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Chad S.

4.8 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Chad S.

4.8 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $36 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Your Dog's Home Away from Home

I've owned small and large dogs throughout my life - all are special and loved as part of my family. My children (16 and 19) and I have watched our neighbor's dogs (along with turtles, fish, plants, etc.) and treated them as if they were our own.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.8
stars
25 ratings
Paige Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 02, 2026

Chad was great! Sent a text every day with an update with paisley! Has a great back yard for her to run in and his dog Lucy is very sweet! Will definitely use him again :)

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Douglas B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 23, 2026

Chad was great with Simon and his huge backyard gave plenty of room to run. Chad was “assisted “ by his little doodle, Lucy. When back to the Grand Rapids area in the future Chad will be our first choice.

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Kacie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 13, 2026

Chad is always so pleasant and takes great care of my quirky dog Murphy. He sends plenty of updates and debriefs me on how the stay went. Murphy always comes home tuckered out after a weekend of fun. I highly recommend booking with Chad!

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Kara D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026

Chad took excellent care of my two-year-old Goldendoodle, Lila. This was her second stay with him. She loves running around in Chad's enclosed backyard with his dog. I would recommend!

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Leah P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 01, 2026

Chad is our favorite dog sitter!

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Leah P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 11, 2026

Chad is a delight to work with! It feels like our boy is having a sleepover at a friend's house - he comes home so happy and exhausted! We couldn't ask for a better sitter!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a full-time professor on summer break, allowing me the freedom to be available to watch, walk, interact with, and care for not only my own Mini Goldendoodles, but up to two additional small or medium sized dogs.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We live at the end of a cul-de-sac with a large fenced in yard with a 12 lb Mini Goldendoodle to keep your loved fur babies company. I am able to crate your dog if needed. Additionally, I have found that many owners enjoy having daily pictures sent to them of their dogs enjoying their vacation here.

Pets

A typical day

We enjoy playing with the dogs in the backyard and taking them for walks - it stimulates them mentally and physically. My neighborhood is filled with kids and other dogs, all great for a curious dog to watch.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Chad can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know if your dog has any special care requirements. I make every effort to assure dogs, including mine, are friendly toward one another.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.