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Matthew D.

Tuam

5 out of 5.0 stars
23 reviews
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Hillside Walks and Home Boarding Services

Pet care experience

My name is Matthew and I've lived in Galway all my life. Animals are my life, especially dogs and I have always been around them and through that have a great knowledge base on dogs behaviour and needs both physical and mental. From separation anxiety to nervous bladders, over abundance of energy to couch potatoes I can cater to all types of doggo! Even the cranky ones 😂🙈I also have a love for the outdoors, so I'm always out exploring with my own pack Pixie, Willow, Loki and Nero. I walk/sit dogs because let’s face who doesn’t like hanging out with dogs all day 😂 It’s the worlds best job. I’m fairly experienced in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and have quite a bit of walled in land for a bit of run time that all my doggos seem to enjoy after a good walk!

Reviews

Dog Boarding • Aug 14, 2025

Matthew D. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Sinead O.
Dog Boarding • Jul 01, 2025
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Matthew was wonderful with Rolo, he has a great understanding of dogs and breeds. He recognised that Rolo loves woods and rivers and he tailored his walks perfectly..he was super happy there.

Simona M.
Dog Boarding • May 20, 2025
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Matthew was absolutely great with Hazel. He sent lots of pictures throughout and when I picked her up, you could really see how much Hazel enjoyed being with Matthew.

Joseph Gilbert Fernandez F.
Dog Boarding • Apr 12, 2025
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Juno our 6 year old is a retriever and very attached to us. Matthew took exceptionally good care of Juno at his house. He kept Juno separate from his other dogs; took him for walks, sent us pictures regularly and most importantly, respected Juno as an intelligent living being with his need for space and time. Absolutely brilliant experience for all of us in the family.

About Matthew D.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
44% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Safety, trust & environment

Looking forward to meeting your furry friends 🐶 ✌️

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

A typical day

My name is Matthew and I've lived in Galway all my life. Animals are my life, especially dogs and I have always been around them and through that have a great knowledge base on dogs behaviour and needs both physical and mental. From separation anxiety to nervous bladders, over abundance of energy to couch potatoes I can cater to all types of doggo! Even the cranky ones 😂🙈I also have a love for the outdoors, so I'm always out exploring with my own pack Pixie, Willow, Loki and Nero. I walk/sit dogs because let’s face who doesn’t like hanging out with dogs all day 😂 It’s the worlds best job. I’m fairly experienced in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and have quite a bit of walled in land for a bit of run time that all my doggos seem to enjoy after a good walk! I offer a home boarding service where your dog becomes part of the family and receives one on one attention and care around the clock or if it suits better house calls can be arranged! I live on an old farm with over 90 acres of secure woodland, meadows and even a river for the doggos to enjoy and in the evenings they’d be enjoying Netflix’s finest chilling on the couch.I have 4 dogs of my own but to keep it safe I don’t usually mix them with guest dogs in order to ensure both sides are always happy! Plenty of space to do so so it isn’t an issue at all. I also can cater towards your doggos feline, reptilian or small furry siblings if needs be! Looking forward to meeting your furry friends 🐶 ✌️

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
€35per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
€30per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
€20per walk

Matthew can host

No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Matthew can watch in your home

Availability

I offer a home boarding service where your dog becomes part of the family and receives one on one attention and care around the clock or if it suits better house calls can be arranged! I live on an old farm with over 90 acres of secure woodland, meadows and even a river for the doggos to enjoy and in the evenings they’d be enjoying Netflix’s finest chilling on the couch.I have 4 dogs of my own but to keep it safe I don’t usually mix them with guest dogs in order to ensure both sides are always happy! Plenty of space to do so so it isn’t an issue at all. I also can cater towards your doggos feline, reptilian or small furry siblings if needs be!

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About Matthew D.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
44% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Safety, trust & environment

Looking forward to meeting your furry friends 🐶 ✌️

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

A typical day

My name is Matthew and I've lived in Galway all my life. Animals are my life, especially dogs and I have always been around them and through that have a great knowledge base on dogs behaviour and needs both physical and mental. From separation anxiety to nervous bladders, over abundance of energy to couch potatoes I can cater to all types of doggo! Even the cranky ones 😂🙈I also have a love for the outdoors, so I'm always out exploring with my own pack Pixie, Willow, Loki and Nero. I walk/sit dogs because let’s face who doesn’t like hanging out with dogs all day 😂 It’s the worlds best job. I’m fairly experienced in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and have quite a bit of walled in land for a bit of run time that all my doggos seem to enjoy after a good walk! I offer a home boarding service where your dog becomes part of the family and receives one on one attention and care around the clock or if it suits better house calls can be arranged! I live on an old farm with over 90 acres of secure woodland, meadows and even a river for the doggos to enjoy and in the evenings they’d be enjoying Netflix’s finest chilling on the couch.I have 4 dogs of my own but to keep it safe I don’t usually mix them with guest dogs in order to ensure both sides are always happy! Plenty of space to do so so it isn’t an issue at all. I also can cater towards your doggos feline, reptilian or small furry siblings if needs be! Looking forward to meeting your furry friends 🐶 ✌️

Location

Tuam, Ireland

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Matthew D.

Tuam

5 out of 5.0 stars
23 reviews