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Jacob Z.

Winchester, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
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The dog whisperer.

Pet care experience

Hello, I’m Jacob and I cannot wait to meet the four-legged member(s) of your family! I give lots of personal attention to the dogs in my care and love to provide them with plenty of exercise and play. I can handle big dogs, mouthy puppies, and anything in between. Leash training and obedience training are a couple of my specialties. If your pup is shy or nervous, I let them acclimate at their own pace—they’ll be getting a hearty belly rub in no time. Senior dogs, dogs with special needs, and energy-crazed dogs are well within my purview too. I pay special attention to their body language and have been told I possess an intuitive sense of “the canine mind.” I often think dogs are easier to read than people—ultimately, they just want love! (Although my experience is mostly with dogs, I have no qualms about accepting bookings for cats or other animals—I am eager to gain more experience!)

Reviews

Marisa K.
Drop-In Visits • May 23, 2024
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Jacob did a wonderful job looking after our three cats while were out of town for a long weekend. I appreciated his thorough updates on how the girls were doing, a well as his attention to detail in taking care of them. He took the time to understand each of their routines and was thoughtful and attentive! He went above and beyond in spending time with them, as well as tidying up around their litter boxes. We'd definitely recommend Jacob for your cat sitting needs and look forward to booking with him in the future!

Erica J.
House Sitting • May 20, 2024
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Jacob did great with my pitties! He was professional and responsive and easy to schedule last minute!

Mark D.
Dog Walking • May 07, 2024
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Thank you, Jacob!

Katie D.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 28, 2024
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Nucky loved doing zoomies with Jacob! Thank you!

About Jacob Z.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
70% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

For sittings, I am very tidy and self-sufficient, and I guarantee that the homes of my clients will be left in mint condition! Don’t hesitate to communicate any chores around your home that I can tend to. I’d love to know your pet’s full routine so they are right in rhythm while under my care. If your pet is at my house, they are honorary members of the family for the duration of their stay, including furniture and bed privileges. I can also guarantee that they will be left tired and satisfied. Activities include playing in the backyard or at a nearby park, walking around my quiet neighborhood, or a scenic drive and hike at the local woods if your pet is so inclined.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Jacob Z. would like to know about your pet

Communicating any particular quirks, habits, or needs of your pet(s) is the most important thing—especially those health-related. I am confident that I can take good care of any dog or other animal as long as I know what to expect. Let me know of any skills or behaviors your pet is working on too—I am happy to help them with their homework.

A typical day

When a dog is up for it, I love to take them with me on a hike or run. Getting off the beaten path to some woodland trails is especially rewarding for the both of us (the Middlesex Fells is my bread & butter). In addition, I am an expert at both fetch and tug-of-war. Once they are all tuckered out, my whiskered clients can often be found snoozing on the couch as we watch Boston sports together. I’ll even brush their teeth!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$70per night
House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Jacob can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only

Jacob can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I have full-time availability for pet care. Whether it’s walks, runs, boarding/daycare, an overnight sitting at your home, 8 guinea pigs with specialized diets—I do it all. I aim to be very flexible and responsive so my clients know that I am prioritizing the needs of their beloved pets. My camera roll is mostly pictures and videos of the dogs I hang out with, so I can always update owners with the latest footage.

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About Jacob Z.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
70% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

For sittings, I am very tidy and self-sufficient, and I guarantee that the homes of my clients will be left in mint condition! Don’t hesitate to communicate any chores around your home that I can tend to. I’d love to know your pet’s full routine so they are right in rhythm while under my care. If your pet is at my house, they are honorary members of the family for the duration of their stay, including furniture and bed privileges. I can also guarantee that they will be left tired and satisfied. Activities include playing in the backyard or at a nearby park, walking around my quiet neighborhood, or a scenic drive and hike at the local woods if your pet is so inclined.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Jacob Z. would like to know about your pet

Communicating any particular quirks, habits, or needs of your pet(s) is the most important thing—especially those health-related. I am confident that I can take good care of any dog or other animal as long as I know what to expect. Let me know of any skills or behaviors your pet is working on too—I am happy to help them with their homework.

A typical day

When a dog is up for it, I love to take them with me on a hike or run. Getting off the beaten path to some woodland trails is especially rewarding for the both of us (the Middlesex Fells is my bread & butter). In addition, I am an expert at both fetch and tug-of-war. Once they are all tuckered out, my whiskered clients can often be found snoozing on the couch as we watch Boston sports together. I’ll even brush their teeth!

Location

Winchester, MA

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Jacob Z.

Winchester, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews