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Stephen G.

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Stephen G.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Wildlife biologist/ pet-sitter

I am a wildlife biologist for the Georgia DNR working for the Urban Wildlife Program. I have years of experience dog-sitting, primarily for large- and medium-sized dogs in the Chicago area. My work schedule is very flexible, allowing me to take my time to care for your critters! A large part of my job is responding to wildlife emergencies using years of experience and best-judgment decision making, which makes for a great pet-sitter.

Cat care experience

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Wildlife biologist by trade 🦁

Stephen also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a calm demeanor with strong attention to detail when it comes to care instruction. My experience as a wildlife biologist has trained me how to monitor animals for emergencies and how to be calm in the face of the unknown or unexpected. I am used to following strict research protocol, so following along for the care of your animal will be a breeze.

Ratings and reviews

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Ellie K.
Jun 04, 2026

Blake is fantastic! He has watched my pets many times and I always feel at ease knowing he is here with them. I get the best updates from him while he plays, walks, or relaxes with my pup! I will always go to Blake first when I need someone to watch my pets!

Sarah R.
Jun 03, 2026

Blake has a gentle, caring spirit and a love for all animals. He enjoys spending time with them and takes care to make sure their wants and needs are met. Belly rubs are one of his favorite treats to pass out.

Olivia B.
Jun 03, 2026

Stephen is such a sweetie pie! He pet sits my cat, Polly, and is very attentive, kind, and responsive! This is a man who loves animals and it shows :) he made sure to send me updates, which is such a relief as someone who is so guilty to leave behind my baby when I travel! Thank you Stephen

Alexis S.
Jun 03, 2026

Stephen has taken care of my dog countless times, and he is one of the few people I fully trust with the task. Stephen is always on time, reliable, and super friendly. He goes above and beyond and treats my dog as his own.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a wildlife biologist that works from home in Decatur. My workload is quite low so it is easy to fit pet care into my schedule throughout the week. My flexible schedule affords me ample time to provide proper attention to animals.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Stephen can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
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.