Jeffrey L.
Jeffrey L.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loved like family, never alone
I grew up with dogs in the family, so caring for them is second nature. My daughters share that love, and our whole house lights up when there's a dog in it. We travel too much to have one of our own, which is why we'd rather build lasting relationships with a few special dogs whose families need occasional help. I'm semi-retired with a fully flexible schedule, and I only take one or two bookings a month, so your dog gets my attention for the vast majority of each day. And I never book more than one dog at a time. I'm super active myself, so I love taking dogs on hikes, and on trail runs if they're up for it. Whatever your dog's energy level, they'll come home tired from exercising and happy from a day of new smells. I charge more than most sitters here, and the reason is simple: your dog gets a whole family's attention, real daily workouts, playmates, and steady, caring company from an experienced handler. Every dollar goes to my daughters — half as pay for the help they provide, half into their college funds. I'm happy (and actually prefer) to do a meet and greet at my house prior to confirming a booking. If we sound like the right fit for your pup, then please reach out! **For the Dog Walking service listed at $120/walk** — that's not for the standard 30-minute Rover walk, but rather up to 120 minutes/10 miles of hiking/trail running. I'd pick up and put your pup in the back of my SUV, drive to a preserve nearby (Foothill Park in Palo Alto, for example), and then drop your pup off.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
My pup had a great time with Jeffrey. Jeffrey took him for walks, played with him, sent me lots of pics. I could tell Jeffrey was taking good care of him, and my pup was very happy with him. I highly recommend Jeffrey!
I can't recommend Jeff and his girls highly enough! This was our 8-year-old German Shepherd's very first boarding experience, so we were understandably a little nervous. From the very beginning, they went above and beyond to make sure she felt safe, comfortable, and loved. Even at our meet and greet, I was so impressed. Jeff had clearly read through Lolly's profile ahead of time and came prepared with a list of thoughtful questions about her routine, personality, and preferences. It was obvious he genuinely wanted to get to know her and make sure she had the best possible stay, and that immediately put us at ease. Every day was a new adventure for Lolly! They took her on fun outings, kept her active, and treated her like part of the family. One of my favorite parts was receiving so many photos and updates throughout her stay—it gave us so much peace of mind knowing she was happy and having such a great time. Jeff's communication was great, too. He responded incredibly quickly whenever I reached out, and anytime he had a question, he always checked with me instead of making assumptions. I especially appreciated the little things, like asking before letting her play in the doggy pool. That level of thoughtfulness meant so much. When we picked Lolly up, she was so happy, relaxed, and pleasantly tired from all of her adventures. It was clear she had been genuinely cared for and loved during her stay. As first-time boarding parents, we honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. We'll absolutely be booking with Jeff again for future trips and sincerely hope he's available whenever we need him. If you're looking for someone who will care for your dog as if they were their own, I wholeheartedly recommend him!
Jeff is a very responsible, ethical and caring guy. Whether people or pets, you can count on him to do the right thing and have good instincts with respect to not endangering or overheating your pet or allowing them to get lost. I myself am a cat owner, and Jeff has always been sweet and respectful of my cat. Bonus points is he is fit and loves the outdoors so would naturally love to take dogs out for long and interesting walks.
Jeff and his kids have been close family friends for many years. We are dog owners, and we couldn’t imagine anyone better to look after your pup. He and his daughters are caring people in general, but beyond that, they really enjoy playing with and watching our dog. We consider them dog lovers, just like we are!
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Schedule
Given I'm semi-retired and work from home on a flexible schedule, pet care can always fit naturally into my whole day — not just the edges of it. Your dog won't be waiting for attention: mornings can start with a long walk/hike or run and midday means play and company rather than an empty house. On the weekends, after school, on holidays, and during summer break, my daughters will shower your pup with love and attention.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Safety comes first. We live on a large lot in Los Altos with fully fenced front and back yards, so there's plenty of secure space to play and explore. We're minutes from the foothills, with easy access to great hiking trails, and I have the proper equipment to transport your pup safely. In our home, your dog is treated as part of the family: supervised play, a consistent routine for meals, walks, and rest, and someone home all day, so dogs are never alone. On outings, dogs stay leashed unless you've told me otherwise, and I match the pace and distance to your dog's fitness and the weather, while ensuring your dog is hydrated. I'm happy to follow your routine exactly — feeding, medications, sleeping arrangements, house rules, etc. You'll get regular photo and video updates, so you always know your pup is safe and happy.
A typical day
Morning walk, hike or trail run (45-180 minutes, depending on fitness. Start and close the session with plenty of sniffing). Recover at home while I do things around the house. Perhaps some napping. Mental stimulation and/or obedience training for 20-60 minutes around lunch/early afternoon (with breaks) Likely some nap time Playing with my kids when they're back from school Evening walk / jog around the neighborhood
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeJeffrey can host up to 1 pet per night
- Let me know if your dog has any special needs. I won't accept dogs that don't do well around children, but if they are only reactive to other dogs, then that's something I'm happy to manage.
Prices include all fees.