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Dale S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients
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Dale S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Dale has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
29 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Allow your pet to relax in my home.

I require. Bordetella, Parvo, Distemper and Rabies vaccinations for Boarding/Daycare documentation must be presented prior to Dropoff) I've taken care of both dogs and cats most of my adult life, I also have boarded friends and families pets over the years. I current have a 4 year old Shih Tzu, 14 year Yorkie/Shih Tzu mix he is diabetic I'm experienced with dogs with the same condition. 1 year old Shih tzu and 9 month old Shih Tzu. If your pet stays on a friday's whether day care or overnight, I bathe all dogs at no extra charge with permission from owner. (IF TIME PERMITS) I'am home full time, Your pet will have 24/7 supervision. And the attention your fur baby deserves and needs. They will have free roam of my house. I have a fenced in back yard they will have free roam of the entire yard as well as the inside of my home, If they are bed sleepers more than welcome to sleep on beds and furniture. (FIRST TIME CLIENTS USE PROMO CODE: DALES82169 $20 OFF YOUR FIRST BOOKING! I DO OFFER DROP/PICK UP SERVICE FOR ABILENE AND SURROUNDING AREAS $25.00. FOR OUT OF TOWN PICK/DROP OFF PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR RATES. THANK YOU.

Qualifications

44 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
29 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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193 ratings
yailene g.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 26, 2026

Dale took great care of our Mollie. He sent pictures and we were in contact at all times. We for sure are going to bring Mollie back to Dale.

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Brandon Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 06, 2026

Dale always takes great care of our dog. It’s a second home for her!

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Christian P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 06, 2025

Dale is awesome. He’s patient, highly dependable and has all the qualities that make him the go-to when I’m in town. Seriously awesome guy.

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Kari O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 03, 2025

Our Miley girl loves staying with Dale. He is the best!

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Ashley L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 01, 2025

Dale took wonderful care of our dog! She had the best time!

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Kari O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2025

Dale always takes the best care of our Miley girl!

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Schedule

Rover is my Full time job. I am home full time other than running errands or Appointments outside my home. I am outside my home no more than 1 hour at any one time. Other than that animals are never unattended for a long period of time.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in back yard and 4 friendly smaller dogs Sasha, Kenji, Asami and Moe. Kenji and Asami love ❤️ to play, Moe not so much now since he is blind but he has no problems with other animals.

Pets

A typical day

I’m able to give your dog all the attention needed, and they would never be unattended. Feel free to bring their favourite toys. I have an fenced in backyard (accidents happen and that’s not a problem!), Just tell me about their usual day and we’ll make it happen! Looking forward to meeting your furry family member, and I’ll love them like they’re my own!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
Dale can host up to 5 pets per night
Any behavior issue, aggression. Does your dog get along well with other dogs. Any type of special attention that your animal may need, Medications if on any, feeding times per day etc.
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.