John M.
John M.
Contact for Boarding
CA$45 total per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your dog will love me!
I have had dogs in my life since being a young boy. From Huskies to Chinese Powder Puffs. I am a true dog lover and will treat your dog as my own! I am very active and enjoy walks through parks and enriching engagement through play with dogs. My last dog Rio was a disabled, rescued Chinese Crested Powder Puff, his disability didn't slow us down and he lived his best life until he was 15 years old! I currently help my daughter with her two young pups and senior dog when needed and am looking to have the joy of a companion to walk with, or board! I believe all dogs are pure athletes and therefore need lots of exercise for a long healthy life. My latest Dog Rio lived to be 15. At 2 years old it is believed he was hit by a car. He had his half hip crushed restricting the passage of stool. A daily addition of laxative to his food prevented any obstruction. Also his rear right foot was turned backward so he developed a thick callus on the back side of his paw. Rio traveled everywhere with me, from beaches in Brazil, to deliveries in Owen Sound, to a day in Ottawa to experience the freedom convoy. On April 30, 2025 around 3:00 in the afternoon shortly after his 3rd struggling walk of the day he passed quietly in my arms.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
John took excellent care of our dog, Sammy. He made Sammy feel at home and at ease. John took him for a walk before taking him into the house so Sammy could get used to him. In fact John took Sammy for 4 walks during the time Sammy was there and kept us posted eith a photo. We appreciate that John was so flexible with our pickup time.
Jojo enjoyed her day with John. He provided lots of attention and exercise and was flexible with drop off and pickup. I will definitely book with John again!
My pup had a good time with John and his small doggy. She especially enjoyed a walk along the river and having access to a fenced back yard was a real bonus.
John was really flexible with us this weekend and kept him much longer on the last day than we anticipated! He’s great with communicating with us and we really appreciate him!
John was so kind and even though Chase was only with him for a few hours, he sent a picture during their walk and it seemed like a good time. I would definitely rebook with him.
Benny had another great day with John. John is good about offering details, about how the day went and he is so good to Benny. We feel sure that Benny is well looked after, and always has a great day with John.
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Schedule
I am fully retired and my daily/weekly routine is very open. I am available for last minute bookings for daily walks, doggy daycare or boarding.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a self-contained lower level apartment with full access to a fully fenced in back yard. Dogs are more than welcome to be on furniture, the bed and wherever they feel most comfortable. I am willing to accommodate any dietary plans and will follow any directions given to me for your dog!
A typical day
I love talking them on long walks to see the neighborhood and park areas. I follow the dogs lead when on walks and in the parks while keeping them engaged and safe. When in my fenced in back yard I love to play fetch with the dogs.