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Gayle Z.

Star Sitter

Hazelwood, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Gayle can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Gayle can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am currently retired and have lots of time for care of your dogs. I will treat your dog(s) with love and attention. I have owned dogs since I was a child and currently live with our two Cairn terriers. They are little dogs with lots of character and keep me entertained every day. I have watched our neighbor's dog(s) because they know I have lots of love and attention to give to each one!

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About Gayle Z.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a house with a fully fenced, large yard and we have two furry friends to keep your dog company. Of course, your dog can join our pack in the house for lots of love and attention, when the weather gets cold and wet.

Home

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

Information Gayle Z. would like to know about your pet

I will need to know if there are any specific food needs as well as their schedule and any medical / social issues that need to be addressed.

A typical day

A typical day begins early in this house with a visit to the yard for potty breaks and then a small breakfast and we go for walks around the neighborhood. The day progresses from there with play time in the yard (weather permitting) and naps until the dinner hour and finally down for the night.

Location

Portland, OR

Gayle Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Gayle Z. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

I will care for your pet with Love!

Pet care experience

I grew up with both dogs and cats and since retiring and living in the PNW, my husband and I have adopted two dogs. I/we have a lot of love to give and will treat your pups as if they are our own. We live in a house with a big, fenced back yard for them to run and play. If wanted, we will go for walks in our secure neighborhood of cul-de-sacs, not on busy streets. I have experience caring for senior dogs as well as those with medical needs.

Reviews

Jennifer L.
Boarding • Jul 07, 2026
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Thumper had a lovely stay! Enjoyed the backyard and having friends to hang out with. Gayle was very communicative sending daily updates.

Laura G.
Boarding • May 27, 2026
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Gayle took care of my dog with love and care, making sure she had the chance to do her favorite thing (fetch!) and keeping me updated along the way. I could tell by the details and photos Gayle was sharing that my dog felt comfortable even though it was her first time. It was very helpful to have had a meet & greet before booking to help get established and questions answered. Thank you Gayle & Michael!

kathleen T.
Boarding • May 17, 2026
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Gayle took excellent care of our dog for the weekend. She sent the cutest pictures and my dog loved spending time outside with her 2 small dogs. Overall, great experience and would book again

Joe P.
Boarding • May 14, 2026
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We cant’t say enough good things about our recent pet sitting experience with Gayle. It was our first time using Gayle and we were very happy with her communication and focus on the details to make sure the visit went as planned and it did. But more importantly was her attention to our dogs and making them feel at home in a new environment. In particular one of our dogs is a bit older and needs a little more attention and Gayle was very attentive to that. We would definitely recommend Gayle’s services.

About Gayle Z.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a house with a fully fenced, large yard and we have two furry friends to keep your dog company. Of course, your dog can join our pack in the house for lots of love and attention, when the weather gets cold and wet.

Home

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

Information Gayle Z. would like to know about your pet

I will need to know if there are any specific food needs as well as their schedule and any medical / social issues that need to be addressed.

A typical day

A typical day begins early in this house with a visit to the yard for potty breaks and then a small breakfast and we go for walks around the neighborhood. The day progresses from there with play time in the yard (weather permitting) and naps until the dinner hour and finally down for the 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.
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Gayle Z.

Star Sitter

Hazelwood, Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews