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Derek W.

Columbia City, Seattle, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
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Services

Derek can host

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

Derek can care for

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

Availability

I work in office during the week, but close enough to home to allow the pups restroom breaks throughout the day. And of course, spending the evenings playing and snuggling with the doggos. My weekends are free to spend all the time with them.

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About Derek W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I follow the instructions form the caregiver and also listen to what each pet is telling me. I provide a calm yet playful attitude so that everyone feels comfortable.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Derek W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know about any special needs or restrictions that your dog will need. I am able to cater to the needs of almost any pet.

A typical day

My neighborhood is filled with fun smells and activities for dogs to enjoy during our walks. And as an active person myself, I'll enjoy having a dog that likes to play!

Location

Seattle, WA

Derek W.'s Neighborhood

Your doggo will love me!!!

Pet care experience

I’ve recently started taking care of pets in my community after losing my lovely dog, Layla, to cancer. Doing so has been healing in ways that I could not have imagined!! I am so excited to continue this journey of love, support and healing. I will treat your pet as if they were my own.

Reviews

Catlan L.
Boarding • mai 12, 2026
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Derek was so attentive and kind with Suki! She was a bit shy at first and had a few issues adjusting, but Derek was very understanding and made sure to cater to her needs so she felt comfortable and right at home. I left Suki with Derek for a week while I was out of the country, and it was the longest I’ve ever been away from her, but I felt completely reassured knowing she was in such good hands. He sent me daily pictures and videos of Suki which gave me so much peace of mind and was incredibly thoughtful. I will 100% be booking with him again whenever I need help and will definitely be recommending him to my friends as well!

Roxanna B.
Doggy Day Care • mai 08, 2026
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Derek takes such good care of my pup! I have an opinionated husky girl. Because she doesn’t like to be left alone, I often lean on Derek to watch her. Yesterday they spent 3 hours outside and Aurora was happily exhausted when I picked her up.

Alysaa B.
Boarding • mai 03, 2026
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Derek watched my doggy Biscuit again for almost two weeks and was seriously the best. He clearly loves Biscuit so much, and it makes me feel so at ease knowing my dog is happy and cared for. I trust him completely and couldn’t have asked for a better sitter 🥹

Alysaa B.
Boarding • avr. 08, 2026
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Derek was such a wonderful dog sitter! He sent sweet updates and pictures, and it was so clear how much he genuinely cared for and loved my dog, Biscuit. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing Biscuit was so happy and well taken care of. I’d absolutely trust Derek again and highly recommend him!

About Derek W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I follow the instructions form the caregiver and also listen to what each pet is telling me. I provide a calm yet playful attitude so that everyone feels comfortable.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Derek W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know about any special needs or restrictions that your dog will need. I am able to cater to the needs of almost any pet.

A typical day

My neighborhood is filled with fun smells and activities for dogs to enjoy during our walks. And as an active person myself, I'll enjoy having a dog that likes to play!

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Derek W.

Columbia City, Seattle, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews