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John T.

Star Sitter

Rochester, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
161 reviews
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Services

John can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

John can care for

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

Availability

I am currently doing pet care as a part time job but as my other endeavors of landscaping and martial arts is flexible, I would love to make a career out of my passion!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About John T.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When your Pets are in my care I want to make there time as fun and stress free as can be. To do that I make sure to have a full understanding of your pets behavior, triggers, fears, and possible injuries to safely modify my care to fit each individual pets needs. You tell me your home boundaries for your pets and I will make sure they are followed the same way you do when your home!

Home

Lives in an apartment
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

Information John T. would like to know about your pet

- the temperament of your pet - reactivity and what’s the trigger - allergies - injuries and disabilities - the rules of your house or leash walking - feeding schedule - how Often do you want updates on care.

A typical day

I love working with driven dogs, and because of that I like to give the the physical and mental enrichment they want and need, rather that be a game of tug, fetch, little scent searches for treat, or maybe just belly rubs. Depending on the behavior I am more then happy to take your pups to my favorite trails!

Location

Rochester, NY

John T.'s Neighborhood

Pets

John T. 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.

A dog lover, trainer, and handler:)

Pet care experience

As a man with a strong love and passion for dogs, I have taken a lot of time to grow my understanding and experience working with these beautiful creatures many call our best friends! My experiences are: -Working at suburban animal hospital - years working at doggy daycare/ training facility’s - studied at animal behavior college for canine obedience training -dabbles in canine fitness - dabbles in canine holistic health and nutrition.

Reviews

Taylor R.
Dog Walking • May 27, 2026
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John is great with my big dog Greta. She can be goofy and stubborn, but he is very patient with her. I appreciate how considerate he is about the heat, making sure she's not too hot while they spend time outside!

Paul S.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 29, 2026
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John’s desire to bond with my cat on each visit provides tremendous peace of mind that Jake is in good hands when I go away.

Paul S.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 26, 2026
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John is easygoing and passionate about pet care. Based on our initial meeting I had no reservations about his ability to manage drop-in visits with my cat. While I was away, he provided detailed reports on each visits with photos to document their activities together. John clearly made the effort to bond with my cat and show him the affection he desperately craves while I’m away. I will certainly invite John to return in the future.

tracey j.
Dog Walking • Jan 22, 2026
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Thank you for braving the winter and caring for the dudes!

About John T.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When your Pets are in my care I want to make there time as fun and stress free as can be. To do that I make sure to have a full understanding of your pets behavior, triggers, fears, and possible injuries to safely modify my care to fit each individual pets needs. You tell me your home boundaries for your pets and I will make sure they are followed the same way you do when your home!

Home

Lives in an apartment
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

Information John T. would like to know about your pet

- the temperament of your pet - reactivity and what’s the trigger - allergies - injuries and disabilities - the rules of your house or leash walking - feeding schedule - how Often do you want updates on care.

A typical day

I love working with driven dogs, and because of that I like to give the the physical and mental enrichment they want and need, rather that be a game of tug, fetch, little scent searches for treat, or maybe just belly rubs. Depending on the behavior I am more then happy to take your pups to my favorite trails!

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John T.

Star Sitter

Rochester, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
161 reviews