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Craig L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Craig L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $99 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Structured Care for Adjusted Dogs

I have decades of hands-on experience caring for dogs and provide calm, structured, low-volume in-home boarding. My environment works best for dogs who already do well with routine, boundaries, and downtime, and who can settle and relax independently without constant human engagement. This care environment is designed for dogs who already come from homes that value calm behavior, emotional regulation, and the ability to disengage and self-soothe.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

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20 ratings
Alexandra C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 28, 2025

Craig took amazing care of our two pups while we travelled for the Christmas holiday. His place was absolutely perfect with the large back yard, and he also took them on many walks throughout the day. They had a great experience. Would absolutely recommend to anyone!

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Amanda M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 18, 2025

Craig was amazing. He sent all the updates and I could tell my pups were having a blast.

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Jamie T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 22, 2025

Craig really got to know Winnie and was an excellent caretaker! He’s clearly very knowledgeable about dogs, their behavior, and how to work with them. He was responsive, communicative, and sent photo and video updates. Would not hesitate to have Craig look after our high energy dog again!

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Corey N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 10, 2025

Craig was great! Lots of communication and went above and beyond. Jenkins loved his stay and will definitely be back!

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Jennifer J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 08, 2024

This was Visions first time with a sitter and away from her family. We were nervous with leaving her but she adjusted well. We were so pleased with the service and to see her so happy with her new friends. Craig was very patient, knowledgeable, excellent communication with keeping in touch and you can tell he really loves what he does. Even gave us great tips for Vision. We’ll definitely be returning in the future. Thank you guys so much for the way you handled our baby girl.

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Kali M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 24, 2023

Craig was great! He sent a lot of pictures of Ollie! He was very accommodating and responded quickly

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from a consistent daily routine that allows for regular walks, supervised yard time, structured rest periods, and predictable care throughout the day. My schedule is designed to support calm, stable boarding rather than constant activity and engagement.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

My home offers a quiet, structured environment with a fully fenced yard, daily walks, and consistent routines. Dogs here are expected to be comfortable with containment (crate or room-restricted) when resting or when I’m out of the house. This is not a chaotic setting. Structure and predictability are part of the care.

A typical day

Days here are calm and predictable: walks, structured play, rest time, and quiet enrichment. I prioritize mental decompression over constant stimulation. This environment works best for dogs who do well with routine and clear expectations, and can settle well.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Craig can host up to 2 pets per night
Before reaching out, please consider whether your dog: • Can settle independently without constant engagement • Is comfortable being crated or contained • Has a consistent diet and generally solid stools • Does not mark indoors or have unmanaged anxiety If you’re unsure about these, I may not be the best fit — and that’s okay. My goal is a calm, low-stress stay for everyone.
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.