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Stuss L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
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Stuss L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$73 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Stuss has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
14 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

One dog at a time + daily hikes

Hi! I’m Stuss — a firefighter/paramedic and lifelong dog person based near Keystone/Dillon. Outside of work I volunteer at the Frisco Animal Shelter and with Summit Lost Pet Rescue, so I’m comfortable with a wide range of dogs: puppies, seniors, shy dogs, reactive dogs etc. I’ve also owned two dogs through their whole lives, so I understand how much trust it takes to leave your best friend with someone else. My setup is simple: I only take one dog at a time (or two from the same household). That means your dog gets my full attention, a calm environment, and care that’s tailored to their routine — not a busy “pack” situation. I donate 20% of my earnings on Rover to the local animal shelter/rescue work I support.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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22 ratings
Nicki & Steven C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 17, 2026

Stuss was incredible with Daphne and great at communicating with us. She can’t wait to hang out with him again!

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Katie C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Mar 04, 2026

Stuss was the best! He took my dog for a hike and sent the cutest pictures throughout the day. You can tell he really loves dogs and took amazing care of mine.

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Mike K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 19, 2026

Stuss watched Floki for a few hours while I skied. He was friendly and easy to communicate with. He took him for a walk and let him meet some new friends.

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AJ S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Feb 15, 2026

Nova always has so much fun when they hang out!! Stuss is always our first choice when looking for someone to watch Nova for the day!

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Annie D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jan 29, 2026

Lola was very excited when she realized we were headed back to see Stuss!! She had a great and exhausting day hiking and being out in the snow. She was extra happy and I know well taken care of.

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Danielle H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jan 29, 2026

Stuss was amazing! We reached out to him last minute before a ski day when our original plans fell through. He took colby on a hike AND a walk. Plenty of play, colby was so comfortable and worn out the whole next day. He shared multiple videos of a happy pup that put me at ease. Thank you for making it so easy!

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Schedule

My work schedule is 48 hour shifts, and then I have a block of 4 days off. Some of those days I go on adventures, and some of those days I chill around the house. Those "rest days" are when I open my calendar up for dog sitting, so, your dog(s) will have my company all day while I'm at home doing chores, relaxing, and getting outside. I love to hike year round and I will take your dog with me, if they're up for it. I always match the day to your dog. Energetic dogs can join for longer walks/hikes, and seniors can take it slow with short strolls and extra couch time. I live in a ground-floor condo at the end of a quiet street with trails and open space nearby. With your permission, I also drive a few minutes to local trailheads for variety, and I kind of specialize in knowing quiet places to hike without the crowds.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live alone in a quiet, uncluttered home — great for dogs who do best in a calm space. Dogs are welcome on the couch and bed (unless you prefer otherwise). I stick closely to your dog’s normal routine: meals, meds, potty schedule, exercise, and any special instructions.

A typical day

I usually start with an easy neighborhood walk so your dog can sniff, explore, and settle in. Then we come home for a calm “tour” of my place and time to get comfortable. Every booking includes meaningful outdoor time — a long walk, hike, or adventure that matches your dog’s age and energy level. If your dog prefers shorter strolls and lots of sniffing, that’s perfect too. You’ll get consistent updates along the way, and I’m always happy to send photos or video so you can relax while you’re away.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Stuss can host up to 2 pets per night
The more I know, the better I can keep things smooth and stress-free. Tell me: *Your dog’s temperament: friendly, shy, protective, nervous, reactive, etc. *How they do with other dogs, strangers, kids, bikes, and wildlife *Leash skills and recall (and whether you want them on-leash only *Any triggers (resource guarding, fear of men/hats, loud noises, separation anxiety, etc.) *Feeding routine, meds/supplements, allergies, and anything I should watch for *Their favorite activities (hikes, ball, tug, lakes/water, sniffy walks) Quick note on off-leash: I only do off-leash if your dog has reliable recall and you explicitly want that. Otherwise we keep it safe and leashed.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.