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Thomas D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Thomas D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Look no FURther!

Hello! I am Teacher Tom! I have been taking care of pets of all kinds my whole life! Let me know what kind of special attention your pet needs and we will be in business! Dietary restrictions? Got it! Medication schedule? Got it! Just needs love and attention? I have a cornucopia of that! My only limitation is two arms to hug them with! I am prepared with leashes, bowls, treats, a large crate and much more! I look forward to meeting your special buddy! See you soon!

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
4 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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35 ratings
Tiffany M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 26, 2025

Thomas was absolutely fantastic with my dog! He sent me multiple photos throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. His house is a wonderful environment for dogs, and mine clearly felt right at home. Communication was excellent—Thomas was always quick to respond. I especially appreciated his openness and attentiveness when he noticed something a little unusual with my dog’s poop. That may seem like a small detail, but after a past horrible experience where I wasn’t notified and my dog ended up in a very dangerous state, it means the world to know Thomas takes health seriously and communicates immediately if anything seems off. I highly recommend Thomas to anyone looking for a caring, responsible, and reliable sitter. My dog will definitely be back!

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Arianna & Cody M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 05, 2025

Thomas was wonderful with our cat Petey! 10/10, no notes :)

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Bara H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 06, 2025

Thomas took a great care of our bull terrier Larry and was nice enough to accommodate late pickup. Would highly recommend!

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Jimmy M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 24, 2025

I made a late request to Thomas to watch Callie for a night and he was able to do so. He kept me updated and provided a great place. Definitely recommend.

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Wade M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 02, 2024

We did 2 nights having our pup stay with Thomas and everything was great!! He gave us updates about twice a day and always with pictures. If we ever need our dog to be watched again we will definetly look to book with Thomas :)

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Anne B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 30, 2022

Excellent care for my dog ❤️

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Schedule

I work part time in a school in the mornings and then some nights I work at a fine dining restaurant. I have responsible roommates who often help me when I am out of the houseduring these short periods of time.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I walk each dog after waking up around my quiet HOA neighborhood. I continue to give them potty breaks as necessary throughout the day and just before bed. If the dog is a bit more wild, I may keep him or her in the crate during periods of rest or while away from the house. Depends completely on the temperament and training. I follow training guidelines desired by the owner.

A typical day

Dogs and cats love me! If you are comfortable with your dog going on a hike in the woods, let me know! We can also take a trip to the dog park! If we book a few weeks ahead of time, I can take your pet down to my family lakehouse at Lake Norman! Dogs love having the wind in their face during a boat ride! Cats have plenty of space to explore and play! I am looking to expand my means of entertaining feline friends!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Thomas can host up to 2 pets per night
I will want to know their specific feeding schedule, medical necessities, items that you may supply (toys, food, bowls etc), any destructive behaviors, temperament around other animals, potty trained or not.
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.