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Howie S.

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Howie S.

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Kew Gardens, NY

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
7 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dogs are welcomed here.

Every dog that stays with us is treated like our own. We meet in advance to make sure they get along with our lab rescue, Briscoe.

Qualifications

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

Ratings and reviews

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Grace C.
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Dog Walking • Sep 11, 2025

Howie was great ! I needed someone last minute because my regular walker had an emergency and he was able to accommodate me into his schedule and I could tell my girls liked him instantly. Thank you so much Howie !

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David B.
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Doggy Day Care • Sep 04, 2025

Howie was great. Came out to meet and greet Sofie and kept us informed with lots of photos. Highly recommended.

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Sara D.
Aug 31, 2021

I have utilizing Howie’s services for about 2 years and he is extremely reliable, communicative and kind with my pup, Oliver. He provides updates on my pups appetite, energy level and bowel movements which I appreciate so very much! I highly recommend utilizing Howie’s services.

Rachel F.
Aug 31, 2021

My dog Gracie was Howie’s first client and I am so grateful for it after all these years, over 5 (that’s 35 in dog years!) Howie treats her like his own. He not only takes care of the standard needs he also understands that she needs and loves company and belly rubs but also sometimes just likes to curl up in one of her nooks that she has created in his home. In my previous job I traveled extensively around the world and was often far away for a week or 2 at a time. Knowing that Gracie was with Howie always gave me peace of mind. I highly recommend him.

Peg H.
Aug 29, 2021

Howie S. LOVES dogs and has been taking care of my Buddy for several years. I feel super confident in his abilities to walk, feed, train, medicate, and board my pup. He ALWAYS provides my dog with a safe, loving environment and keeps me informed! Simply the best!

Noelle W.
Aug 28, 2021

Our dog Bandit loves Howie! Howie has dog sat for Bandit multiple times over the last few years. He is patient, kind, knowledgeable, and truly has a wonderful way with dogs. Bandit has special dietary needs, which Howie handles like a pro. He and his wife EJ are responsible and caring dog owners, who take care of Bandit as if he were their own dog. We travel with peace of mind knowing that Bandit is safe when he is with them. They are the dog whisperers of Queens.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently have a freelance schedule and can schedule accordingly to make sure supervision is constant and walks are given multiple times a day as well as plenty of playtime.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a one bedroom apartment and give dogs freedom on furniture. We have a 10 year old rescue lab that likes to play with most dogs. He also lets dogs have their space.

Pets

A typical day

We play fetch and tug. Dogs here usually play together. If diet allows we have pup cup socials too. We take pack walks and dogs have free roam of apartnent

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Howie can host up to 3 pets per night
Let me know of special needs, diet, food allergies, behaviors ahead of time. For first timers, we must do a meet and greet to make sure our dogs get along. Can your dog be left supervised by camera for a 1/2 hour to an hour at a time?
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.