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John S.

Cedar-Isles-Dean, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 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 care for

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

Availability

Though I’m currently a student, I’m able to maintain a flexible schedule. I should have plenty of time to walk, play with, and care for your pets. So long as you notify me a day in advance, I should be able to make any time during the day work (though I can usually show up on short notice if necessary)

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About John S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I usually keep a written schedule for each of my clients as well as a list of my their dietary and medical needs. I’m pretty good about making sure my clients stick to a strict and active routine, and can easily provide a consistent and stable environment for them. I stay close to my clients at all times while respecting their personal boundaries. I can crate your animals if necessary, and usually prefer to train them with treats and tricks.

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any allergies or medical needs of any kind. If your pet is shy or nervous around strangers, I’d like to do a meet and greet so that they can get my scent ahead of time.

A typical day

This will largely depend on the needs and preferences of your pets. I might take your dog out for at least an hour or two to walk around and pick up some new scents. If they’re relatively social, I might take your dog to the dog park (with your permission of course). I can also bring toys to play with and help stimulate your pets.

Location

Minneapolis, MN

John S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Your Pet’s New Favorite Human

Pet care experience

I have been pet sitting for nearly 10 years and have been caring for dogs even longer than that. In that time I have walked and sat for dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes and temperaments. Shy and timid dogs are no stranger to me, and through the years I have won the hearts of many such dogs with time, patience, and respect for their boundaries. I have a great deal of experience walking large breeds such as Great Danes and Great Pyrenees and can walk multiple dogs at once. I’m consistent and have no issues following instructions or sticking to strict routines. I keep an organized list of my clients dietary needs. I’m punctual, quick to respond to texts, and tend to keep a pretty flexible schedule. If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out to me anytime through the app.

Reviews

Chris L.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 04, 2026
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John did an amazing job with my 14yr old cat. She doesn’t come out for many, but John waited for her patiently and she came to him. Appreciate the extra attention and photo updates.

Lucas G.
Drop-In Visits • May 26, 2026
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John was fantastic with Carl! He spent a lot of extra time with Carl, who just likes to sit outside. John sent photos and plenty of updates. We're looking forward to using John again!

Madeline Y.
House Sitting • Dec 10, 2025
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John is fantastic! We always know our pup and our home are in great hands with him!

Jenna S.
House Sitting • Oct 10, 2025
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John did a wonderful job with our pups! Our shepard (who can take awhile to warm up) was his best bud a couple days in (our husky is an attention whore so she was in heaven). They were so comfortable with him that they even slept in bed with him. There was one mishap (dogs got out of the fenced in yard) but John handled it and put our worries of leaving our dogs while we traveled out of state to rest. John stayed at our house and generally that went smoothly as well and our house was exactly as we had left it. John communicated clearly and sent daily updates and pictures. Overall, we'd definitely hire John again to pet sit in the future!

About John S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I usually keep a written schedule for each of my clients as well as a list of my their dietary and medical needs. I’m pretty good about making sure my clients stick to a strict and active routine, and can easily provide a consistent and stable environment for them. I stay close to my clients at all times while respecting their personal boundaries. I can crate your animals if necessary, and usually prefer to train them with treats and tricks.

Information John S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any allergies or medical needs of any kind. If your pet is shy or nervous around strangers, I’d like to do a meet and greet so that they can get my scent ahead of time.

A typical day

This will largely depend on the needs and preferences of your pets. I might take your dog out for at least an hour or two to walk around and pick up some new scents. If they’re relatively social, I might take your dog to the dog park (with your permission of course). I can also bring toys to play with and help stimulate your pets.

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John S.

Cedar-Isles-Dean, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews