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Simon O.

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Simon O.

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from €40 per night

Highlights

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20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

WFH sitter, Velcro-dog approved 🐾

I've been around dogs my whole life — my family's first was a Jack Russell Terrier, followed by two Bichons, and my sister has two Bichons of her own. Dogs have always been part of my world, so I'm completely at ease minding them and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. This May, my partner and I adopted Nori, our gorgeous Italian Greyhound. Raising him has sharpened my hands-on ownership skills. Everything from house-training to managing his big personality in a small body. He's playful, energetic, and always up for making a new friend, so if your dog enjoys company, he'll be a great buddy for the stay. Italian Greyhounds are famously "Velcro dogs," so I'm well used to giving a dog my full attention throughout the day. I work from home full-time, which means your pet won't be left alone for long stretches — if they need someone around consistently, I'd love to help

Qualifications

20 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

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Nial O.
Aug 24, 2026

Simon is a wonderful pet lover. He grew up with Jessie our terrier and they were best buds for the 14 years of Jessie’s life. We have Coco now and she is very fond of Simon and sleeps with him when he’s home for holidays. He’s now a pet owner himself since Norie came into his life making him and his partner Abbie dog parents! I highly recommend him as a responsible pet carer!

P L.
Aug 24, 2026

Simon is fantastic with our dog. He's communicative throughout sends regular updates and photos. You can tell he genuinely understands dogs — attentive to routine, patient, and careful with any specific needs we mentioned. I came home to a happy, well-exercised pup and would book with Simon again without hesitation. Highly recommend!

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Schedule

Pet care fits naturally into my day since I work from home full-time. Mornings start with a walk, often down to Sarphatipark, followed by regular breaks throughout the day for toilet breaks, play, and outdoor time on my rooftop terrace. Evenings bring a longer walk or wind-down together. With my own Italian Greyhound, Nori, I've learned that frequent shorter outings work better than one long walk. Especially for high-energy or clingy breeds. Your dog won't be left alone for long stretches; consistent attention is just part of how my days already run.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I follow each dog's normal routine - feeding, walks, meds, wherever we are. At home, they join Nori and me around the flat. Never left alone for long. I also live with my partner Abbie who's just a trustworthy and similar lover of dogs so there will always be 4 eyes on your pet :)

Pets

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Simon can host up to 1 pet per night
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.