John M.
John M.
Contact for Boarding
from $32 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Flexible Pet Lover! 🐾
Hi! I’m Johnny, and I grew up on a ranch in Colorado, where caring for animals was a part of everyday life. I was raised around horses, dogs, cats, and other animals, so being responsible for their care has been second nature since I was young. Throughout my life, I’ve continued to care for pets and understand that every animal has its own personality, routines, and needs. Whether your pet loves long walks, playing fetch, or relaxing on the couch, I’ll make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. Professionally, I’ve worked in high-trust positions on Capitol Hill and at the Smithsonian, where reliability, communication, and attention to detail were essential. I’ll bring that same level of professionalism to caring for your pets and your home. I know leaving a pet with someone else can be stressful, so I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages and treat your furry family member like one of my own. Im a proud cat dad to a wild orange cat named Cheeter!
Cat care experience
John also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Johnny McInerney would do a stellar job for Rover. Anyone in need of pet care can rest assured they’ll receive tender loving care for their beloved pet family member. Johnny is full of kindness and compassion and he’s a responsible young adult guy. I highly recommend Johnny Mac for anyone needing pet care. Sincerely ~ Joan F
Johnny is exactly who you want to watch your pet. He’s responsible, extremely organized, and has a fun, light hearted personality. He is the absolute star cat dad to his cat Cheater and my dog Dolly is always so excited to see him. He brings a warm energy that makes animals immediately feel comfortable.
John has watched my two cats, Moo and Bear, on multiple occasions and always takes such great care of them. He’s reliable, attentive, and genuinely loves animals. I always feel completely at ease knowing they’re in his hands!
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Schedule
My schedule is currently flexible, giving me plenty of time for walks, drop-in visits, playtime, and attentive care. I’m available during weekdays and weekends and will communicate clearly about timing.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a comfortable apartment in Dupont Circle with access to a fantastic fenced-in shared courtyard for supervised outdoor time. I carefully follow each owner’s instructions, maintain their pet’s normal routine, and prioritize safety, cleanliness, and plenty of individual attention.
Pets
A typical day
My priority is to learn about your pets personality! What makes them tick, what activities they enjoy and find stimulating, or any triggers I should be aware of. Happy to follow a preferred walk route as I know dogs love routine. It’s always good to let dogs lead the way (within owners expectations). Patience is critical, and slowly easing into a relationship with any animal is important. If your pet wants to stop and smell the roses, I let them! Allowing dogs to use their noses stimulates their brains and results in a calmer animal. I’m in tune with animals and will quickly pick up their needs and preferences on an ongoing basis.