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John M.

McLean, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

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

John can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

John can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About John M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information John M. would like to know about your pet

I want to provide the best service and experience for your pooch or kitty! Please let me know if your cat or dog has any anxieties or sensitivities that I should be aware of. Do they require special equipment such as unique collars, harnesses, etc? Do they like other dogs or are they protective? (Like if we go on a walk and another dog is passing by will the dog bark or bare its teeth?) Do I need to be worried about them around children? Does your cat or dog have any special needs such as food, treats, medicines or specific behaviors that I need to be accountable for or know before approaching? Anything and everything you can share about your beloved family member is very important for me to know ahead. Thank you!

A typical day

I want to ensure a wonderful experience for your dog based on their wants and needs from favorite treats, walking routes, friendliness with other dogs and preferred toys! My preference is to walk your dog in neighborhoods if they have a safe sidewalk, parks and large green areas. I love being outside, so if your dog needs some outdoor exercise I am happy to join them in getting some good steps in! If your pooch is more of a home body, then I’m all for it too! I love playing games like fetch, tug of war, or whatever your doggy's heart desires.

Location

McLean, VA

John M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Woof/Meow! Cat dad loves all pets!

Pet care experience

I have lovingly taken care of dogs & cats for over 30 years, both mine & those belonging to friends, family & neighbors. From an early age I learned that all animals need love and compassion, and this taught me to always responsibly care for our family & friends' pets. Since then my passion for animals has taken me on a career path as a global wildlife & nature conservationist & photographer. Any chance I get to walk, visit, play with, and care for a pet brings me immense joy. I know how hard it is to leave your pet for a trip or even just for the day to go to work, my commitment to you is that your pet will receive tons of attention, affection and exercise and you can feel 100% at ease. I am available day/evenings during the week and flexible throughout the day/night on weekends. I will make every effort to fit your schedule. I currently work from home, giving me plenty of time and a broad range of flexibility to visit, walk, and care for your pets. Hopefully your pooch can help me get some of my daily 13,000 steps in! I like to send daily updates and photos giving you peace of mind that your kitty or pooch are happy and taken care of, eliminating any worries you may have regarding your pet during your time away. I'm excited about the chance to meet you and your fur baby! When I visit your pet, I hold myself to the highest standard from the moment I enter your home and greet your pet, as if it was my own home and my own pet. I will strive to leave your home in the same, or better, condition than it was at the beginning of my visit or stay. Once I've followed all instructions provided by you (food, water, litter, toys, meds, etc.), your pet is going to get plenty of affection, playtime, and exercise to keep them fed, happy and well-rested until my next visit (or your return). Let me know your pet’s preferences! High energy dog? Let’s go for a long walk or a run! More of a lap dog? Let's read or watch a movie and I’ll make sure we get in some quality cuddle time. Maybe it’s that time of year and your fur baby is shedding everywhere - let me help with the brushing!

Reviews

Lisa H.
Dog Walking • Jul 24, 2025
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John is always the best for my Jack! Very professional!

Ove W.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 23, 2025
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Johnny was excellent. He took such good care of our pets and was very responsive to our questions. You can tell he loves animals.

Lisa H.
Dog Walking • Apr 03, 2025
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John is the very best and does the most for my dog Jack!!

Lisa H.
Dog Walking • Mar 07, 2025
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John is exceptional! Always does well with my dog Jack!

About John M.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information John M. would like to know about your pet

I want to provide the best service and experience for your pooch or kitty! Please let me know if your cat or dog has any anxieties or sensitivities that I should be aware of. Do they require special equipment such as unique collars, harnesses, etc? Do they like other dogs or are they protective? (Like if we go on a walk and another dog is passing by will the dog bark or bare its teeth?) Do I need to be worried about them around children? Does your cat or dog have any special needs such as food, treats, medicines or specific behaviors that I need to be accountable for or know before approaching? Anything and everything you can share about your beloved family member is very important for me to know ahead. Thank you!

A typical day

I want to ensure a wonderful experience for your dog based on their wants and needs from favorite treats, walking routes, friendliness with other dogs and preferred toys! My preference is to walk your dog in neighborhoods if they have a safe sidewalk, parks and large green areas. I love being outside, so if your dog needs some outdoor exercise I am happy to join them in getting some good steps in! If your pooch is more of a home body, then I’m all for it too! I love playing games like fetch, tug of war, or whatever your doggy's heart desires.

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John M.

McLean, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews