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Dave M.

Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
256 reviews
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Services

Dave can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Dave can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Dave M.

Communication

108 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Dave M. would like to know about your pet

What would I like to know about your dog? Everything! The more info, the better. Most importantly, I’d like to know about your pet’s regular routine because I never want to do anything that derails the processes you have set up at home. I provide personalized service by getting to know both the dogs and the owners and asking for details about their habits and personality.

A typical day

When I care for your pet, they will be treated as if they are my own. I want them to be satisfied with their stay and excited to return for another visit! When we go on walks, we’ll mostly explore the Lincoln Park neighborhood and the DePaul campus, but we may head even further for longer walks. I also have a car, so we might make a trip to the Montrose Dog Beach if you’ll allow it. Recently, I started experimenting with making my own dog treats, and I’d love to offer some to your pooch with your approval. Playtime is always supervised, and I have some crates on hand for pups that prefer quiet time. Dog owners should book with me if they want their pooch to come home tired and content. I’m confident that your fur baby will have a blast playing with my pups and our other four-legged guests. I’ll provide you with text, picture, and video updates while you’re away and give you a verbal recap when you pick up your pet.

Location

Chicago, IL

Dave M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Welcome to Doggy DaveCare

Pet care experience

Hi, I’m Dave. I enjoy spending time with my own dogs and we all love welcoming new dogs to join us. While in my care your dog's safety, comfort and happiness are my priorities. Nothing makes me happier than an owner telling me their dog came home exhausted. Or hearing about how excited their dog was to return. Please read the first hand comments from other satisfied owners who have entrusted me to care for their dogs. I take great pride in these and promise your dog will receive the same level of loving attention. I'm happy to discuss any details or put you in touch with some of my delighted customers. Even better, schedule a Meet & Greet where you can see where your dog will be staying. You'll also have a chance to meet my dogs and any number of guest dogs. You'll see for yourself what a great environment it is! My home is an excellent place for pups –– the living room is basically a dog den. Outside features a fenced in backyard. My neighborhood is very pet-friendly, so they get lots of socialization when we go on walks. As a pet sitter, I do everything I can to ensure that the dogs I look after receive the same level of care they are used to getting at home.

Reviews

Anna G.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 14, 2026
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Dave watched our puppy for the whole day, and he had a great time! Everything was easy to arrange, even though it was our first Rover experience. Dave was friendly, responsive, and took excellent care of him. Thank you so much, we would happily book again when we are in Chicago .

Jeannie B.
Doggy Day Care • May 23, 2026
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Dave has such an amazing setup for dogs! I felt totally comfortable leaving Cash with him all day. Cash loved playing in his yard with the other dogs, he kept dragging us on the leash to go back!

Morgan B.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 16, 2026
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Dave was very flexible and communicative - would recommend!

Jake S.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 06, 2026
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Dave was great and helped us out in a pinch. Would use again.

About Dave M.

Communication

108 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Dave M. would like to know about your pet

What would I like to know about your dog? Everything! The more info, the better. Most importantly, I’d like to know about your pet’s regular routine because I never want to do anything that derails the processes you have set up at home. I provide personalized service by getting to know both the dogs and the owners and asking for details about their habits and personality.

A typical day

When I care for your pet, they will be treated as if they are my own. I want them to be satisfied with their stay and excited to return for another visit! When we go on walks, we’ll mostly explore the Lincoln Park neighborhood and the DePaul campus, but we may head even further for longer walks. I also have a car, so we might make a trip to the Montrose Dog Beach if you’ll allow it. Recently, I started experimenting with making my own dog treats, and I’d love to offer some to your pooch with your approval. Playtime is always supervised, and I have some crates on hand for pups that prefer quiet time. Dog owners should book with me if they want their pooch to come home tired and content. I’m confident that your fur baby will have a blast playing with my pups and our other four-legged guests. I’ll provide you with text, picture, and video updates while you’re away and give you a verbal recap when you pick up your pet.

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Dave M.

Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
256 reviews