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John K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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John K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $49 per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Basic background check
29 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dog lover who just lost my dog.

Please read my full profile. I have had dogs for the last 24 years, but just lost my 15 yr. old Malamute so I'm looking to share my love of dogs. I'm very active and dogs with good recall would gets off leash walks in the woods - others would get neighborhood leashed walks and visits to dog parks. I live in the central westside surrounded by lots of parks. Ive been dogsitting on Rover since 2017 and have done a lot of dog sitting for friends over the years. And while I would prefer active dogs, I have experience with senior dogs and will happily provide quiet loving time for senior dogs as well. I was a founding and long time board member for Dogpac! and actively advocated for off leash access for our 4 legged friends. I am in travel mode these days, so short notice dog sitting works the best. IF YOUR REQUEST IS MORE THAN A MONTH OUT I WILL PROBABLY DECLINE. And please fill out your dogs profile before asking me to dogsit.

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
29 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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35 ratings
Alicia G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

Everything went great!

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Dana K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 14, 2026

John was easy to arrange plans, relaxed on drop off and seemed to be a very good fit for what we were looking for. He sent photos of our pup while we were gone and was quick to text responses for questions and pick up scheduling. THANK YOU JOHN.

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Jocelyn R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 19, 2025

John was a great fit for our large, active dog. Thank you! He took our booking last minute, was very communicative and got our dog out for hikes during her stay. We highly recommend him!

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Trish K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 17, 2025

John was great with our dog Mecca. She came home happy and healthy. Would recommend!

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Jody A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 05, 2024

John is the best with our dog! We will continue to use him as often as possible!!

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Shaun H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 21, 2022

John was awesome with my quirky dog Wonderful. It was my first time using Rover and he made it a very trusting experience. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable dog sitter.

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Schedule

I am semi retired so have a lot of time to spend with your dog. I like to include your pup in all my activities.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a small fenced yard and a doggy door to give your pup freedom. I also take dogs with me whenever possible (even when doing errands).

A typical day

For dogs with recall, off leash walks in the woods or desert- or leashed walks through the neighborhoods and parks in Bend (and off-leash areas).

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
John can host up to 2 pets per night
I love all dogs but have a preference for larger dogs and northern breeds. I also prefer last minute dog sitting as I travel a lot.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.