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Jay S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Jay S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Jay has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

A peaceful spot for your dogs

I've grown up with dogs my whole life and had a mini dachshund for 15 years. Over the last decade I've been called on numerous times to watch and board dogs for friends, family and neighbors.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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13 ratings
Boarding • Aug 19, 2026

Jay S. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Katherine G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026

Jay recently watched my dog, Fergus, while my husband and I were out of town. I appreciated the time he took to talk to us about our Fergus before hand. He wanted to ensure he would be able to provide the best care. Which he did! He told us his plans for caretaking at drop off and gave us updates while we were gone. Our dog is nervous around strangers but Jay strived to make him feel at home.

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Rebecca C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 26, 2026

Thank you for caring for our dog and the updates on his behavior! We are so appreciative of your time and energy in looking after him

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Rebecca C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 30, 2025

Jay and his family were great caretakers for our dog! He was communicative with us and was understanding of Joaquin. I loved that he got some cuddle time with Jay’s kiddo and could really relax with them over the holiday.

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Max D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 28, 2025

great experience!

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Kelsi B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 06, 2025

Jay was chill and easygoing. He sent pictures of Bella and spent time outside with her. She was a happy camper for her stay!

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Schedule

I am a single dad who has custody of my kids 50/50 so when I don't have them I could give a dog my full attention and be its buddy! On weekends we could hit a trail or go for a long walk at a park. Monday through Friday I usually leave for work around 6:45 or 7, and will return home around 4 pm. And in the evening we'll hang out and have fun!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live within walking distances to a few parks for walks. The Trolley Trail is nearby too if your pet likes a bit of a longer walk.

A typical day

It is hard to describe a typical day, but I will follow the habits and schedule that the owner lays out for me as close as it can be matched to mine.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Jay can host up to 1 pet per night
I like to give dogs the benefit of the doubt and let them roam if they can be trusted, but once they have an accident in the house they will have to be crated when I'm gone. I have been told too many times that a dog won't do this and then I find #2s waiting for me when I get home.
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