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Dan C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients
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Dan C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dan's K-9 Retreat

I’m Dan and I love dogs. I’ve always had a K-9 companion and love the company dogs provide. Walks, fresh air and playtime are things I like just as dogs do. I’m caring, loving, and respectful and always treat others the way I want to be treated. I’ve had a dog all throughout my life and have experience caring for animals of different sizes, breeds, and personalities! I have the most experience with Black Labradors, German Shepherds and Beagles, but would care for any pup. I understand how hard it is to be away from your pup so I’ll be in consistent communication, sending photo and text updates so you know how much fun your pup is having in my care. I have a flexible schedule so I can provide the perfect amount of love, activity, and play time in the care of your pup! I can’t wait to get to know you and your dog, creating a communicative, kind, and respectful working relationship. I will provide the same love, care and attention that I would provide my own dog to yours. It’s in my nature to go the extra mile to go above and beyond to make your dog feel like they’re at home! When I’m not spending time with animals, I spend my time working full-time at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. Even though I do work full-time, this will not get in the way of providing an excellent stay for your K-9 companion. I am very flexible and accommodating in order to provide the best possible care for your K-9 friend.

Qualifications

24 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have fenced dog park right behind my apartment where your day can be active and interact with other dogs from the neighborhood. I can also crate your dog if necessary.

Ratings and reviews

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Jan B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 24, 2026

Dan was great with our old girl Rosie. He sent photos and updates and had no issues with her med/ feeding schedule (which is a bit complicated). I will definitely ask him to care for her again in the future.

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Alaura M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 07, 2026

Thank you for taking care of kya

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Alaura M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 24, 2026

We left our year old dog in the capable hands of Dan for nine days. He stayed in our house and took such a good care of our dog and our home. We will definitely book Dan for any future trips!

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Michelle R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 23, 2025

This is our second time using Dan and just like before he was great with our dog. We were updated with pictures throughout my dog’s stay.

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Loretta D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • May 02, 2025

Yang 🐾 gets very excited everytime he sees Dan which shows he likes spending time with Dan! Smooth communication, drop off and pick up. Thanks so much Dan! I will continue using his services for the future.

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Jack K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 30, 2025

Dan was great. A good fit for Latte!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full-time, however I can still take your dog for a brisk walk in the morning and evening. I am off on the weekends so your dog will have plenty of exercise and play time.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Dan can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I don’t have any breed preferences and love dogs of all sizes, shapes, breeds, and personalities. I’m very comfortable with large breeds and all I would want to know before a stay is if your pup has any medical issues or behavioral tendencies. If your dog has separation anxiety and/or destructive behavior I do require them to be crated when no one is home. This is to ensure that my property doesn’t get destroyed or damaged as I have had too many bad experiences in the past with owners who weren’t upfront about their dogs behavior. In the event that my property is damaged or destroyed, the owner is 100% responsible for the costs and failure of coverage will result in a report to Rover and no future stays at my property.
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.