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Scott J.

Arcata, CA

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

Services

Scott can care for

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

Availability

My schedule is quite varied, but the longest I would need to be away from your house would be 5 hours (most days I could get back in less than 4 hours). I can also often bring your dog with me to work if they are good with kids and house broken.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Scott J.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love cuddling up with dogs and cats as well as playing with them. If you would like me to do an overnight stay I can also water your plants or do anything else you may need done around the house.

Information Scott J. would like to know about your pet

Any behavior issues, feeding schedule, whether they are housebroken or not, how they get along with other dogs, and whether they are ok alone in the house.

A typical day

Will take your dog running, play fetch, and work on behavior modification if you desire. Can also take them into nature on or off leash.

Location

Arcata, CA

Scott J.'s Neighborhood

Ready to go rain or shine!

Pet care experience

I am a lifetime dog lover and had a dog for 16 years. I have been walking dogs and house sitting for 5 years. I am willing to go the extra mile and will cater to your needs. Very responsible college graduate with a bachelors degree in psychology. My other job is working with children who have been adopted out of the foster care system.

Reviews

Pat B.
Dog Walking • Dec 05, 2025
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Simon has loved waking/running with Scott. Scott handles our dog well- at almost 5 years old Simon can pull me off of my feet. Simon sleeps better and is better behaved when he has exercised. We don’t have a fenced yard and the hours walk has improved Simon’s stamina. We are so happy to have found Scott.

Justin L.
Boarding • Aug 01, 2023
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What a relief to have found Scott! Our dog Teddy Girl is a high-maintenance rescue dog with anxiety that ebbs and flows depending on the day. We get very nervous leaving her with anyone. Scott was understanding, professional, mature, and took great care of her. He updated us daily with her attitude and behavior, as well as sending us pictures. We hope we can use Scott again in the future, best Pet Sitter/ Pet Boarding experience we have ever had.Thanks Scott!

julie b.
House Sitting • May 28, 2023
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Scott could not have been a better pet/housesitter. There were no problems whatsoever. We would definitely hire him again!

Tyler M.
Boarding • Mar 23, 2023
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Scott was great and really communicative. He sent daily pictures of my little Finnie boy and Finn had a great time with Scott. Definitely will book again!

About Scott J.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I love cuddling up with dogs and cats as well as playing with them. If you would like me to do an overnight stay I can also water your plants or do anything else you may need done around the house.

Information Scott J. would like to know about your pet

Any behavior issues, feeding schedule, whether they are housebroken or not, how they get along with other dogs, and whether they are ok alone in the house.

A typical day

Will take your dog running, play fetch, and work on behavior modification if you desire. Can also take them into nature on or off leash.

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.
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Scott J.

Arcata, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews