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Derek S.

Bay Park, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Derek can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

All dogs fit into my weekly routine! I work fully remote Mon-Fri and can be super flexible with whatever works best for you and your furry companion.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Derek S.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For boarding and day care I follow a similar schedule to what I do with Apollo (take out 3-4 times a day with 2 hours at the dog park). Feeding depends on your preference. I have a kennel if needed, toys, treats, dog beds, extra bowls, and pretty much anything else you could think of.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Derek S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs that may require further attention. I’ve worked with all makes and models and more than happy to cater to their individualized needs.

A typical day

Typical day for me is to take Apollo out in the morning around 6. Then he eats. Back out around 11. Dog park from about 3-5, 30 min of down time or so when we get home. Then he eats again. Take him out one last time around 9 or 10. Wake up, and do all over again.

Location

San Diego, CA

Derek S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dog Park and Chill

Pet care experience

Q: How do you stop a dog from barking in the front yard? A: By putting them in the back yard. Well, if you’re living in San Diego and like me you have neither so you do what the majority of us do and go to the dog park. I’d consider myself extremely fluent in all things dog park related: playing, exercising, training, and socializing. My little boy Apollo and I are typically at the dog park for a good 1-2 hours every day (there’s one at my Apt complex). For boarding and day care I do walks, dog park visits (if ok with you), and regular potty breaks every 2-4 hours. This includes a friendly dog to play with who has lots of energy!

Reviews

Gavin G.
Doggy Day Care • May 02, 2026
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The coolest and friendliest dude. Best dog ever too, Derek and Apollo rock. If you wanna keep ur dog active, taken care of and social this is the guy to go to.

Ellie S.
Boarding • Aug 17, 2025
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Derek was amazing with our dog! He gave great updates, was super reliable, and you can tell he really cares. Apollo was such a sweet companion too and our pup had the best time. Highly recommend them both!

Ellie S.
Boarding • Jul 28, 2025
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Derek and Apollo are wonderful! Derek was great with communication, sending pictures and videos, and making sure our pup was happy and well cared for! We will definitely be recommending Derek and Apollo to all of our friends and will absolutely send our pup back!

Daniel M.
Boarding • Jun 30, 2025
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Derek and Apollo took awesome care of our dog - he sent plenty of pictures and videos and our dog looked happy in all of them! Will definitely book with them again next time we’re out of town!

About Derek S.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For boarding and day care I follow a similar schedule to what I do with Apollo (take out 3-4 times a day with 2 hours at the dog park). Feeding depends on your preference. I have a kennel if needed, toys, treats, dog beds, extra bowls, and pretty much anything else you could think of.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Derek S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs that may require further attention. I’ve worked with all makes and models and more than happy to cater to their individualized needs.

A typical day

Typical day for me is to take Apollo out in the morning around 6. Then he eats. Back out around 11. Dog park from about 3-5, 30 min of down time or so when we get home. Then he eats again. Take him out one last time around 9 or 10. Wake up, and do all over again.

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Derek S.

Bay Park, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews