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John S.

Colchester

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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No hassle, easy going and reliable.

Pet care experience

I've taken care of dogs of every kind throughout my life. Neighbours, friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed, sit and provide holiday cover.

Reviews

Serena M.
House Sitting • Mar 05, 2024
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John has looked after our wire haired Dacshund’s a few times and each time the dogs are really pleased to see him when he arrives and even our rescue boy (who can be a little anxious and vocal) just adores him. He walks the dogs and looks after them in every way. He leaves the house just perfect. Couldn’t recommend him enough!

Claire J.
House Sitting • Feb 20, 2024
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John was wonderful, looking after our very excitable, young Setter for the day.He put our minds at rest, sent photos, reassuring us. Highly recommend

Julia H.
House Sitting • Dec 02, 2023
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John took great care of Stella in our home. He is reliable, respectful and great with dogs. We got photos and updates throughout the day which just confirmed Stella was well taken care of.

Serena M.
House Sitting • Nov 28, 2023
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John was beyond amazing! We have two dogs one of which is a nervous rescue dog. John has a naturally calm and kind demeanour and our dogs just “melt” when he arrives. We haven’t left them with anyone other than family members but we never looked back when leaving them with John, we had total trust in John’s judgment and we knew that he would care perfectly for our dogs. The house was spotless (a miracle with muddy paws). We would definitely recommend John as a perfect sitter! Thank you.

About John S.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have an enclosed garden, part lawn and patio. Partly shaded during summer months. My kitchen and living room are separated by an extra tall 'baby gate'

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Feel free to spill the beans on your pets quirks and preferences—whether it's anxiety, solo strolls, group hangouts, a game of fetch, or any other hobbies and aversions

A typical day

Depending on your dogs needs/likes they can run a 5k with me through fields and country lanes, maybe more controlled calm, long or shorts walk.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
£40per night
House Sitting
in your home
£45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
£12per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
£40per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
£12per walk

John can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

John can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work full-time remotely, live independently, and have a garden with easy access to walking trails. An active lifestyle is my passion—I enjoy running and the outdoors, rain or shine.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated a month ago
John can host up to 2 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About John S.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have an enclosed garden, part lawn and patio. Partly shaded during summer months. My kitchen and living room are separated by an extra tall 'baby gate'

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Feel free to spill the beans on your pets quirks and preferences—whether it's anxiety, solo strolls, group hangouts, a game of fetch, or any other hobbies and aversions

A typical day

Depending on your dogs needs/likes they can run a 5k with me through fields and country lanes, maybe more controlled calm, long or shorts walk.

Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

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John S.

Colchester

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews