Profile image

Darren G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
Profile image

Darren G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dog’s Best Friend!!

I’ve cared for companion, sport, and service dogs for most of my life. I’m currently raising my fourth dog, a beautiful German Shepherd named Pancake. She behaves politely in busy coffee shops, streets, and crowds. I love that I can take her anywhere with me without worrying how she’ll react to unfamiliar dogs and people—she loves just about anyone! Getting Pancake from a rambunctious eight-week-old puppy to the well-mannered adult she is now took tremendous effort. Just like you, I know first-hand how much time, energy, and care it takes to raise our pets. Rest assured, I will care for your family as I care for mine.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet’s safety and well-being always comes first. They’ll have my full attention the whole time we’re together. I’m constantly reading their mood, behavior, and surroundings, so I can catch anything that seems off early and keep them comfortable and happy.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
45 ratings
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 21, 2026

Going 6 months strong with Mr. Darren 🖤✨🙏🏼 we are so grateful for him.

Profile image
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 15, 2026

Another great week with Darren 🖤✨🩶 Thank you Darren for all the cute pics of my babies while I’m at work.

Profile image
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 31, 2026

We appreciate you, Darren! Thank you for all you do for my babies.

Profile image
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 24, 2026

Thank you Darren for another great week with my Stella Wella!

Profile image
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 08, 2026

Happy belated birthday Darren! We appreciate your help each week ✨🩶🖤✨

Profile image
Georgina R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 03, 2026

Thank you Darren! Stella and Smokey appreciate you every week 🖤✨🩶

Profile image

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
SMTWTFS

Schedule

I work my main job from home and set my own schedule, so I can fit a wide range of times. Please don’t hesitate to reach out about any scheduling details. One thing worth knowing up front: I never rush a visit. If your dog needs a few extra minutes, those are on me at no extra charge, and I give every client the same courtesy. Because a visit now and then runs long, I keep some flexibility around start times. I always aim for your booked time, but please allow up to 30 minutes on either side. For a 2:00 PM booking, that means I may arrive anytime between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Darren can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please tell me ahead of time about your dog’s temperament, any special requirements, and anything within reason you’d like me to focus on.
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.