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Jack S.

Gainesville, VA

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Semi-Retired CEO that loves pets!

Pet care experience

I love dogs! In fact, I go on walks in my neighborhood sometimes just so I can pet dogs that are on walks. I’m a 42 year old professional male who is semi-retired from owning 2 large businesses in the Northern Virginia area. I was married for 22 years and during that timespan I never went without owning a dog. After divorcing and letting my ex-wife have ownership of our 3 dogs, I miss having a dog of my own. I feel this is a good way for me to meet the needs of caring for a pet while simultaneously helping those in my surrounding communities. I live in Gainesville, VA in a gated community and an able to travel to places such as Warrenton, Haymarket, Manassas, etc. I’m physically active and love going on walks and runs. If you have a dog that tends to need longer walks/runs I would relish in this as I work to meet my goal of 20,000 steps a day! If looking for overnight care, check my calendar to see my availability. I’ll treat your home with the upmost care and respect it deserves, as if it was my own.

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Kathleen N.
Apr 24, 2024

I have known Jack for several years and observed how he interacts with his own animals and animals in public. Jack has a kind heart for dogs. He has owned several dogs and they are obedient and loyal to him, wanting to please him. It is obvious he has the highest standard of care and compassion for his animals. When I was recently caring for one of his dogs, while he was out of the country, the dog became ill. Jack had no hesitation giving me financial support to perform every test the vet recommended. When it was discovered that his dog had a terminal cancer, he authorized us to do anything to keep the dog comfortable and followed the vets recommendations. Although the cost was high, he did not hesitate to provide excellent care and resources for his dog. Jack rescued an aggressive dog and managed to successfully care for this dog with compassion and kind support, while safely introducing him to his family and his other dogs. He was mindful of everything and everyone around him and this dog when he would take him on walks. He was very cautious and able to calmly control this dog. He is amazing when it comes to calm, steady caution to provide safe handling and security for others when in public. In public, Jack has a deep desire to greet animals with their owner's permission. It is obvious that he has a fond interest in dogs and empathsizes with them. He would be extremely trustworthy with someone's pets. I have trusted him with my own dogs in the past. Jack is also an owner of a home health company, providing services to vulnerable senior citizens. He has an amazing reputation in the community, with his (over 150) clients, with his (over 200) caregivers, and with his administrative staff. I believe any one of them would agree he would make an exceptional asset to your company. He genuinely wants to work for you because of his deep desire to care for dogs. Unfortunately, his personal and professional life do not afford him the time he feels would be warranted to take another dog of his own dog right now. This would be a perfect relationship for both Rover and Jack to venture into together. I strongly support hiring Jack for this position and I am happy to discuss this with anyone who looks for additional information.

About Jack S.

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As someone who lives in a nice home and in a gated community, I understand the importance of ensuring that not only the pets I’m watching but also the house I am in to be as safe as possible.

Information Jack S. would like to know about your pet

If there is anything particular you need to make sure I do with your dog, please let me know and I’ll be sure to take care of those items! Please let me know if your dog is scared or skittish around new people and what has usually worked for them to become accustomed to strangers.

A typical day

I love walking, running, playing fetch, and other games with dogs. Any detailed notes or lists that are left for me to do/take care of, I’ll be sure to do as directed.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$31per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$18per walk

Jack can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

Although I am still the owner and CEO of 2 large businesses, I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule due to having a strong executive team working with me. I routinely work from home and take multiple days off a week for other hobbies.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 18 days ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Jack S.

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

As someone who lives in a nice home and in a gated community, I understand the importance of ensuring that not only the pets I’m watching but also the house I am in to be as safe as possible.

Information Jack S. would like to know about your pet

If there is anything particular you need to make sure I do with your dog, please let me know and I’ll be sure to take care of those items! Please let me know if your dog is scared or skittish around new people and what has usually worked for them to become accustomed to strangers.

A typical day

I love walking, running, playing fetch, and other games with dogs. Any detailed notes or lists that are left for me to do/take care of, I’ll be sure to do as directed.

Location

Gainesville, VA

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Gainesville, VA

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