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John "Jake" S.

Manassas Park, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews
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Just a man that is one of the dogs!

Pet care experience

I have been working in animal shelters since I was 15 years old. I also worked for the Norfolk Humane Society for 9 years, and did 5 years of dog fostering. I frequently tell my close family and friends that "I may not know about everything in life, but I sure know dogs." Who trained a 6 year old Lab Weimaraner who was raised as a mountain dog to open his heart to a 2 month old Border Collie Blue Healer puppy? This guy right here! I also give myself credit for convincing my wife to get our first dog, and am currently training my in laws to treat their dogs as dogs, and not people! I am not sure which task is more difficult.

Reviews

Melvin D.
Dog Walking • Aug 21, 2021
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Jake did an amazing job with our dog and will definitely work with him in the future. He was extremely friendly and informative about his passion and knowledge of dogs. Cannot thank him enough and our pup Koda is already looking forward to the next outing.

Cheyney L.
Dog Walking • Apr 30, 2021
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Jake came over and met our very energetic husky pup and was so great with him immediately. He knows high energy breeds and can respond to them with patience and understanding! He truly cares about all of the dogs he walks and our pup had a wonderful time with him and was still tired when we got home (and everyone knows that a tired pup is a happy pup). He gives you an update as soon as the walk is complete, let’s you know when he comes and leaves, and even takes some photos so you can see how happy your dog is! He’ll definitely be a regular walker for us!

Alyssa S.
Dog Walking • Mar 12, 2020
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Jake was great with my pup! He is very informative and professional! I would have him again to walk my dog.

Deborah B.
Feb 03, 2020

I have the pleasure of knowing John "Jake" for over a decade, and he has always had a great relationship with my 2 dogs - 1 Yorkie and 1 Shi-Poo. Chewie, my one and only Yorkie, recently crossed the rainbow bridge due to Pancreatic Cancer. I was, and still am heartbroken, but John seems to always know how to make me feel better. It is comforting to hear John make comments such as: "He is always with you." Even when Chewie was alive, I left John to care for him and Zoey (Shi-Poo) on several occasions. Both dogs were always well-cared for (fed, taken out, etc). John was actually the first one to take Chewie out for walk...(yes, ever!) It was amazing how Chewie's ears perked up when John asked him out of blue to go for a walk one day - we had no clue that Chewie even knew what the word "walk" meant. Finally, John has great advice for dog owners due to his experience with dogs. I am thankful that he helped me and my husband learn some tips on nutrition, and ways to raise dogs to be a part of a pact.

About John "Jake" S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information John "Jake" S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to learn about the dog's routines, and things that they like and don't like. I also would like to know what their favorite toys are. I have no breed preferences.

A typical day

I enjoy walking dogs around their neighborhoods, but I prefer to keep their current walking routines in tact. The less stressed the dogs are, the more healthy and fun the walks will be! I love playing rope activities with dogs, particularly Tug of War!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit

John "Jake" can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
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About John "Jake" S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information John "Jake" S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to learn about the dog's routines, and things that they like and don't like. I also would like to know what their favorite toys are. I have no breed preferences.

A typical day

I enjoy walking dogs around their neighborhoods, but I prefer to keep their current walking routines in tact. The less stressed the dogs are, the more healthy and fun the walks will be! I love playing rope activities with dogs, particularly Tug of War!

Location

Manassas Park, VA

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John "Jake" S.

Manassas Park, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews