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David G.

10 years of experience
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David G.

10 years of experience

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $13 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

Calm, Patient Durham Dog Walker

I grew up with Freckles the Corgi ☺️ and have basically been picking up dog poop since elementary school. I’ve cared for everything from mellow seniors to anxious puppies—including one memorable night when a dog I was watching got sick at 3 a.m., and I made sure she was okay, cleaned up the carpet, and calmed her down before heading back to bed. I miss having a dog around (though these days I often look after my mom’s dog, Mabel), so you can count on your pup getting plenty of love, attention, and playtime. I’m patient, dependable, and used to every energy level—I run marathons, so even your most zoomie-prone puppy won’t wear me out 😂

Qualifications

85% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

When I’m caring for dogs in someone’s home, I stay mindful of the space and boundaries you’ve set—doing my best to leave no trace and closely follow your instructions. I’ve spent a lot of time around dogs and have gotten good at reading what they need, so I’ll be attentive to their mood and make sure they get the care, comfort, and companionship they deserve.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule is more or less wide open these days, so I can usually accommodate last-minute requests, odd hours, and give your dog plenty of attention

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
David can host up to 8 drop-ins per day
I don’t really require any specific information beyond temperament, how they like to be treated, and any quirks that help me understand their personalities better. I’ve dealt with reactive dogs a decent bit so not phased by abrupt shifts in behavior, but it helps to know their general behavior patterns around other dogs and people.
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.