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Scott D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Scott D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $70 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Caring, gentle, active animal lover

I am a previous owner of a beautiful Golden Retriever and a Cocker Spaniel. I am also currently a FUNcle to my sister's 100 pound German Shepherd who adores me and I him. I recently moved out of NYC and back to NJ and a lot of my friends parents have asked me to come by to let their pups out and take them on walks every so often when they're away. I would love to take care of your pet as well.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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3 ratings
Danielle R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 28, 2026

Scott was able to accommodate several days of daycare with short notice. He was professional and communicative. He took good care of my dog.

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Thomas R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 14, 2026

Scott was great with my large nervous dog, will definitely be working with him again

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Sara M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 19, 2023

Scott is a great sitter. Our corgi loved her time with him. He communicates well and genuinely likes caring for pets. Strongly recommend him and will work with him in the future.

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Jaclyn D.
Jun 22, 2023

Scott has been watching my dog for years! I appreciate the fact that he can handle my large and sometimes clumsy German Shepherd. He is responsible, trustworthy, and communicates in a timely fashion. He always gives me regular updates (and photos) of my dog during their walks and playtime. He has stayed overnight in our home and gone above and beyond - cleaning dishes, taking out the trash, and getting the mail/large packages. He spends so much quality time with my dog and I can tell he cares about him as much as I do! One time he even found a tick on my dog and removed it with tweezers. Scott is an extremely reliable walker/caretaker and I would recommend him to anyone!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home so anything works for me. Your dog will have plenty of outdoor time while I am home so that they aren’t stuck inside all day

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live close to a local baseball field that I have access to if I wanted to take them out for more space to play in.

A typical day

I live by a baseball field that I have access. It is a lot of space to run around and have fun. I also like to go to South Mountain Reservation on mini hikes that the dogs would enjoy as well. All on leash of course.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Scott can host up to 2 pets per night
If they like kids, being around other dogs or if they would prefer to be in their own space. Some dogs don't like to be bothered with high energy dogs or kids. Also knowing specific commands that they respond to
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.