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Mark M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients
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Mark M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Dedicated dog trainer/lover.

I can offer anything from a quick visit to "early-years" training. I have always been in a position to raise and teach the most difficult breeds; currently I have a Husky trained for emotional support, and have had the patience and honor of raising many crazy Boxers. I've cared for and trained dogs as a labor of love for my entire life; no dog is too much to handle, barring the overly-aggressive. I not only love dogs, but all animals, and would be happy to care for your cat as well! Please reach out if you have any questions concerning what my policies are for your pets, or what my daily routine is when caring for them. I'm an open book! At the end of the day, all dogs deserve the most love we can offer, and I make sure they feel loved always -through mental stimulation, cuddles, runs in the park, and treats for good behavior.

Qualifications

16 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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20 ratings
Ariel F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 08, 2025

Mark has been such a great dog walker! We are so grateful for his help and care of our pup Choo Choo.

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Ariel F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 28, 2025

Mark is prompt and thoughtful, and takes very good care of our pup! Highly recommend him for any dog care and walks!

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Aditi K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 16, 2025

Mark has been amazing! Mira loves walking with him and he is a wonderful communicator!

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Anthony J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 28, 2024

Mark was phenomenal from start to finish. Great communication and care. Easily the best experience I've had on Rover.

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Lesley U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 05, 2024

Wonderful care of our Australian Shepherd!

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Lesley U.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Nov 07, 2024

Mark is wonderful with my dog and seems wonderful with all animals! Highly recommend! Very responsive and flexible and responsible!

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Schedule

I work from home on a very relaxed schedule, so I have all the time to care for your baby like a child. I have an open schedule for them.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

It depends on the owners suggestion, but I would personally be happy spending the day playing around with whatever pets are here. We go for walks twice a day and I make sure they are positively reinforced for good behavior. We like to have our Husky, Kaia, meet with the dog you are having sat for the first meeting, to make sure they will get along well in the house. If not being played with, all toys get locked away to prevent jealousy and territorial behavior. No food is left out for the same reason. Some dogs/cats don't finish their food, in which case they are fed separately for comfort.

Pets

A typical day

I love hiking in Memorial Park if it's a nice day, sometimes we will be out there for hours. If not, a good hour of walking around the neighborhood will do. I also like to dedicate time to stimulating their minds with training or games.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
Mark can host up to 4 pets per night
I would like to know the level of potty training and any bad behavior I should look out for. I have a dog and two cats in my house currently and would like to know if they won't get along together. If I am visiting your pet in your home, I'm not concerned about behavior unless it's something you know about that you want me to help with. (I.e. chewing furniture, biting hands, marking, barking, etc.)
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.