Ian S.
North Hollywood, CA
When I'm with a dog I feel at home.
Pet care experience
Growing up, we always had dogs as members of our family. I feel instantly at ease with them and they with me. I don’t have the resources to have a dog of my own. I understand the cost and commitment required. My sisters have an awesome Chocolate Lab named Ducks. She’s crazy and I love her like my niece. When they are out of town I watch her. She is on meds for seizures. Their last lab had a condition requiring eye drops throughout the day. So I’m comfortable with adjusting to your dogs needs. I run my own 5 star business doing small moving jobs which usually range from about 2 to 4 hours. You can look me up Captain Smith Delivery. 20 years in business. For my standard $100 a day rate dogsitting, I will come and go, do a moving job or two while also giving your dog or cat the attention and time they need. Small Jobs taking me away 3-5hrs w drive time. Plenty of time for meals and potty breaks. Then I’ll be there all night of course. If you need me to be home all day 24 hours, it’s $250 a day.
Reviews
Ian stayed the weekend with our two pups. He was great! Checked in often - left the house in perfect condition. We felt very comfortable knowing he was there with our little ones. We highly recommend Ian!!
Ian is a fantastic sitter. Our Mikko is 14 1/2 and has lost his hearing. His eyesight is also on the decline so it is very important to keep him in his home routine. Ian has calm energy and was sensitive to Mikko's special needs and most importantly Mikko felt comfortable with him. He also followed all feeding and going-out instructions carefully & accurately and kept us up to date. We felt that Mikko and our home were in good hands while we were away and have him booked again for an upcoming trip.
Ian was awsome. He stayed at the house with our two dogs for a couple weeks. He left our home clean and exactly how we left it. It was very easy to reach if we had any questions. Along with taking care of the dogs he watered the plants got the mail and kept an eye on the property. We will be leaving the country in a few months and will definitely ask Ian if he will be available to stay again.
Ian is an amazing sitter! Very thorough and communicative. He is definitely the first on our list the next time we go out of town. Highly recommended!
About Ian S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I treat dogs like they are my niece and nephews. With love and respect. Some awareness of keeping them out of trouble. But mostly just let them do their thing. Cuddles on the couch. They can totally sleep with me
Information Ian S. would like to know about your pet
I like to meet the dog and owner before confirming the sit. then we can go over the schedule and special needs and make sure the dog is comfortable with me while the owner is present. A chance for them to feel safe with me in their home..That way it's less of a shock when I come back to sit.
A typical day
I like to take dogs for a few nice 30 minute walks a day. I find it very relaxing. I do enjoy a game of tug of war if they are up for it. I definitely love to cuddle and veg out together. Watch movies.
Services
Ian can watch in your home
Availability
I’m rebooting my dogsitting business in 2024 as a next phase of my life plan. Currently I’ve been sitting just for family. I run my own pickup truck white glove delivery/moving business. I do small jobs mostly so I can be totally flexible w a dog-sit schedule. Especially when booked in advance. I’m looking to do more dog sits and a little less moving..
About Ian S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I treat dogs like they are my niece and nephews. With love and respect. Some awareness of keeping them out of trouble. But mostly just let them do their thing. Cuddles on the couch. They can totally sleep with me
Information Ian S. would like to know about your pet
I like to meet the dog and owner before confirming the sit. then we can go over the schedule and special needs and make sure the dog is comfortable with me while the owner is present. A chance for them to feel safe with me in their home..That way it's less of a shock when I come back to sit.
A typical day
I like to take dogs for a few nice 30 minute walks a day. I find it very relaxing. I do enjoy a game of tug of war if they are up for it. I definitely love to cuddle and veg out together. Watch movies.
Location
los angeles, CA
Pets
Ian S.
North Hollywood, CA