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Alon S.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
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Services

Alon can care for

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

Availability

Hi! I work a job with three days a week in person, so 4 days a week I can spend entirely with your pup, and for those three days a week I can be gone from 8-3, and can happily return for Lunchtime walks and socialization. For those four guaranteed days I'm flexible as to your needs, and for nighttime sitting I am flexible any day of the week!

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About Alon S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Taking care of pets needs is my specialty, and I'm happy to use owner provided tools to take care of your pets, including brushing and toy entertainment! As my book of business grows I'm happy to expand my operations to earn your trust and keep your pets as excited to see me as I am to meet them!

Information Alon S. would like to know about your pet

I have no special preferences as to breeds or species of pet, but please let me know at the time of request and/or booking any things I should be aware of. The only thing I don’t need to be told is if your animal doesn’t like men, because that’s never been an issue (even for pets I’ve been extensively warned about!)

A typical day

I’m a big fan of holistic enrichment with any pet, a tired pet is a well-behaved one and that includes athletic games like fetch, chasing around the yard, socialization and obedience training, as well as (with your consent) playtime at local parks)!

Location

Gaithersburg, MD

Alon S.'s Neighborhood

Human Goldendoodle aims to please!

Pet care experience

Hi! I'm Sherm, and I've been a dog owner for more than a decade. I'm actually pretty famous among my friends for converting their dogs they claim to hate men, it usually only takes 10 minutes or so! I know how much our pets are family to us, and so I'm happy to update you on the time I spend with them, as well as offer training in obedience and socialization. My last pup was a toy breed who scrapped with Pitbulls for fun before I trained her, so I can handle breeds of high energy and high mentality!

Reviews

Tammy T.
House Sitting • avr. 14, 2026
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Best dog sitter ever 🐾

Penny P.
House Sitting • mars 02, 2026
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Alon took very good care of our aging Norwegian Elkhound. Alon was faced with an unexpected snowstorm and had to clear our LONG driveway so he could exit. Our house was warm clean and inviting upon our late return.

Lara M.
House Sitting • janv. 23, 2026
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Sherm was amazing! He took excellent care of our fur baby and our apt while we were away. He sent pictures and was very prompt in all communication. Our kitty was struggling with the "new person in my house" phase, and he did a great job making her feel comfortable and safe. He was so patient and reassuring that she was loafing in his lap by the end of the stay. He also left the apt very clean. Would absolutely rebook and recommend!

Rebecca D.
House Sitting • janv. 11, 2026
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Sherm was great, especially, so last minute! He was great with Marty and was responsive for requests of pictures and updates. We are very thankful!

About Alon S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Taking care of pets needs is my specialty, and I'm happy to use owner provided tools to take care of your pets, including brushing and toy entertainment! As my book of business grows I'm happy to expand my operations to earn your trust and keep your pets as excited to see me as I am to meet them!

Information Alon S. would like to know about your pet

I have no special preferences as to breeds or species of pet, but please let me know at the time of request and/or booking any things I should be aware of. The only thing I don’t need to be told is if your animal doesn’t like men, because that’s never been an issue (even for pets I’ve been extensively warned about!)

A typical day

I’m a big fan of holistic enrichment with any pet, a tired pet is a well-behaved one and that includes athletic games like fetch, chasing around the yard, socialization and obedience training, as well as (with your consent) playtime at local parks)!

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Alon S.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews