Jono S.
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC
Services
Jono can host
Availability
I work full-time from home, so your pup will always have plenty of company and care throughout the day. My partner, Ryan, is also home-based, so there’s always a warm lap too. We have a lovely garden and keep the door open for the dogs to come in and out as they please. When it's sunny, there’s no better spot than our south-facing deck—the dogs love sunbathing, and so do I!
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About Jono S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My property is fully fenced in both the front and back for added security. For extra peace of mind, all dogs staying with me are walked on a double leash to ensure their safety at all times. Just in case :)
Home
Information Jono S. would like to know about your pet
I’d love to know if your pup has any special needs or requirements, whether it’s medication or behavioral considerations. I’m very accommodating to dogs with special needs; it’s just helpful to know in advance so I can provide the best care possible.
A typical day
Our mornings always follow the same peaceful rhythm. I’m an early riser and head out on our first walk at 6 am. Afterward, we relax in the garden while I enjoy a cup of coffee (and get mad at the news). I’m also lucky to live near Meridian Hill Park, which is a favorite spot for my dogs to explore.
Location
Washington, DC
Pets
Where your dog can relax
Pet care experience
Hey, I’m Jono 👋 I’m originally from New Zealand and grew up with Afghans and Briards, so dogs have always been part of my life. Now I live in Columbia Heights with my partner Ryan, our Cocker Spaniel Robbie, and our English Setter Daphne. We’ve got a big fenced garden front and back, and that’s where I spend a lot of my time — planting, pottering around, and hanging out with the dogs. It’s safe, calm, and there’s plenty of space for visiting pups to sniff, run, or just nap in the sun. If you’re looking for a cozy, low-stress spot for your dog while you’re away, we’d love to host. I like to think of it as a little garden vacation for them, right here in the city. 🌿🐾
Reviews
Jono is one of the best sitters I could ask for. Communicative, flexible when my schedule changed and could tell my dog was extremely well cared for. Truly the best!
Jono has been so caring and communicative every time I've left my senior shih Tzu with him. My dog has higher needs (medication and frequent potty breaks) and Jono has been very attentive to that! I also love he has a yard so my dog doesn't have to walk far to go potty. Would definitely recommend to anyone with senior dogs that need TLC
Jono was amazing with Moose! Moose is shy with people, but warmed up to Jono right away, he has such a good understanding of dogs! Moose was so excited to go everyday and loved playing with Robbie and Daphne. Will be using him again!
I hired Jono to take my dog for a week and not only hired an amazing dog person but someone who was able to give me sage advice after getting to know my dog. Jono has that responsibility gene that goes beyond anyone I have ever hired and hear my dog asking me to go on vacation again so he can visit Jono.
About Jono S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My property is fully fenced in both the front and back for added security. For extra peace of mind, all dogs staying with me are walked on a double leash to ensure their safety at all times. Just in case :)
Home
Information Jono S. would like to know about your pet
I’d love to know if your pup has any special needs or requirements, whether it’s medication or behavioral considerations. I’m very accommodating to dogs with special needs; it’s just helpful to know in advance so I can provide the best care possible.
A typical day
Our mornings always follow the same peaceful rhythm. I’m an early riser and head out on our first walk at 6 am. Afterward, we relax in the garden while I enjoy a cup of coffee (and get mad at the news). I’m also lucky to live near Meridian Hill Park, which is a favorite spot for my dogs to explore.
Jono S.
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC