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John S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients
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John S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients
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Norfolk, CT

Highlights

John has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Retired professional enjoys dogs!!!

Love pets having been brought up on a dairy farm. We have a large fenced in backyard providing a safe and fun environment. Lawn areas are treated for fleas and ticks. Bring toys!!

Qualifications

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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122 ratings
Lori C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 02, 2026

I came back to a very happy and content pug. I actually thought he looked better than when I dropped him off. Will continue to use John for all my dog sitting needs.

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Laurel L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 22, 2026

Thank you for the help

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Mitchell S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 27, 2026

John and his wife are dog lovers. That is clear. Never for a second was I worried or concerned, even though this was our first visit! Berk seemed quite happy and content! Thanks.

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Laurel L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 22, 2026

Really appreciate the flexibility.

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Laurel L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 17, 2026

Thank you!

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Helen G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 14, 2026

Great stsy! Bowie thanks you for the thunder shirt that got him through!!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Currently available all week long including evenings. You're pet will get the same level of love as our Dolly! I'm happy to get on the floor to play! Day Care is also available for current clients or for meet and greets!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

You're pet can run free in our home and is welcome on our furniture. Happy to walk around our neighborhood which is back woods and very little traffic or play in our large fenced back yard!

Pets

A typical day

Indoors we have lots of toys and blankets! Outdoors a fenced in back yard and deck with more toys! I participate with them playing and help tire them out!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
John can host up to 4 pets per night
Let us know any idiosyncrasies your dog may have as well as feeding and potty breaks. What are sleeping habits and are treats expected or discouraged at any times?
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.