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Gary D.

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Gary D.

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Contact for Boarding

from $28 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Must love dogs!

I am very patient and playful with all animals. Growing up with many dogs, cats, gerbels, mice, etc learned early how to care and protect our furry family members.

Cat care experience

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Must love cats!

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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2 ratings
Ari
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Drop-In Visits • Jun 01, 2026

Gary took great care of our 2 cats while we were on vacation. He also sent photos and kept us updated. We were very happy with Gary! Highly recommend him because you can tell that he really enjoys taking care of cats.

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Kiera B.
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Boarding • May 11, 2026

Gary did a great job taking care of our dogs. He frequently sent updates and pictures, and both dogs were thrilled to be at his house. He asked lots of questions to ensure that each dog got the personalized care they needed. Would definitely recommend!

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Sarah G.
Apr 02, 2026

Gary has always had a way with animals! He has a way of getting the most curmudgeony pets to accept the company of others and creates a welcoming environment for all. He is kind and caring and energetic with those who need it (and able to handle rambunctious energy), but also offers patience for those pets who need a little extra time to warm up to someone new.

Judy D.
Apr 01, 2026

Gary is awesome. He is very caring of all pets and loves playing with them. My pets always look forward to when Gary gets to spend time with them. And I feel better about leaving.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As I am now retired from corporate america, I have lots of time to walk and take care of pets. We don’t have a pet currently as we travel so find this service and great way to interact with dogs and cats.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

Have learned signs and behaviors of pets to avoid conflict. Enjoy sharing my lap with our furry friends and go out of my way to ensure their comfort.

A typical day

I want to ensure your pet gets the love and attention while they are missing their family. I enjoy playing fetch and walking. Feel these distractions help keep them engaged and less time missing owners. As I don’t need to rush back to a job I can enjoy our time together.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Gary can host up to 2 pets per night
I always take direction from owners as every pet is different. It is important to keep consistency with your pet while owners are away and ensure they are having fun.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.