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Sterling S.

Inner Richmond, San Francisco, CA

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

Services

Sterling can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat

Sterling can care for

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

Availability

I've been working remotely and keep my pups with me. We exercise daily at the beach, Presidio or at any of the great parks in the area. We would go to Ocean Beach more often if not for all of the stinky stuff that washes up on shore that they just can't resist rolling around in (a dead walrus tops a skunk's stink by a mile) necessitating a bath(s).... in tomato juice?

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About Sterling S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 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

Safety is critical! I have a fenced yard which makes dogs possible in the city. They are never exposed to the street, so there’s zero chance of a mishap with escaping. I usually take my McNab/Border Collies (who were raised by Chihuahuas 😊) to Crissy Field, the Presidio, the Beach or Golden Gate dog park daily, so my dogs are quite social

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sterling S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs that need to be addressed & I will be more than happy to accommodate!

A typical day

We have a great fenced back yard which makes escape impossible and as far as going to any of the local dog parks blocks away... it entirely depends on our connection and comfort level. I'm sure I've crossed paths with most of the huge contingent of dog walkers on this side of the city in the Presidio or Fort Funston.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Sterling S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Dogs Rule, Cats… Are Cool

Pet care experience

I was born with 2 Dachshunds in the family that I wrestled within my first years of learning to crawl and have lived with a dog most years of my life. I once had a Doberman Pincher whom I raised & turned into a service dog in the Air Force when I was given an overseas assignment and couldn't take him. For years I had a diabetic Chow Chow that I could leave in the back of a convertible car with the roof down on Hollywood Blvd by the Chinese Theater while I went to a show and knew the car and puppy would be as I left them hours earlier (Note: that was the 1990s... Hollywood Blvd. is a different animal now). I’ve tackled Pit Bulls mistaking my 5 lb. Chihuahua for a squirrel. I’ve crossed paths with multiple coyotes with my Chi’s in the Presidio & have great accuracy throwing rocks. I'm an IT engineer who works at home and sits long periods & my dogs absolutely motivate me to exercise with them daily and there are many places to do so in Dog City, USA!

Reviews

Jennifer S.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 03, 2026
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Another great stay! MY Pup always comes back super happy and relaxed👍

Vlada B.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 23, 2026
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Sterling took great care of Jax! Very communicative and caring.

Jennifer S.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 16, 2026
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My pup loves going to Sterlings. He was super excited walking up. He always has a great time. I always appreciate him for helping me out while I had a work event.

Amari P.
Boarding • Jul 21, 2025
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Sterling was absolutely amazing and so communicative! The frequent picture updates were much appreciated and he even went above and beyond to help make sure Mateo ate properly in a new environment while still remaining conscious of his health! His home is lovely and a dogs dream with a lovely yard and dog park ventures for pups to enjoy! His two dogs are absolute angels and very well cared for! Highly recommend Sterling to anyone considering booking! 10/10!

About Sterling S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

40 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

Safety is critical! I have a fenced yard which makes dogs possible in the city. They are never exposed to the street, so there’s zero chance of a mishap with escaping. I usually take my McNab/Border Collies (who were raised by Chihuahuas 😊) to Crissy Field, the Presidio, the Beach or Golden Gate dog park daily, so my dogs are quite social

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sterling S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs that need to be addressed & I will be more than happy to accommodate!

A typical day

We have a great fenced back yard which makes escape impossible and as far as going to any of the local dog parks blocks away... it entirely depends on our connection and comfort level. I'm sure I've crossed paths with most of the huge contingent of dog walkers on this side of the city in the Presidio or Fort Funston.

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Sterling S.

Inner Richmond, San Francisco, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews