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Daniel W.

Star Sitter

South Dorchester, Dorchester Center, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Daniel can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Daniel can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I’m a creative, writing and producing videos from home - I also have a part time job which takes me away from the house for upward of 9 hours, so feel free to check in about needs for more frequent walks. I’m also a marathoner and ultrarunner - so I run upwards of 15 hours per week and would love some company for me and my GSP/Red Heeler, Annie, when we hit the trails in Blue Hills, where there is plenty of shade and water in the creeks.

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About Daniel W.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have my friendly 5 year old GSP/Red Heeler, Annie who lives with me, and I have a spare bedroom, and dog gates throughout my place. I have a ten year-old daughter who mostly lives with her mother (has kind of grown out of hanging with Dad much anymore), and 2.5 year-old twins who are here more regularly, but who love dogs. (Life is complicated! Their mother is just two blocks down the street.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Daniel W. would like to know about your pet

Due to being in an apartment building, the pup will need to be mostly quiet. Our street is also fairly noisy and I have noticed some are spooked by the sounds outside.

A typical day

Depending on the timing of our week, we will at a minimum go for a 30-minute walk around one of our nearby parks. If it’s the weekend, and time permits, we will even try to go for a hike!

Location

Dorchester Center, MA

Daniel W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Daniel W. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

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Pet care experience

I’ve had dogs almost every year of my life since I was ten, and have always felt that the best way to train and maintain a great dog is to walk them long and often. Important core principles: no dogs ever on the (human) furniture - including beds - and never ever fed while the humans are eating, particularly from the human’s plates. Follow those rules and your dog will be everything you ever dreamed - well behaved, well adjusted, friendly around everyone, happy to receive guests at home or anywhere else. People who know me think I have some magical sense for picking awesome dogs, but there’s no magic: follow those rules, and all follows from there.

Reviews

Pradeep M.
Boarding • Mar 24, 2026
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Fitz had a great time with Daniel’s family. They went on hikes, he got pampered by kids, and loved the company of Daniel’s dog. It was fun to get regular check in pictures from Daniel - I’d happily leave Fitz with Daniel again. Thanks for being a great host!

Heather S.
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026
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Thanks for taking such good care of Ruby for the week!

Devraj M.
Boarding • Oct 15, 2025
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Penny was with Daniel and his dog Annie for a week. Daniel made Penny feel at home right away and by the end of the stay Penny was playing with both of them. Penny had a wonderful stay. Daniel is very knowledgeable and responsible and sent us photos and videos to keep us updated which was very helpful as we were traveling. Would strongly recommend Daniel (and Annie) and in fact we rebooked Penny with Daniel for our next travel.

Gray M.
Boarding • Oct 06, 2025
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Daniel was wonderful. He sent pictures of our pup every day, and gave her amazing exercise. He was incredibly responsive. My spouse, our pup, and I are all very grateful.

About Daniel W.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have my friendly 5 year old GSP/Red Heeler, Annie who lives with me, and I have a spare bedroom, and dog gates throughout my place. I have a ten year-old daughter who mostly lives with her mother (has kind of grown out of hanging with Dad much anymore), and 2.5 year-old twins who are here more regularly, but who love dogs. (Life is complicated! Their mother is just two blocks down the street.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Daniel W. would like to know about your pet

Due to being in an apartment building, the pup will need to be mostly quiet. Our street is also fairly noisy and I have noticed some are spooked by the sounds outside.

A typical day

Depending on the timing of our week, we will at a minimum go for a 30-minute walk around one of our nearby parks. If it’s the weekend, and time permits, we will even try to go for a hike!

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Daniel W.

Star Sitter

South Dorchester, Dorchester Center, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews