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Ivan G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 repeat clients
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Ivan G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Ivan has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
30 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

pets are cooler than humans

Hey, I've dealt with animals/dogs pretty much my whole life. I had a dog for the greatest 14 years of my life but he unfortunately went to heaven in 2021. Im not ready for another pup but love to hang with other pups since theres nothing like dogs. Ive had my dog since he was a puppy up until he was a senior so I know very much what it takes to deal with a puppy but as well as a senior pup that needs medical care. I do not mind getting my hands dirty at all. Im what you consider an animal whisperer and you'll see that once I meet your pup. I havent encountered a dog yet in where we havent become buddies. My dog was a big boy and im a big guy so I know what it takes to care for a large dog but also love to show love to the smaller dogs of the world as well. im all for the walks and getting out but we can also just be lazy and watch yankees and knicks game on my couch ****I also offer pick up and drop off services in my car for a fee each route depending on where you’re located at.

Qualifications

20 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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69 ratings
Jessica S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 03, 2026

Highly recommend Ivan was reliable communicative and my dog seemed to do well and he usually has separation anxiety and doesn’t like men all that much but I’ve even seem to win him over. Would definitely use Ivan again.

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Andrea S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 27, 2026

Big thanks to Ivan for making my dog feel young and spry on her weekend stay with him! Great communication and help with specifics for her! Thank you again Ivan for a great pup sitting experience. Will definitely reach out again when she needs a sit!

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Boarding • Jun 23, 2026

Ivan G. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Jeremy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026

Ivan is reliable, responsive, and accommodating. I was going to be late getting back and he was able to drop my dog off before I got home, saving a lot of time and effort. My dog was happy and well taken care of! Thanks Ivan.

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Jack H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 14, 2026

Ivan was great with my dog vinny. He was very communicative and I know he had a great time staying at Ivan’s house!

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David W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 22, 2026

Ivan made my dog feel like at home. Very accommodating with our schedule. Looking forward to using Ivan agian

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Schedule

I work from home full time so I’m always available. I love to take walks so don’t mind to get up in the middle of the night and go for a nice walk for the pup.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

Since I had a dogs, my place is dog friendly and have have different rooms for them to go too if they want to be alone.

A typical day

I have a park a 2 blocks away so I envision going there a lot and just running around and maybe play catch with them In the dog park. I don’t have to always go to the dog park since some dogs don’t do well with other interactions with dogs so i have no problem just going to the park and Hanging with us alone.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Ivan can host up to 4 pets per night
How they interact with other dogs while Going for walks. if they are potty trained. What are their trigger points? And does the dog like belly rubs!!!!
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.