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John G.

Louisville, KY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•22 reviews
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Like Your Pets Are on Vacation!!!

Pet care experience

HOUSE/PET SITTING, PLEASE NOTE... Although I currently reside in Louisville (KY), I have house/pet sat in SW FL (Cape Coral and Venice), several times, over the years. I am trying to adjust my House/Pet Sitting service area to reflect my interest in spending even more time there (SW FL), but as you can see, my profile still shows my primary residence as Louisville. Rover does not enable me to make that more clear, OR to list a minimum number of days, for any services, but for house/pet sitting to make financial sense for me, the stay typically needs to cover a minimum of 6 or 7 days, depending on the exact circumstances. Please keep that in mind, if you would like to set up something. At the moment, if you just need coverage for something like a brief weekend, I'm afraid I'm not likely to be able to be of service. On the other hand, if you need even longer coverage, I do have that flexibility. ABOUT ME Up until 2019, I had two sweet 16 year-olds, a Boston Terrier, and a Beagle-Lab mix. Sadly, I had to put them both down, within months of each other. That pain was difficult to get over, but I have reached the point at which I understand there are other dogs out there who need love and attention. Since 2020, I have been a sitter, with Rover, and it's been even more fulfilling that I could have imagined. I can't express how meaningful it is, to be able to earn the trust of both you, the parents, as well as your sweet fur babies. There were many times, when I had to leave mine behind, for one reason or another. I was fortunate to have found a good sitter then, but it never completely erased those feelings of guilt. I want YOU to be able to leave yours with me, CONFIDENT that you have done your very best to ensure they are as happy as possible, in your absence, so you can enjoy your own travels or activities, with as little remorse as possible. I know it's real!

Reviews

Laura F.
House Sitting • Jan 08, 2024
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We are always pleased to have John stay with Clancy! Clancy is getting older and has high anxiety, but he has been very comfortable with John, which gives us peace of mind when we have to leave him. In addition, John always leaves the house in great shape - everything is straight and clean. It's nice to come back home and not have to worry about cleaning up!

Laura F.
House Sitting • Sep 24, 2023
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We asked John to sit with Clancy again because he did such a good job last time. He takes such good care of Clancy, who is older and a bit high maintenance 😄

Maryl L.
Dog Boarding • Aug 14, 2023
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We were in town for a wedding and my dog stayed with John for 3 nights this past weekend. My dog really loved John!! John is an excellent communicator and was easy to coordinate with. John is also kind and followed my dog's care instructions exactly. His house was comfortable for my dog and my dog loved John's fenced in backyard too. My dog came back very happy, loved, and well taken care of during my weekend away. I highly recommend John as a dog sitter and would use John again and again if we lived in the area!

Amy B.
Dog Boarding • Jul 13, 2023
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Took great care of our furbaby!

About John G.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is completely enclosed, but I usually go outside with them, anyway - just so they know they have someone looking after them. Even when they are in the house, I like to keep tabs on them, and talk to them, so they know they have all the companionship they might want.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John G. would like to know about your pet

As my profile indicates, I have a preference for small breeds, at least when they are staying with me. They do need to be house trained, and as gentle in nature as possible. If they have difficulties with stairs, my house might not be the place for them, as I have multiple levels. On the other hand, if they're small enough, and don't mind being carried, I can gladly help them change floors, whenever I do. Both of my pets wound up needing meds, and if that's what your baby requires, I'm sure we can work something out, as well. We can talk about the rest of the usual details, when we make our arrangements!

A typical day

Little ones often like to sit on my lap, while I'm working, and I do my best to accommodate them. If I'm house sitting, and your yard is NOT fenced in, then we are walking the neighborhood… OFTEN (as often as they're used to, at least)!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
House Sitting
in your home
$45per night

John can host

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

John can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am fortunate enough to be able to work from home, so I am generally able to keep my guests company throughout their stay (day and night, with exceptions for dinners out, etc.). I frequently have time for breaks, during which we can play or simply go out in the yard, and watch the neighborhood animals!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 20 days ago
John can host up to 2 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About John G.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is completely enclosed, but I usually go outside with them, anyway - just so they know they have someone looking after them. Even when they are in the house, I like to keep tabs on them, and talk to them, so they know they have all the companionship they might want.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John G. would like to know about your pet

As my profile indicates, I have a preference for small breeds, at least when they are staying with me. They do need to be house trained, and as gentle in nature as possible. If they have difficulties with stairs, my house might not be the place for them, as I have multiple levels. On the other hand, if they're small enough, and don't mind being carried, I can gladly help them change floors, whenever I do. Both of my pets wound up needing meds, and if that's what your baby requires, I'm sure we can work something out, as well. We can talk about the rest of the usual details, when we make our arrangements!

A typical day

Little ones often like to sit on my lap, while I'm working, and I do my best to accommodate them. If I'm house sitting, and your yard is NOT fenced in, then we are walking the neighborhood… OFTEN (as often as they're used to, at least)!

Location

Louisville, KY

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John G.

Louisville, KY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•22 reviews