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Steve L.

Star Sitter

Clinton, NY

5 out of 5.0 stars
27 reviews
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Steve L. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

A vacation for your dog!

Pet care experience

Dog Boarding, Training, and Socializing Services A Vacation for You and a Life-Changing Experience for Your Fur Baby Welcome to our home-away-from-home experience for dogs. If you’re looking for a loving, fun, and structured environment for your pet, you’ve come to the right place. I joined Rover to provide a true home experience while you’re away. Here, dogs rule the house, enjoying sofas, loveseats, and a variety of comfortable dog beds. I prepare fresh meals daily for my pack, and while your dog is here, they’ll enjoy a portion alongside their own food. These meals include fresh chicken, rice, coconut oil, scrambled eggs, and veggies, prepared like a giant omelet. We’re happy to adjust for special dietary needs—just let us know in advance about allergies or sensitivities. What We Offer Dog Boarding: Safe, structured, and loving care in a real home environment. Dog Training: Building obedience, confidence, and adaptability through proven techniques. Dog Socializing: Encouraging friendly behaviors with supervised play, group activities, and enriching outings. Community Seminar: Join us for “Creating the Best Family Dog” each month at Pet Supplies Plus in New Hartford. Why Choose Us? Tailored Care Your dog’s daily schedule will match your routine as closely as possible. Whether it’s specific walk times, meal preferences, favorite toys, or exercise habits, we’ll create a personalized experience. Activity & Enrichment Our property is designed for fun and stimulation. Dogs can explore ramps, steps, and jumping platforms for mental and physical exercise. For older or less active dogs, we offer short walks and relaxing options in sunny or shady spots. Social dogs will enjoy group play and enrichment every day. Safety First To ensure a secure environment, all dogs must be well-trained and friendly with people and other dogs. Unsupervised dogs will rest in a comfortable, enclosed 8’x6’ carpeted area with a doorless crate during feeding and downtime. Our Pack My four rescued dogs from Guatemala create a welcoming environment for every guest: Cypress: The playful pack leader who loves to run and chase. Nala: The calm house director and couch queen. Dhurva: The observant food-finder who joins play in her own time. Ginny: The happiest and most playful spirit, connecting with every dog she meets. Together, they serve as companions and mentors for visiting dogs, making every stay enriching and fun. Our Expertise With years of experience working with dogs, I’ve developed enrichment programs for shelters and municipalities in Guatemala, Mexico, and New York. My background includes rehabilitating, fostering, and finding adoption solutions for sick and injured street dogs. I’m also skilled in: Oral and Injected Medication Administration First Aid/CPR Special Needs and Senior Dog Care Puppy Training and More Booking Your Dog’s Stay Before your first boarding, we’ll schedule a meet-and-greet to ensure your dog feels comfortable and assess their needs. We provide everything your pet will need, from beds to toys; just bring their food. Making a Difference A percentage of every booking supports dog rescue projects in Guatemala, Mexico, and New York, including Perros Libres, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Guatemala dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating street dogs. Contact Us If you have any questions or want to book services, don’t hesitate to reach out. Let us provide your dog with a fun-filled, enriching experience while giving you peace of mind. Helping Families and Dogs Thrive Together We specialize in creating well-rounded family dogs, helping them adapt and excel whether they’re from rescues, shelters, or breeders. Our programs are designed to ensure your dog can go anywhere and do anything with confidence. For local and visiting families in Clinton, New Hartford, Utica and surrounding communities, we’re here to make life with your furry friend even better!

Reviews

Patrick E.
Dog Boarding • Jun 12, 2025
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Steve, another great visit for Sadie! She came home happy and tired so I know she had a fun 4 days. She loves coming up to farm and playing/working with you guys. Thank you!!

Marshall C.
Dog Boarding • May 26, 2025
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Steve made sure that Bjorn and Pigeon felt at home with the setting and with the other dogs. Both dogs enjoyed their stay!!! He went above and beyond what I expected.

Dorothy W.
Doggy Day Care • May 16, 2025
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We are very grateful to Steve for his gentle caring to make Charlie feel comfortable. He made recommendations before and during our dog’s one time stay. We felt reassured that Charlie was in good hands. Thanks for sharing videos with us.

Patrick E.
Dog Boarding • Apr 21, 2025
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Steve, another great visit for Sadie. I want to thank you for the time and effort you put into making her such a great family dog. I've taken what you've done and explained to me and am keeping up with her training. You were absolutely correct about not letting her run the fence line with the neighbors pack of unruly dogs. Took a few days but she got the message and she's much calmer and obeying commands again. I've been down with COVID since we saw you last but will follow up with you as we discussed. Thanks again for caring and sharing!

About Steve L.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

15 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

Your dog will be treated like my own. I will take exceptional care of your loved one whether it is for a day or for a week. You will be sent daily updates of photos and videos. It is always about communication, care, and professionalism from start to finish. If your pet requires to be crated please bring your crate and your pets favorite toys with you for their stay to make it more comfortable for them!

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Steve L. would like to know about your pet

A few keys to make every dog feel loved and give them what they need. Does your dog have aggression issues, any medical issues , separation anxiety issues, problems with kids, dogs or cats, food or toys. I have extensive experience with rescue dog and shelter dogs I help owners create the best family dogs.

A typical day

I love to physically and mentally stimulate your doggies. We'll play and do hide and seek to get the dogs chasing, running, jumping and sometimes the dogs swim in the pond. All the puppies get to check out life on a farm. (Socialized / play time is giving all the dogs time to adjust to each other and to teach them how to play without incidents when playing with others. All well behaved dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds are welcome here, we are here to let dogs be dogs.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$105per night
House Sitting
in your home
$200per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$80per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$90per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$39per walk

Steve can host

Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Steve can watch in your home

Availability

I work with dogs full time! I am always available to answer your questions 7 days a week! My routine begins just after sunrise with a long walk with my dogs. I also would like to see copy of your pets vaccination records to insure your pet is healthy and that as the owner/ owners take full responsibility to maintain your fur baby is in good health. I have begun to offer in home and on location dog training and dog socializing sessions to help families create the best family dogs. Regardless of your puppy or dog's Issues with proper training all dogs are good dogs.

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About Steve L.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

15 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

Your dog will be treated like my own. I will take exceptional care of your loved one whether it is for a day or for a week. You will be sent daily updates of photos and videos. It is always about communication, care, and professionalism from start to finish. If your pet requires to be crated please bring your crate and your pets favorite toys with you for their stay to make it more comfortable for them!

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Steve L. would like to know about your pet

A few keys to make every dog feel loved and give them what they need. Does your dog have aggression issues, any medical issues , separation anxiety issues, problems with kids, dogs or cats, food or toys. I have extensive experience with rescue dog and shelter dogs I help owners create the best family dogs.

A typical day

I love to physically and mentally stimulate your doggies. We'll play and do hide and seek to get the dogs chasing, running, jumping and sometimes the dogs swim in the pond. All the puppies get to check out life on a farm. (Socialized / play time is giving all the dogs time to adjust to each other and to teach them how to play without incidents when playing with others. All well behaved dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds are welcome here, we are here to let dogs be dogs.

Location

Clinton, NY

Steve L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Steve L.

Star Sitter

Clinton, NY

5 out of 5.0 stars
27 reviews