
Anthony R.

Anthony R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $28 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Staycation is the New Dog-Adventure
Sometimes the best vacation for your dog when you're away is a staycation that's a full-time urban adventure for your four-legged family member in the place they're most comfortable: home. I'm an INSURED and BONDED PET CARE PROFESSIONAL. Rover does NOT insure your pet, your home, or your belongings during any stay. As a serious provider on this platform, I carry my own insurance that protects all those items which are priceless to you. I'm a long-time dog dude who began working in pet care after being heartbroken when my 120lb Doberman with a love for adventure passed away suddenly when his heart proved too small a home for for his huge, gentle soul. I have a lifetime of experience with breeds of all type, including training pups new to life and caring for those with whiskers grayed with experience. I've worked with pets of all energy levels, those with anxiety when left alone or nervous while on leash, and those with special needs that require appropriate attention. That means an urban adventure staycation is the vacation they deserve while you're away. Your staycationing family member will have the time of their lives when, together, we explore their neighborhood and beyond. When you're away on business or pleasure, you can rest assured your four-legged friend will experience urban hikes through the friendly confines of your neighborhood, or will venture out to some of the most beautiful green spaces available in the city, including playtime -- alone or in groups -- at safe and secure locations throughout Chicago. Together we'll investigate every blade of grass, every grain of sand, and every interesting smell, all within compliance of city ordinances, of course. As a writer and editor, I have a flexible schedule and a mobile lifestyle. I'm available to offer your pet the staycation they most definitely deserve. And having cared for my own senior dogs with their own special needs, if your dog requires timely medication or extra care, I fully understand the necessity of adhering to their strict regimen. An effective communicator who's headed a thriving marketing communications business for more than fifteen years, I'm a professional dedicated to exceptional customer service. But also one who's come to realize it's time in life to focus on passions more important than promoting potato chips, sugary cereals and overpriced automobiles. This passion translates into giving your family member an adventure of a lifetime while also giving you peace of mind that they're safe and expertly cared for while you're away.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
It's stressful for them when parents go away, and it's important your furry family member stick to what's familiar without missing a beat. While you're gone, your pet will be kept on the same schedule and similar routine as possible. Almost like you never left, but with some new adventures to boot!
Ratings and reviews
Anthony is an exceptional dog caregiver. We have two large senior dogs who always have some sort of ailment or special need. Anthony is compassionate and adapts to their situation, and he gives excellent updates on how they are doing. He also takes the best photos of our dogs that really capture their mood! The best reward is when we arrive home, our dogs barely glance up from their resting stance and the house is immaculate.


Our dogs love Tony and we know they will get the TLC that they need every time.


Hazel always enjoys her Tony time!

Tony took great care of our pup again while we were away! Tony is very responsive and gives great updates so you know your pup is in great hands!
Another great stay with Tony!

Tony has watched my dogs a few times and always does an amazing job! They are well cared for, exercised, and he does so well with all their quirks. Very reliable and a dog sitter I will definitely hire again!


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Schedule
The flexibility of my work schedule and my ability to be mobile, allow me to give your pet the attention they're used to in the place where they're most comfortable, while also eliminating the anxiety and stress of a unfamiliar and frightening boarding facility.
