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Tom Z.

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
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Services

Tom can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I am back in central Jersey, taking care of my Mom full time, giving me available opportunity for dogs 24/7. I have no full nor part time job, so much much down time here.

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About Tom Z.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large empty townhouse in central Jersey with only one other inhabitant-sweet adorable senior Mom. There is an outdoor patio and courtyard, that leads to the grounds of the community where there is a dog walk and plenty of green grass to run and walk on. We have a large empty room that I can play fetch with a dog, and throw a toy on a rainy day or anytime.

Home

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 2-4 hours

Information Tom Z. would like to know about your pet

Anything I need to know, of course, please fill me in. The more information, the better. I’d want to know if the dog is potty trained and what is their general personality. (calm, hyper, nervous?). And of course, anything medically. And if any scheduling needs (needs food or walks at certain times?) and however little info it might seem, please fill me in.

A typical day

I am very eager to play and take care of any medium or small dog again, I might be more energetic and active, than the dog. Besides walks and hours of downtime stomach and ear rubs, there is outdoor grass spaces and dog runs near my place, in addition to our large empty extra room. The standard of ball/toy catch and return, tug of war play is always a go to. And if the dog or owner has anything special they want to do, I'll be happy to make them happy.

Location

Hillsborough, NJ

Tom Z.'s Neighborhood

Dog lover with time to spoil

Pet care experience

I raised my dog as a child for 15 years then raised another dog as an adult for 15 years. I cannot own a dog right now, so would love the opportunity to care for dogs again.

Reviews

Scherlyn G.
Boarding • May 30, 2026
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Tom is great to work with! He’s so good with Lyla, very caring and patient! Lyla loves going to stay with Tom!

Luke L.
Boarding • May 03, 2026
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Tom has been great 👍

Scherlyn G.
Boarding • Apr 21, 2026
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Tom is great! Always very communicative and so great with our dog!

Chitvan S.
Boarding • Apr 19, 2026
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Tom is wonderful with boba, she always comes back very happy. Thanks Tom :)

About Tom Z.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large empty townhouse in central Jersey with only one other inhabitant-sweet adorable senior Mom. There is an outdoor patio and courtyard, that leads to the grounds of the community where there is a dog walk and plenty of green grass to run and walk on. We have a large empty room that I can play fetch with a dog, and throw a toy on a rainy day or anytime.

Home

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 2-4 hours

Information Tom Z. would like to know about your pet

Anything I need to know, of course, please fill me in. The more information, the better. I’d want to know if the dog is potty trained and what is their general personality. (calm, hyper, nervous?). And of course, anything medically. And if any scheduling needs (needs food or walks at certain times?) and however little info it might seem, please fill me in.

A typical day

I am very eager to play and take care of any medium or small dog again, I might be more energetic and active, than the dog. Besides walks and hours of downtime stomach and ear rubs, there is outdoor grass spaces and dog runs near my place, in addition to our large empty extra room. The standard of ball/toy catch and return, tug of war play is always a go to. And if the dog or owner has anything special they want to do, I'll be happy to make them happy.

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Tom Z.

Hillsborough, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews