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John K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients
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John K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients
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SMITHTOWN, NY

Highlights

John has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Recently retired educated pro

I've had dogs my entire life. I am an excellent personal trainer, who enjoys the company of dogs. I joined Rover when living in a building in PHX. I started to walk or pet sit for many residents in my building. Many call me the "dog whisperer."

Qualifications

30 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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122 ratings
Sarah A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 29, 2026

John does a great job taking care of our high energy puppy when we’re away!

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George H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 28, 2026

John treats my dog like his own. John sends me pictures and text messages regarding my dog while I am away. I never have to worry about my dog when I am away while he is in John's care. John even sends follow up texts regarding my dog's well being. John truly cares and loves dogs.

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Chris B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 19, 2026

John is the best!! Very accommodating and clear with how our lab was doing throughout the day. Thank you!

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Kristina G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 17, 2026

This was Nico’s second visit with John, and I am 100% confident in his ability to care for dogs. As he says in his profile, he truly is a dog whisperer. He is calm, knowledgeable, compassionate, and clearly understands dogs and their individual personalities. If you’re considering trusting John with your pets, you can feel confident they will be in excellent hands and receive thoughtful, attentive care.

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Sarah A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 12, 2026

John did a great job caring for our energetic puppy and sent updates and pictures throughout!

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Katherine J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 10, 2026

John is so good at managing multiple dogs with all their quirks and personalities. We didn't worry about Grimm at all while we were away because we knew he was in good hands. We recommend him wholeheartedly as a pet-sitter!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I recently retired, may pick up a part time job, but my full-time out of the house days are over. If I can assist folks that work all day with their doggies, I'd be happy to do so.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a house an half an acre walking distance to the Nissequogoe River. Completely fenced in yard with visibility to the park across the street.

Pets

A typical day

Walking, play fetch, hiking in safe marked trails, running through a sprinkler. I'm walking distance to the Nissequogoe River, Arthur Kunz State Park and San Remo.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
John can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know of your dog has any special needs or requirements. Also share his/her favorite activities. What do they like? What do they not like. Are.they good with other dogs?
Boarding
in the sitter's home
$90per night
House Sitting
in your home
$150per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$75per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$50per walk
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.