I leave no stars for David L. This was the first and last time I will be using Rover. I had gone through a thorough and extensive search for the right sitter for my 2 yr old, 5lb chihuahua, Bo. This was her first sitting with someone outside of family so I was specific on Bo’s needs. After a meet and greet with David L. it was mutual that he was the right sitter for her and the arrangement was confirmed. My family & I were off for a family vacation in Hawaii. The night before our flight David contacted me about some concerns with Bo barking furiously and uncontrollably at his dad. Something we had discussed at the meet and greet (that Bo will bark at strangers- something else we discussed was having other people around. David stated he was a lone caregiver and his parents wouldn’t be around, which is why I chose him). I asked David L. if he felt comfortable with the barking as it would subside if he catered to Bo’s needs, take her out of the situation by going for a walk. I asked him if he does not feel confident to take care of her I would need to know immediately to make other arrangements. I specifically told him that I did not want her handed over to another sitter. He assured me that he would be fine. As we landed in Hawaii, 7 to 8 emails came through from other Rover sitters who may possibly be available for Bo, including an email from David L. saying he was no longer able to care for her as the barking continued with his dad. After several hours of making sitting arrangements and hours into my family vacation, we were able to find a trusted sitter with the help of a family friend. Needless to say, Bo was happy with her new sitter, her 10 year old daughter , a cat and a stranger (sitter’s fiancé) who she barked at but warmed up to. My family was left distraught over this ordeal with David L. He should not be a pet sitter as he showed no experience with small pets and handling them. And no consideration of Bo’s needs and no consideration of our family vacation. Thanks for nothing David L.

so david ended up being a last minute booking b/c another host cancelled and i have to say, i got WAY lucky. he was super nice and accommodating for my little guy (who has never been left alone with someone i don't know before). he sent me photos and a video while i was away and assured me my little man was in good hands. linus was chill and happy when i picked him up. i will DEFINITELY use david again -- he was awesome!