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Darren M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Darren M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$56 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Daughters, Dad, Dog care

We have a six-year-old beagle. Over that time we've been taking care of people's dogs during their vacations and holidays regularly. The dog's ages have been 6mo-15yr being small to medium-sized dogs.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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17 ratings
Saj B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2026

Darren, his pup, and family were good hosts to our dog, Dosa, who stayed 6 nights. We initially had a meet and greet a few days before to address compatibility and any concerns.

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Elijah B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 17, 2026

Excellent job taking care of my dog, Ube. Would 100% recommend

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Susan E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 28, 2026

Darren was genuinely concerned that he provide to Penny the care and attention she needed throughout the day.

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Theresa C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 26, 2026

Darren was very friendly and approachable during dropoff and pickup, and our dog seemed to have had a good time. We only scheduled for 1 night so it was a simple and easy process to introduce him to our dog and vice versa. I wish we would have gotten a photo or 2 to know he's doing ok during his stay, but it was only 1 night so it's ok.

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Julie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 20, 2026

Lucy had a great time at Darren's home. She will be back!

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Tyler P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 04, 2025

Good communication and easy booking. Our pet warmed up to Darren in no time and she was very affectionate with him on return from the walk.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Dad works from home so can take care of dogs throughout the day and daughters help after school and weekend on walks playtime and feeding.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have fenced front and backyards both big enough for medium dogs to run and play. We walk our dog twice a day and of course make sure water is always available and have access to being outside regularly.

Pets

A typical day

We walk our beagle at least twice a day. Dad in the morning/early afternoon depending on my work day and then in the late afternoon/early evening depending on the temperature. We have modest aged front and backyards to hang out in. We can also play fetch or with chew/tug toys. Any dog staying with us will need to enjoy the company of other dogs.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Darren can host up to 2 pets per night
If your pet has any specific needs please let us know and we can discuss. We are happy to give oral meditations as needed and if the dog has special food and feeding needs we can work with you to ensure that all happens each day.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.