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arik a.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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arik a.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for House Sitting

US$62 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
13 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving and empathetic pet person!

I have been a dog person my whole life. My first word was dog and my first sentence was, “look at dat dog!”. I have owned / own mutts, rottweilers, border collies, and german shepherds and I love dogs of all breeds and sizes. I just love being around the furry guys and making sure they have a wonderful experience with me when I can help!

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I listen to pet owners explicit instructions and make sure they and their pets are assured of my care and ability to follow instructions. I am accessible at all times via text, call or email so they can check in an be updated whenever necessary or wanted. I am capable of taking care of all breeds and levels of care due to my own background with dogs and their multiple stages of life from feeding, care routines, walking / exercise needs and any geriatric needs.

Ratings and reviews

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18 ratings
Marshall K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Juni 16, 2026

Arik does a wonderful job taking care of our 2 dogs and our apartment. Follows detailed instructions, makes sure the dogs are well fed and walked, and sends frequent updates. Even went above and beyond to clean up on his way out. Would highly recommend.

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Janine P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr. 24, 2026

Arik is a gem! He's so kind and down to earth, and he is an animal whisperer. All three of my animals, including my anxious rescue pup, immediate warmed up to him like they had been pals forever! He is an excellent communicator and sent lots of updates. I cannot recommend him enough. Your fur babies will be well loved by Arik!

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Steven L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr. 17, 2026

Arik is an amazing pet companion! He took excellent care of, fed, walked and loved our beautiful 12 year old golden retriever, Clover, while we went away for 5 days. Arik sent us daily pictures and videos to calm this anxious pup-mom and it helped so much!! I really believe Clover fell in love with Arik and will absolutely use him again to stay at our home and watch our pet. Arik is kind, sincere, honest and very approachable and compassionate towards animals. Please do not hesitate to have Arik take the best of loving care of your beloved pet!!

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Reynaldo M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • März 30, 2026

Arik is great! Our family trusted him while we went over seas to stay with our 3 dogs. He stayed in our apartment for about 15 days and was very punctual, followed instructions, communication was excellent. I will definitely book with Arik again. He is very professional and courteous. 10/10 stars!

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Steven S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb. 09, 2026

Arik did a fantastic job with our dogs Piper and Zoey. He kept us updated while we were away and left the house clean and tidy. We definitely recommend and use him again!

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Brittany M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dez. 30, 2025

Arik was very friendly and professional from start to finish! He watched our dog (bully breed mix) who is a little nervous and anxious and was very understanding and gentle with her. He sent lots of communication, pictures and videos throughout our time away which helped alleviate some stress for us! He was very respectful of our space and left it very clean when he left, including washing the sheets and vacuuming up! I definitely recommend Arik for your pet setting needs!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have an incredibly flexible schedule which makes me available multiple days and times of the week allowing for me to help dogs/cats of all needs from multiple walks and feedings to more extensive care for puppies and older pups. I am schedule oriented and plan my months out in advance to be available and stay available when needed.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
arik can host up to 1 pet per night
Again, I love to understand the pet from what I observe as well as what I am told from the owner. I like to make sure everyone is in their comfort zones. especially when it is something as important as taking care of their fur-babies.
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.