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Paul S.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
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Services

Paul can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Paul can care for

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

Availability

I am available for sitting/ boarding or training Monday through Friday and few weekends From 8am to 5pm also can board/house sit dogs weekly. When walking your dogs are guaranteed to walk at least one to two miles per walk

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Paul S.

Communication

28 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% 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

While boarding or sitting I will exorcise your dog and play and provide basic training with your animal several times a day and show them love . Client must provide food, play toys and bedding when boarding or sitting.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Paul S. would like to know about your pet

That all the dog has all they're shots. What kind of temperament does the dog have and has the dog ever bitten anyone. Is the dog in good health and friendly with other dogs and people

A typical day

Will walk or run with each dog at least one to two miles a day. Will also play and wil add some training if needed

Location

Silver Spring, MD

Paul S.'s Neighborhood

Paul S. 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.

Experienced caretaker and trainer

Pet care experience

I started working for Barkly Pets 4 years ago and have cared for over 300 dogs and cats. Unfortunately, the company went out of business due to the pandemic I am a huge lover of all animals with a optimistic and positive attitude toward all things. I have years of experience caring for and training dogs. I have worked for several kennels in the DC/MD area. I have also owned and trained several different breeds of dogs since my youth. Very proficient in leash and positive reinforcement training as well as some behavior modification training. I myself likes to get in several miles a day and think it's very important for most dogs get the proper exercise and play daily depending on size and age of the dog. If your looking for someone that gives love and thats great with animals then I'm your guy. For example: An owner complained that her dog would run away when not held by his leash. I taught her dog and most of my trainees to stop walking when not held by a leash or to heel when when confronted by other dogs or people. I have over 25 years experience working with and training all types/sizes/ breed of dogs. I also have been trained in animal health care for many types of emergency including CPR and . Dogs are pack animals and want to please they're owners and should be rewarded with plenty of love. Can also train some dogs with basic German and French language command. Sorry no pickup or drop off

Reviews

Stephanie & Travis V.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 05, 2026
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Great experience with Paul. Our pup gets plenty of exercise, socialization and reinforcement of good behavior training throughout the week with his doggy daycare services.

Stephanie & Travis V.
Doggy Day Care • May 26, 2026
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Paul is great. He’s attentive, responsive, and flexible. Genuinely cares about the dogs he’s responsible for.

Stephanie & Travis V.
Boarding • Mar 11, 2026
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We boarded our pup with Paul for a few days while we were out of town. She was very happy and comfortable and got lots of outdoor time and social time with other pups and neighbors. Paul not only does doggy daycare and boarding but also he reinforces basic obedience training skills Ike walking on the leash. Our pup has made so much progress thanks to this and we are so grateful!

Stephanie & Travis V.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 16, 2026
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Paul has been wonderful with our young pup. After her first week with him, she’s walking better on a leash and we love that she can get a lot of her energy out with him and her classmates throughout the day so she’s more settled in the evenings with us. He sends frequent updates and is so easy to communicate with. Paul even took the initiative to purchase a slow feeder bowl just for her to use while she’s in daycare so we don’t have to keep sending her with her own from home! We really appreciate Paul’s care and will likely be using his services long term.

About Paul S.

Communication

28 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% 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

While boarding or sitting I will exorcise your dog and play and provide basic training with your animal several times a day and show them love . Client must provide food, play toys and bedding when boarding or sitting.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Paul S. would like to know about your pet

That all the dog has all they're shots. What kind of temperament does the dog have and has the dog ever bitten anyone. Is the dog in good health and friendly with other dogs and people

A typical day

Will walk or run with each dog at least one to two miles a day. Will also play and wil add some training if needed

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Paul S.

Star Sitter

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews