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Doug S.

Nazareth, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
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Services

Doug can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I work remotely in home M-F and have off on weekends. Your dog is always taken out first thing in the morning. I like to take a walk during my lunch break, as long as the temperature is good your dog will join me. He/She will also get an afternoon bathroom break. Will also go for an evening walk, an hour or so after dinner.

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About Doug S.

Communication

37 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We crate Maverick when we are away and would ask you bring a crate if your dog does the same. We welcome dogs who roam free and ultimately seek to provide a similar routine and environment to what your dog has at home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Doug S. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your dog has any special needs or things to be aware of so we can account for that. We look forward to making your dog feel at home.

A typical day

Please bring any toys your dog is interested in so we may engage activity with your dog. We also have toys, treats, and dog bones to share if you should allow.

Location

Nazareth, PA

Doug S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

7 years on Rover & Work from home

Pet care experience

Hi there, my name is Doug and my wife Sarah and I have been Rover hosts since 2017. Prior to this I worked as a dog trainer in the Upper Peninsula preparing sled dogs for the Iditarod. We have two family dogs - Maverick and Charlie. Maverick is a yellow lab who is neutered, and although a food opportunist he has been a great Rover ambassador, welcoming many different dogs over the years into our home. He is usually excited at first with meeting new dogs but settles pretty quickly. He tends to match the energy of the other dog. Charlie is our puppy (born on Easter 2025). He is very smart, friendly and playful! I work from home now and my wife works as a Registered Nurse. Our kids are young but have quickly learned to help welcome Rover dogs and love to care for them just as we do with Maverick. We strive to make your dog as comfortable as possible during their stay. We do request meet and greets for new clients to ensure your dog will be a good fit and also so you can see where they will be staying and ask any questions in person. We only take one client at a time. If you typically crate your dog while you are out of the house, we ask that you bring their crate for their stay. The house we live in does not have a fence so we will have your dog on a leash at all times while outside. Our dogs are on an electric fence with a collar. We have a great neighborhood for daily walks. Feel free to let us know what activity level your dog is used to as our goal is to match it with number or length of walks during their stay.

Reviews

James K.
Boarding • May 04, 2026
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Doug and his family were great with our dog. We had concerns about how our dog and his would interact but they were unfounded. No problems. We dont go away often but our first choice will be to board with Doug.

Maryann F.
Boarding • Apr 15, 2026
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Doug is excellent! We couldn’t be happier with leaving our Westy with him and his family. He gave us daily updates and pictures and showed us what fun she was having with all of them I give him 10 stars and will definitely be calling him again. Thank you Doug.

Andrea G.
Boarding • Apr 09, 2026
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Great as usual. Pics and updates were regular. Our pup was well taken care of. Thanks, Doug & family.

David M.
Boarding • Aug 26, 2025
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Really nothing to complain about! Very professional and easy to work with. Had a fair rate, and was always on top of responding. As far as the actual service, always gave updates, was very flexible, and very quickly gave me the assurance that my doggo was in safe hands! 🐾 Most importantly - picked up my dog to find him happy and healthy. Thank you so much!

About Doug S.

Communication

37 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We crate Maverick when we are away and would ask you bring a crate if your dog does the same. We welcome dogs who roam free and ultimately seek to provide a similar routine and environment to what your dog has at home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Doug S. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your dog has any special needs or things to be aware of so we can account for that. We look forward to making your dog feel at home.

A typical day

Please bring any toys your dog is interested in so we may engage activity with your dog. We also have toys, treats, and dog bones to share if you should allow.

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Doug S.

Nazareth, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews