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Gary S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Gary S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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ST PETERSBURG, FL

Highlights

Basic background check
55 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time

Pet care experience

Home full time

Dogs love me. My friends call me the dog whisperer because dogs just adopt me. I took courses in dog training - obedience, advanced obedience, and hunter retriever training. They will have fun and I'll love them as if they were my own. I've had dogs in my care for both short and long term stays. WE HAVE MOVED! New house, huge, totally fenced yard and a screened-in doggy den. Most people are surprised at how their pet reacts with me. They just seem to know that I really care for them, they feel safe with me. Some of the dogs that I look after often accept this as their second home and they don't want to leave. I'm retired now so your dog will get my undivided attention.

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
55 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

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10 ratings
Nick W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2020

Gary was great! He watched my two pups for a week and sent pictures and updates everyday. I will definitely be using him again next time I need a dog sitter.

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Terri F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 06, 2019

Awesome job as always! We have used Gary multiple times for our 2 fur babies and they always love going! Highly recommended!

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Chris J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 04, 2018

This was the first time we left our puppy with a Rover sitter. Gary and his wonderful daughter Nicole quickly alleviated any and all fears we had. Our dog could not have received more loving care. Gary sent pictures showing Charlie to be very happy and well cared for. We will definitely use Gary again and have no reluctance to recommend him.

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Erwin D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 02, 2018

Mr. Simon and his family are exceptional when taking care of our two dogs. We are very fortunate to have found such caring dog sitter that has a genuine interest and love for animals.

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Kristin R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 04, 2018

Gary is the perfect dog sitter. When I first contacted Gary he was quick to respond and set up a comfortable meet and greet. His house is set up perfectly for doggies! He has plenty of space, inside and outside. My Josie HATES most other dogs, but Gary was very reassuring that Josie would never be in the same space as another dog, even if the sitting time overlapped a bit. His family is also super nice and it made me feel like Josie would have lots of attention. My sister picked up Josie and reported that Josie was a big fan of Gary's daughter. This makes me feel so happy to know she is getting the best care, especially since I am a Nervous Nellie. I didn't worry once while I was out of town. Gary send pictures and he even gave my fussy girl some chicken so she would eat her food!! We will use Gary for ALL our pet boarding needs. Thanks Gary!

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Anne S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Apr 30, 2018

Gary took good care of our girl. We will be using his service again.

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Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Pets

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Gary can host up to 5 pets per night
Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$25per day
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.