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Gary K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients
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Gary K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Gary has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Has a fenced yard

Pet care experience

Loving Dog and Cat Care Provider

I have worked as a dog walker for the past 17 years. I have a passion for pet care and work at it as a full-time job, not as a side gig to make some extra money. I have experience working with all types and sizes of dogs, from chihuahuas to Great Danes, and everything in between. I have also worked with disabled dogs - my previous clients include a blind dog, and one who couldn't use his front legs and had to be carried outside. I can also administer medications as needed. I always take dogs out individually, not as part of a large group, so that they get lots of attention from me, and walk on the route that your prefer. I am comfortable working in any type of weather - as long as your dog wants to go out, I'll be there! In addition to walking, I also offer dog boarding at our house. We have a three-story house with a large, fenced yard for your dog to play in. We will treat them as a temporary member of the family while they stay with us. I also love cats, and offer cat-sitting. When I have walked dogs in households that also have cats, I would often spend several minutes visiting with the cat before the dog walk. I have two cats of my own, and am comfortable doing any type of care for cats, including scooping the litter box.

Qualifications

61 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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154 ratings
Dana H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 27, 2026

I loved Gary and his wife they were soooo good to Teddy I didn’t even have to worry about my dog for the first time ever . Teddy can’t wait to come back !!! Thanks guys see you again soon

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Holly M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026

Always nice knowing our cats are properly taken care of when we are away.

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Ryan C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 23, 2026

Gary always takes care of my dog and she enjoys his company.

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Evan G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 20, 2026

I cannot recommend Gary enough to anyone new to Rover or the local area. Gary was an excellent communicator, eager to help out, and took amazing care of my two cats. He sent pictures and updates every time he visited and I had full confidence that my cats were getting the care and love they needed while I was away. If I could give 6 stars I would!

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Marianne B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 21, 2026

Gary always does a great job with our cats. We have a social one who he makes sure get an attention, and a shy one that he always updates us on (even if it's just to tell us he hid the whole time). Great communication.

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Rachel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 13, 2026

Gary is awesome and his house is set up perfectly for dog boarding. My little Stevie is blind and he made him feel safe and comfortable. I would definitely use Gary again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work in pet care full time, and am available all day during weekdays for drop-in visits. I offer in-home boarding seven days a week.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have my own house with a large, fully fenced yard. There is plenty of room out back for your dog to play and exercise while supervised by me. Your dog will the spend the rest of the time indoors with us. If coming to walk your dog, I will make sure that any water dishes are full when I leave, and can do any other service you require, such as feeding him or putting him back into a crate.

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Gary can host up to 3 pets per night
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.