Zachary S.
Zachary S.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving care for pets, always
Hi there! I'm Zach, a 6th-grade teacher with a lifelong love for dogs. I grew up with a Golden Retriever, and later my family welcomed two English Mastiffs into our home, so I've been around dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities for as long as I can remember. My fiancé and I share our home with Beau, our gentle 2-year-old Great Bernese (a Great Pyrenees & Bernese Mountain Dog mix). He's calm, sweet, and a little shy at first, but once he warms up, he's the best playmate around. Having Beau in our lives means your dog will always have a furry friend to hang out with. While we're in an apartment, our community has everything a dog could want: multiple dog parks and a beautiful walking path that we visit regularly. Inside, our home is quiet and relaxed, and our neighborhood has always felt safe and friendly for dogs. I'm most experienced with medium to large and extra-large breeds, though I'm comfortable with dogs of all sizes. As a teacher, patience and attentiveness come naturally to me, and I bring both to every visit and walk. Your pet will always be in caring, capable hands. I look forward to meeting your pup!
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet's safety is always my top priority. During walks, dogs are kept leashed at all times; the only exceptions are inside our home or within a designated dog park. I stick to familiar, pet-friendly paths in our community where I know the environment is safe and welcoming. At home, I make sure every dog feels comfortable at their own pace. If a visiting dog needs space or is having a tough time adjusting, I'll give Beau his own quiet spot to relax while I focus entirely on your pup. In the unlikely event of a health concern, I'm fully prepared. My car is equipped with a dog seat for safe, reliable transport, and I have a trusted relationship with our veterinarian whom I can contact for guidance at any time. Your dog will always have access to the care they need, whether that means a quick call for advice or a trip to the vet if necessary.
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Schedule
Summer is my season! As a teacher, I have plenty of free time during the week and make pet care a natural part of my daily routine. My availability is wide open throughout the summer, with a preference for weekday bookings. I'm happy to accommodate same-day requests. I just ask for at least a two to three-hour heads-up so I can give your pet the preparation and attention they deserve.