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Alex R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Alex R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$23 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced Pack Pro for Pups

Hello! I'm a professional dog handler with 4+ years of experience at a dog daycare and boarding facility and a lifetime of nonprofessional pet care (Currently own one pup). I normally manage large, mixed groups of 30 or more dogs daily at my day job. This includes hands on-experience for almost all breeds and sizes, from Shih Tzus to St. Bernards! I am confident and comfortable maintaining a safe, fun environment for your furry friends to enjoy while you are away on your next vacation or outing. Both in my professional work and a lifelong passion for animals, I've learned that great pet care is never one-size-fits-all. Many pets thrive with personalized, one-on-one attention, and my approach is always tailored to the individual pet which includes experience with: - puppies - senior care - disabled or special needs - reactive or anxious pets - high energy dog breeds The core of my pet care philisophy is that the best experience comes from three things - trust, transparency, and communication. I'm always happy to set up a meet / greet so we can make sure everyone is a right fit ☺️ I am also an aspiring pet photographer, so if you want me to try to take some high quality portraits of your pets I would be willing to at no extra charge. Note: I am also open to cats or other small animals, upon inquiry.

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I provide the skills and tools to help give you the peace of mind that your pup is safe and in good hands while you're away. My background includes: - Medication administration (No IV) - Proven handling techniques for conflict prevention and de-escalation to keep dogs calm and happy. - Light first-aid (cuts, bites, hot spots, etc.) - Allergy Mediation (food, environnment)

Ratings and reviews

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13 ratings
Rachel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 19, 2026

It’s our 2nd time working with Alex, polite, punctual, very clean, and great with our dog!

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Karen L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 21, 2026

If you can’t be with pets Alex is the next best option. In fact, I think his care was an upgrade to our dog’s and cat’s usual routine. They got way more walks and play in with Alex. Though we were away Alex kept us apprised of all the fun with text and photos. We recommend his loving care without reservation.

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Jessica H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 27, 2026

Alex was great! He’s clearly comfortable with all kinds of animals and really takes the time to win over their friendship. He even came equipped with treats during our first meeting. He is punctual, communicative and caring. My two huskies are high energy and a handful and I’m careful about who walks them but I trust Alex and they took to him immediately. Would definitely book again!

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Jorge Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 27, 2026

First time having Alex care for our pets and we are not disappointed; he was caring and thoughtful from throughout the entire process, from scheduling to taking care of the pets. Our dog is stubborn and very untrusting; he was patient with her until he earned her trust. Will not hesitate to have Alex take care of our pets in the near future.

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Kristen P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 11, 2026

I had a really great experience with Alex and would definitely recommend him. From the start, he was very thorough during our meet and greet—he took the time to go over everything and even wrote all my instructions down, which I really appreciated. While I was away, he sent daily updates with photos and detailed report cards through Rover, which made me feel so much better. I loved being able to see how Teddy and Luna were doing each visit and knowing they were being well taken care of. When I got home, they were happy and everything was just as it should be. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. I would absolutely book with him again!

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Nic E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 10, 2026

Alex took great care of my pups and my home while I was out of the country. I left with great peace of mind but he still sent many updates and photos throughout. Will use again! Thanks!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work at my day job in the late afternoon for a few hours so I have most of the day to hang out with your pawed pals! I am close to all of the fun places a dog loves - the dog park, the beach, etc. Whatever your pet's passions are, we will make a day of it (or multiple days if you want!)

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Alex can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
I want to make a unique experience for your pawed pals. We can go over any special needs or requirements including allergies, feeding schedules, dietary requirements, favorite activities, or any other requests you might have that will help me cater to your pets needs the best.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.