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Don D.

Fort Collins, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Don can care for

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

Availability

I am currently not working and am mostly visiting doctors to assess a damaged nerve in my finger during Peace Corps service. I am restricted in service area at the moment because I travel by bicycle. The time not spent on my medical evaluations will be focused on your animal care needs.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Don D.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do not have a home to board your animals and currently live in a shared living environment. I am a very quiet individual and mostly keep to myself. I will not be having people over to your home or around your pet and most likely won't be bringing your pet around other animals unless you specifically ask. I will keep your house clean and the doors locked. I am environmentally conscious and conservative, so I won't be leaving lights on inside or touching the thermostat unless you ask.

Information Don D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know if the dog has any sneaky bad behaviors or is anti social. I'd also like to know if the dog has any special needs. I'm pretty flexible about most things but honesty is always the best policy so both you, myself, and your pet can be as stress free as possible.

A typical day

I like to give the dogs I'm watching as much exercise as possible because the animal is usually calmer and better behaved as a result. If they like to play fetch, I can throw the ball for as long as they want. If they like long walks, then we will go on adventures. If they only like to be out for a few mins but enjoy that time to sniff and mark areas I am also down for that. I try to match the vibe and energy of the pets and people I'm around so they are happy and not stressed while their owner is away.

Location

Fort Collins, CO

Don D.'s Neighborhood

Miss Having a Dog

Pet care experience

I love animals. I have a degree in biological studies and worked for the forest, parks and fish/wildlife service. I am also a returned peace corps volunteer who served in Madagascar. I currently have an office job in Fort Collins and will be away from the home from 8a-5p m-f. Depending on clients home location I could stop there at lunch time. I like to hike and play with dogs and miss having my own. I like dogs of all breeds, ages and sizes. I've worked was an animal care technician taking care of dogs and cats, including giving medications and nail clippings. I like active dogs who want to play fetch and go on adventures. I also like dogs that just want to hang out and be lazy and like companionship at home. The dog in the picture with me is my old dog that was recently put down. I miss having that friend but am not ready to commit to being a full time pet owner again quite yet. I have a 9-5 job Monday-Friday. I can do house sitting in Fort Collins area during the week and weekends. Walks and drop ins will have to be on a per case and day basis. I first try to replicate the environment the pet is normally in with it's owners. Then I follow any rules the owners have for the pet to not encourage bad behavior. I like hiking and going to parks so if a dog can do those things I will take it to do them. If not and we should just hang out at home we will do that.

Cat care experience

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Don also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Jim R.
House Sitting • Jul 06, 2022
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Don did a great job and he is a super nice guy. We will definitely use him again in the future.

Karie W.
House Sitting • Jun 03, 2022
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Used Don again for pet and house sitting. Awesome job! Highly recommended.

Victoria T.
House Sitting • Mar 20, 2022
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Don house sat for me and watched my dog Penny. He took great care of the house and gave Penny a good amount of yard time and attention. Super tidy and responsive while I was out of town. Don rocks! Highly recommended.

Mandy Z.
House Sitting • Mar 19, 2022
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Don was a great sitter as usual and was especially accommodating and flexible on our last minute booking and changes!

About Don D.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do not have a home to board your animals and currently live in a shared living environment. I am a very quiet individual and mostly keep to myself. I will not be having people over to your home or around your pet and most likely won't be bringing your pet around other animals unless you specifically ask. I will keep your house clean and the doors locked. I am environmentally conscious and conservative, so I won't be leaving lights on inside or touching the thermostat unless you ask.

Information Don D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know if the dog has any sneaky bad behaviors or is anti social. I'd also like to know if the dog has any special needs. I'm pretty flexible about most things but honesty is always the best policy so both you, myself, and your pet can be as stress free as possible.

A typical day

I like to give the dogs I'm watching as much exercise as possible because the animal is usually calmer and better behaved as a result. If they like to play fetch, I can throw the ball for as long as they want. If they like long walks, then we will go on adventures. If they only like to be out for a few mins but enjoy that time to sniff and mark areas I am also down for that. I try to match the vibe and energy of the pets and people I'm around so they are happy and not stressed while their owner is away.

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Don D.

Fort Collins, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews