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Donald L.

Star Sitter

Darien, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
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Services

Donald can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I’m currently a student-athlete. My schedule is very flexible during the fall and sprint semesters. And summer/winter I’m available all day. I have a remote IT which enables me to schedule as needed.

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About Donald L.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

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 prioritize communication with my clients. Anything that you need from your pet, I will try to do to the best of my ability. My goal is to have a successful time with your pet and make it a trustworthy experience with you (the client). I will always try and go above and beyond for your pet because they deserve the best!

Information Donald L. would like to know about your pet

I usually like to set up a meet and greet ahead of time to go over the details such as feeding, medicine, and behaviors. But please let me know if there’s something that I should be aware of prior to the meet.

A typical day

I’m big into exercise and exploring. Specifically if I’m working with active dogs, I love to go on hikes and long walks. I try to adapt my care for the dog I’m working with. For example, being patient with older dogs.

Location

Darien, CT

Donald L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Donald L. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Hardworking College Student

Pet care experience

I’ve had my dogs since they were puppies. They were rescues from the south. (Beagle-Lab mix and German Shepard). Both dogs have different temperaments and I’ve learned to adapt to their personalities.

Reviews

Adam U.
House Sitting • May 26, 2026
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DJ was absolutely wonderful with our two golden retrievers! We came home to happy, well-loved dogs and a spotless house. It's so rare to find someone you can truly trust with your fur babies and your home — DJ is exactly that. We'll be booking again without hesitation!

Steven O.
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026
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Donald was great. He took care of Blu, and our home. He will be our first choice going forward

John L.
House Sitting • Apr 24, 2026
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Donald took great care of our dogs. Very happy with the job he did.

Eric S.
House Sitting • Apr 19, 2026
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This was our first time using DJ as our dog sitter and we were very happy with everything. He was timely and responsive both during the initial meet and greet session and then with the actual dog sitting. He also communicated well, took care of our mail, and left the house near and clean. Most importantly, Finnegan, our 12 year old yellow lab liked him! We would definitely use DJ again.

About Donald L.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

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 prioritize communication with my clients. Anything that you need from your pet, I will try to do to the best of my ability. My goal is to have a successful time with your pet and make it a trustworthy experience with you (the client). I will always try and go above and beyond for your pet because they deserve the best!

Information Donald L. would like to know about your pet

I usually like to set up a meet and greet ahead of time to go over the details such as feeding, medicine, and behaviors. But please let me know if there’s something that I should be aware of prior to the meet.

A typical day

I’m big into exercise and exploring. Specifically if I’m working with active dogs, I love to go on hikes and long walks. I try to adapt my care for the dog I’m working with. For example, being patient with older dogs.

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Donald L.

Star Sitter

Darien, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews