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Mark B.

Desert Hot Springs, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Mark can host

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

Availability

I work from home and have two dogs of my own to care for on a regular basis and understand the needs, role and responsibilities of a good pack leader.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Mark B.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I prefer to have dogs come stay with me. I’m not opposed to client house stays but I have dogs of my own. Cool, quiet, calm home with fenced yard. I will notify owners of any issues right away. Trust is something that I can prove over time in doing business together and you will see that your pup is cared for.

Home

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

Information Mark B. would like to know about your pet

What are their likes/dislikes? Are they friendly with other dogs? Friendly with other people? What motivates them - food, toys, praise? I’m also curious what behavioral issues they might have?

A typical day

A day with me will consist of quality attention, lots of praise, love and affection and mental stimulation for your pup/s. Sun, shade or just relaxing on the couch I want your dog to be happy and comfortable.

Location

Desert Hot Springs, CA

Mark B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Energetic & Passionate...Love Dogs

Pet care experience

Hello, My name is Mark I’m an experienced dog owner and I have done pet sitting in the past. In addition I have been taking care of pets for friends and family as long as I can remember. I have been around dogs as early as a toddler and have raised and trained 6 dogs of my own since the age of 16. A female yellow lab mix named Quincy, a male Shar-pei named Bachus, a female Akita named Saki and a Shar-Pei rescue named Digby. Most recently I rescued two Shar pei pups! Jasper is a 3 1/2 year old male and Khloe, a 1 1/2 year old, female Shar pei. I provide a safe and stable environment for your pet. I offer daycare, walks, home pet sitting and dog training. Your dog will have full access to a fenced yard as well daily walks to the park. I am home during the day and night hours to be with the fur babies. My goal is to eventually work with dogs full time and want to build a clientele base to support that goal. I care for multiple dogs as this is primary source of income and unless calendar is full or closed out for that time, I have open availability. I follow all of your requests and pet needs to ensure they are cared for properly. Please reach out with any questions or comments you may have. Thank you for your time and consideration, Mark

Reviews

Ali & Ishaan A.
Boarding • Nov 23, 2025
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Mark was great! It’s clear he is a professional — passionate and really understands dogs. Considerate and flexible. And of course, our dog is completely tuckered out after playing with his pack!

chance h.
Boarding • Nov 17, 2025
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Mark was so thoughful and took amazing care of my dog.

Sean H.
Boarding • Jun 02, 2025
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Mark is consistently amazing. He is genuinely excited to spend time with the dogs and Milo always has a blast when he stays. Mark is definitely our go-to when we're in Palm Springs!

Vaughan D.
Boarding • May 18, 2025
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Best sitter our dog has had.

About Mark B.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I prefer to have dogs come stay with me. I’m not opposed to client house stays but I have dogs of my own. Cool, quiet, calm home with fenced yard. I will notify owners of any issues right away. Trust is something that I can prove over time in doing business together and you will see that your pup is cared for.

Home

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

Information Mark B. would like to know about your pet

What are their likes/dislikes? Are they friendly with other dogs? Friendly with other people? What motivates them - food, toys, praise? I’m also curious what behavioral issues they might have?

A typical day

A day with me will consist of quality attention, lots of praise, love and affection and mental stimulation for your pup/s. Sun, shade or just relaxing on the couch I want your dog to be happy and comfortable.

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Mark B.

Desert Hot Springs, CA

4.9 out of 5 stars
29 reviews