Daniel C.
Daniel C.
Contact for House Sitting
from $85 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Adventure-Ready Pet Companion
I've grown up with dogs since age 6, making them a constant part of my life for over 30 years. This lifelong experience gives me a deep understanding of canine behavior, needs, and communication styles. As an adult, I've had full responsibility for my own dogs for 16+ years, including adopting a senior dog with health issues and raising my current golden retriever from an 10-week puppy to her current 10-year-old senior status. What sets me apart is my combination of extensive experience and outdoor lifestyle. I'm particularly skilled with senior dog care, having managed medications, mobility issues, and special diets. I'm equally comfortable with high-energy dogs, offering stimulating hikes and play sessions tailored to their individual needs. My approach focuses on creating trust, consistency, and joyful experiences for every pet in my care, treating them with the same love and attention I give my own.
Cat care experience
Daniel also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I primarily offer services in clients' homes, ensuring your pets remain in their familiar environment. When visiting, I always come solo—without my golden retriever Eloise, who has her own care arrangements. This makes my services ideal for all pets, including those who don't get along with other dogs or need exclusive attention. I prioritize safety by conducting thorough home walk-throughs to understand emergency exits, securing all doors/gates, and learning your pet's hiding spots. I keep leashes on dogs in unfenced areas and maintain constant supervision. For cats, I ensure all windows and doors are secured while respecting their territory and safe spaces. I'm attentive to any household hazards like toxic plants or accessible medications. I'll send regular photo/text updates (if requested) during my visits to provide peace of mind.
Ratings and reviews
Daniel is wonderful. He cares for our two high energy pups and cat at our house while we’re away and always takes great care of them. He’s extremely trustworthy and a great communicator. Highly recommend booking with him!
We know our pets are being well cared for when Daniel is watching them!
Daniel is so lovely and took amazing care of our pets while we were away! Our high energy pups seemed so comfortable with him right away. From the first message he was so quick to respond and a great communicator — which is so important to me. Will absolutely book with him again!
Dan is great with both dogs and cats—he’s easygoing, reliable, and just naturally good with animals. He’s taken care of my energetic dog and my very opinionated cat, and both were totally content when I got home.
If your dog loves adventure, Dan is your guy. He took my high energy pup on long walks, played fetch, and even brought her swimming (with my permission, of course!). He pays close attention to each animal’s personality and makes sure they get what they need, whether it’s exercise or downtime.
Daniel has such a calm and confident presence with animals. My dog is usually shy around new people, but he warmed up to Daniel almost immediately. You can tell he truly loves and respects animals—he’s patient, attentive, and totally reliable. I’d trust him with my pets anytime.
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Schedule
I'm consistently available Saturday through Wednesday, making me ideal for weekend coverage and mid-week pet care needs. My flexible schedule allows me to provide both daytime and overnight services, easily adjusting to your pet's routine and specific requirements. For regular clients, I can often accommodate special requests with advance notice. While Thursdays and Fridays are generally reserved for my other commitments, I may be available on these days for established clients in case of emergencies or special circumstances. I prioritize prompt communication and will always respond quickly to booking requests, ensuring reliable and straightforward scheduling for your peace of mind.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsDaniel can host up to 1 pet per night
- It’s important for me to know your dog’s temperament, energy level, medical needs, and any quirks, like reactivity, food guarding, or anxiety. I will work to provide the best care possible, and I want your dog to feel safe, happy, and comfortable while you’re away.