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Gary P.

Cleveland Park, Nashville, TN

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
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Services

Gary can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Availability

I work from home full time and can easily adapt to your pups routine! I typically do 5 potty breaks and atleast a walk a day!

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Not available
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About Gary P.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced in back yard and I live in front of a park with a two baseball fields that I use for extreme fetch!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Gary P. would like to know about your pet

🐕 Daily Routine & Care Feeding Schedule: What, when, and how much do they eat? Dietary Needs: Any allergies, restrictions, or special foods/treats? Exercise Routine: When and how long are walks? What are their favorite play activities? Potty Schedule: How often do they need to go out? (Or litter box cleaning frequency for cats). Behavioral Quirks/Habits: Any specific commands, house rules (e.g., allowed on furniture?), or unusual but harmless habits I should know about. 💖 Personality & Socialization Temperament: Are they shy, anxious, outgoing, cuddly, or reserved? Triggers/Fears: Do they have anxiety about loud noises (thunder, fireworks, door knocks), strangers, or being left alone? Social Interactions: How do they behave with other dogs, people, and children they encounter? This is crucial for our park visits.

A typical day

I love to make sure every dog gets the physical and mental stimulation they need, so please let me know what they enjoy and bring toys! For High-Energy Pups (regardless of size): We'll go on longer walks followed by playing in my backyard. I really enjoy fetch with pups but please let me know if your pup struggles with recall. I will stick to my enclosed yard rather than the baseball fields. For Smaller/Mellow Dogs: We'll enjoy leisurely park strolls for scent work and exploration, gentle play, and dedicated cuddle/snuggle time indoors, providing the gentle attention they need. For All Dogs: I incorporate positive reinforcement and basic command practice into our playtime to keep their minds engaged.

Location

Nashville, TN

Gary P.'s Neighborhood

Dog Lover w Huge Fenced In Yard

Pet care experience

A Lifelong Dog Lover Ready to Care for Your Furry Friend of Any Size! I have always been around dogs of all sizes for as long as I remember but mainly larger breed dogs so size is no issue! ! I live literally right across the street from a good size park in East Nashville and will enjoy playing with your pup there!

Reviews

Katherine D.
Boarding • Aug 24, 2026
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Gary sent great updates of Margot throughout the week & was flexible when our pickup time changed. Would definitely ask him to watch her again - looked like she had so much fun!

Erika S.
Boarding • Jul 17, 2026
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Gary is a great guy & took amazing care of my 2 dogs for a week. My pups enjoyed themselves so much they were hesitant to come home. My dog Atticus turned 5 while I was away, and Gary made his day extra special w some very special treats.. which was much appreciated!!

Evan N.
Boarding • Jun 08, 2026
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Gary was very nice and did well with Sadie! Would definitely recommend him to a friend.

Robert Q.
Boarding • Jun 03, 2026
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Gary was awesome and Lora had a great time! He sent pictures throughout the day too

About Gary P.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced in back yard and I live in front of a park with a two baseball fields that I use for extreme fetch!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Gary P. would like to know about your pet

🐕 Daily Routine & Care Feeding Schedule: What, when, and how much do they eat? Dietary Needs: Any allergies, restrictions, or special foods/treats? Exercise Routine: When and how long are walks? What are their favorite play activities? Potty Schedule: How often do they need to go out? (Or litter box cleaning frequency for cats). Behavioral Quirks/Habits: Any specific commands, house rules (e.g., allowed on furniture?), or unusual but harmless habits I should know about. 💖 Personality & Socialization Temperament: Are they shy, anxious, outgoing, cuddly, or reserved? Triggers/Fears: Do they have anxiety about loud noises (thunder, fireworks, door knocks), strangers, or being left alone? Social Interactions: How do they behave with other dogs, people, and children they encounter? This is crucial for our park visits.

A typical day

I love to make sure every dog gets the physical and mental stimulation they need, so please let me know what they enjoy and bring toys! For High-Energy Pups (regardless of size): We'll go on longer walks followed by playing in my backyard. I really enjoy fetch with pups but please let me know if your pup struggles with recall. I will stick to my enclosed yard rather than the baseball fields. For Smaller/Mellow Dogs: We'll enjoy leisurely park strolls for scent work and exploration, gentle play, and dedicated cuddle/snuggle time indoors, providing the gentle attention they need. For All Dogs: I incorporate positive reinforcement and basic command practice into our playtime to keep their minds engaged.

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Gary P.

Cleveland Park, Nashville, TN

5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews