patio. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I a couch, and mbed. If you'd like them to stay in a crate please bring it with you. Time I'll spend with your dog Except for sleeping and running errands I'm home with my dog all day.

Location

Chicago, IL

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Alex G.

Uptown, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•43 reviews