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John S.

Star Sitter

OAK PARK, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
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Services

John can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I work from home with a relatively flexible work schedule so can be available pretty much anytime during weekday or weekends for walks or boarding with advance notice.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About John S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a lot of gates throughout the home to gradually build dog's comfort in our home as well as gated backyard and kids who love dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors and I’d be happy to honor them. Do you use a certain phrase for doing their business…?

A typical day

Dog play time in backyard with our lab, walks to the park, fetch in the yard, walks around the neighborhood, and enrichment games for treats!

Location

OAK PARK, IL

John S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

John S. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

I love Chicago sports and dogs.

Pet care experience

I have experience with wide variety in size and age of dogs from an elderly puggle to recently training our 1.5 year old black lab.

Reviews

Jacob E.
Boarding • avr. 24, 2026
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John has always been a great sitter for our senior dog. He takes excellent care of her, always sending pictures and updates and making sure she is always comfortable in her stay.

Raun Y.
Boarding • févr. 23, 2026
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John and his family were wonderful caretakers for our Golden Retriever during a 10 day stay. We were frequently updated on her well being with messages, pics and video. We’ll be rebooking with them in the future!

Darlene B.
Boarding • oct. 02, 2025
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Great experience for my dog, Whiskey!! Highly recommend.

Joyce D.
Boarding • sept. 02, 2025
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Another great stay with John. Thank you, John and family!! Woof, Atlas

About John S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a lot of gates throughout the home to gradually build dog's comfort in our home as well as gated backyard and kids who love dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or behaviors and I’d be happy to honor them. Do you use a certain phrase for doing their business…?

A typical day

Dog play time in backyard with our lab, walks to the park, fetch in the yard, walks around the neighborhood, and enrichment games for treats!

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John S.

Star Sitter

OAK PARK, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews