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Gareth S.

Manchester

4.4 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Gareth can host

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Gareth can look after

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg

Availability

I am working remote for work so my time is very flexible and I can work around multiple schedule's.. Happy to travel and do late nights or early mornings. If you have a preferred route let me know.

Available
Not available
MTWTFSS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Gareth S.

Communication

3 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I am very tidy and caring, carry poo bags for cleaning up after your dog which are bio degradable as well. And ensure that the dogs are wiped down if get muddy. Rain or sun doesn't bother me to walk.

Home

Lives in a flat
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Gareth S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog is a rescue or if they have issues with walking and or stairs, if they get tired easily etc

A typical day

Like to take dogs to new places and explore parks. Enjoy working with dogs that are hesitant to other people and other animals and work with them to combat this fear. My own dog was a rescue so am used to working with rescue dogs.

Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Gareth S.'s Local Area

Pets

Walking enthusiast made better with dogs

Pet care experience

I've taken care of dogs over the year from small dogs to large Alsatian breeds. I live with a large dog at moment and take out and look after every day.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Charlotte M.
Boarding • May 29, 2026
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Please do not book Gareth for dog sitting. I advised Luna was strong and energetic he said he was used to big dogs. Within an hour of me dropping her he was messaging me, sending videos of her walking round his flat, saying she wasn't settling. He hadn't even given her an hour. The messages came through constantly and left me on edge so when I rang him he said come and get her. I'd booked a dog sitter last minute due to the death of my father in law in Ireland and I needed to get over. Thanks to Gareth I missed my father in law of 16 years funeral. He wanted £100 to have a dog that would sit and do nothing.

Amie C.
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026
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Gareth has been so patient with my new rescue pocket bully Dooley who has the strength of a buffalo but the confidence of a mouse! He's not minded him nervous weeing all over the floor (and cleaned it up!) and taking it at Dooleys pace (a slow waddle). 🐌 adapting how he greets him in response, which has already made a difference! He has been flexible and even came to check-in on a day he no longer needed to, a visit which increased my confidence massively in Dooleys progress with new people! Gareth is great and would definately recommend him 😊

Paul O.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 19, 2026
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Really helpful and attentive. Our dog was very anxious but Gareth won him over and they both enjoyed their walks. Thank you Gareth, I will you use you again, if you are available!!

Paula C.
House Sitting • Feb 23, 2026
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Very happy with Gareth. He seems to have managed our two big dogs well during a week’s dog and house sitting, he sent regular updates and photos. His communication was always prompt and he inspired confidence on the meet and greet before the booking. House was left near and tidy. Would use again without hesitation.

About Gareth S.

Communication

3 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I am very tidy and caring, carry poo bags for cleaning up after your dog which are bio degradable as well. And ensure that the dogs are wiped down if get muddy. Rain or sun doesn't bother me to walk.

Home

Lives in a flat
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Gareth S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog is a rescue or if they have issues with walking and or stairs, if they get tired easily etc

A typical day

Like to take dogs to new places and explore parks. Enjoy working with dogs that are hesitant to other people and other animals and work with them to combat this fear. My own dog was a rescue so am used to working with rescue dogs.

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Gareth S.

Manchester

4.4 out of 5 stars
8 reviews