Zachary S.
Zachary S.
Contact for Boarding
from $50 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
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I've loved and cared for dogs for over 12 years and treat every pet like family. I provide a safe, clean, loving home with plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and regular updates for owners. Since I work hard to keep pets comfortable and maintain their routines, you can have peace of mind knowing your dog will receive reliable, attentive care while you're away. My home provides plenty of indoor space for dogs to relax and play. I keep a clean, calm environment and focus on making each dog feel safe, comfortable, and at home. I only accept dogs I can give plenty of individual attention.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
We had a great experience! They took great care of our dogs, Whiskey and Moonshine, and kept us updated every day with pictures and messages, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Our dogs seemed happy and well cared for when we picked them up. We really appreciated the communication and would definitely book with them again!
BEWARE: Lots of false promises of how well he will treat your pet and the amount of updates he will give. I had to reach out multiple times every day basically begging for updates. He lied about how our dog was “soundly snoring” and how he “didn’t want to wake him” to give an update when our dog has never once snored in his life. In reality, I’m sure he was not even with our dog. He said he had to clean up an accident in the house which our dog has never done which shows me he was not being let out properly. Another video showed him having to clean poop off his bottom which has never happened with us and makes me think he put him in a kennel for hours on end despite me saying no kennel. He said he’d provide a “getting settled in” update after I dropped him off and he never did so I had to plead with him multiple times to get that update. I only ever requested 2 updates (morning and evening, which he said he would do) but when I expressed my frustration on his lack of communication he said, “I have a life” and threatened to pawn him off to another sitter. ALSO, he wanted to message off of the Rover app (probably so Rover couldn’t see how unprofessional he is) but not to worry, I have all of the screenshots. Don’t be fooled by his false promises. He is the definition of OVER PROMISE UNDER DELIVER. Makes me never want to use Rover again. We will board next time.
First time using Rover! I have a strong Bernese mountain dog that needs a strong and attentive sitter! Zach did such an amazing job taking care of Oliver! I was honestly so nervous leaving him because he means the world to me! Zach made me feel comfortable, was kind, reliable, attentive, and kept me updated, which gave me peace of mind. Oliver was happy and well cared for when I got home, I'm all smiles and Oliver is napping happily 😁!! I’m SO grateful I found Zach that I can trust with Oliver 🩷
Zachary was communicative, respectful, and able to take my request with short notice. I can tell that my golden, Rowan, had a great time with him and his family. Will definitely be coming back!
Zachary and family did a great job with my dog. He got all the pets and stayed out of the Arizona heat.
Very pleased with Zachary and his care taking!
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Schedule
Hello! This is my full time Job! I specialize in single family boarding, which means I only host dogs from one household at a time. Whether you're traveling with one dog or several, your pets will have the entire home and yard to themselves with no unfamiliar dogs, unless you ask, I have families with goldens always looking for play mates that I can invite. This creates a calm, safe, low stress environment where they can truly relax and feel at home. Dog boarding fits naturally into my daily routine because I work from home full time and intentionally structure my schedule around the dogs in my care. I'm very detail oriented and definitely Type A, so I don't believe dogs should be left alone for long periods, that's just my personal policy. Your pets will receive constant supervision, frequent potty breaks, playtime, walks, enrichment, plenty of affection, and individualized attention throughout the day. I have over 10 years of professional experience caring for dogs and have built my business almost entirely through word of mouth. Because of that, I've had the privilege of caring for more than 200 returning client families without ever needing a platform like Rover. I'm excited to now be part of the Rover community and provide the same level of care that has earned the trust of so many loyal clients. If you're looking for a peaceful, personalized boarding experience where your dogs are treated like family, I'd love the opportunity to care for them and make them feel right at home.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Your dog's safety and comfort are my top priorities. I follow each dog's normal at home routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, potty breaks, playtime, medications (if needed), and bedtime routines. I provide a clean, calm, and loving environment where every dog is treated like family. I also send regular photo and video updates so you can have peace of mind while you're away.
A typical day
I treat every pet like they're on their own little vacation. Depending on their personality and energy level, we'll enjoy plenty of playtime, walks, fetch, tug-of-war, enrichment toys, and lots of attention. For more active dogs, I love playing in the yard, going on walks, and keeping them engaged with games like hide-and-seek or treat puzzles. For more relaxed pets, I'm happy to spend time cuddling, giving belly rubs, and providing a calm, comfortable environment. Safety and comfort always come first, so every activity is tailored to your pet's age, energy level, and any special instructions you provide. I'll also send regular photo and video updates so you can see all the fun they're having while you're away!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsZachary can host up to 15 pets per night
- Please let me know if there are any special requests, accommodations or medicinal needs in your initial request. These are what help me understand and do what is best for your furry friend. Thank you!