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Ben G.

The Fan, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews
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Dog-Loving WFH Architect/Teacher :)

Pet care experience

I'm 40, recently relocated from Hawaii, dog lover and explorer. We live right in the fan, just a few blocks from the museum and a short walk to Byrd Park. We have a very calm collie mix at home now (Sequoia) who gets along very well with all others but can stay separated as needed. I’m out walking her several times a day, it's just too ideal not to bring a few others along with us. Working from home this last year, extra time has proven abundant. I might be your ideal sitter! Thanks for your interest! Ben

Reviews

Lauren C.
Dog Boarding • Jul 04, 2022
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Ben took amazing care of my puppy! I think maybe my dog prefers him and his house to mine now. Plenty of pictures and communication, a great house and yard, and a friendly dog friend. Great sitter, highly recommended.

Katie F.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 26, 2022
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Roy Kent was well-cared for while I went away for three days and two nights. Ben sent lots of pictures of RK and the other dogs he was watching over the weekend. I could fully relax and have a great time. Thank You Ben and Sequoia!

Levi L.
Dog Boarding • Jun 06, 2022
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I couldn’t imagine a better sitter for our pups! We got regular updates from Ben and every single picture/video we could tell how comfortable and happy they were. They were excited to see us, but also happy to stay even longer if we would’ve let them! The best thing of all — they came home around 6pm and they slept for hours!! I truly would recommend him for anyone interested in keeping their dogs active while they’re away. He has a beautiful house and yard and they were just soooo spoiled. As a bonus, we drove in the same area as the house the day after and our puppy was a little bummed we weren’t stopping! :) All in all, a wonderful experience and I wish we would’ve found him earlier.

Melanie L.
Doggy Day Care • May 28, 2022
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Ben was super accommodating for Archie’s daycare. He took tons of pictures and was extremely communicative. Definitely would recommend anyone let their pup spend time here!

About Ben G.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I’ve cared for dogs all my life and will follow every quirk that every dog has. Im Comfortable administering most oral medications, providing elderly care, maintaining separation as each pet owner prefers. The more I know, the better care I’ll be able to give!

Information Ben G. would like to know about your pet

Any social considerations can be accommodated, can walk solo or in a group, any meal preferences as in the pet is comfortable grazing or should be fed on a schedule, literally most any behaviors can be accommodated as long as you let us know ahead of time :)

A typical day

Walking around Byrd Park and ponds, Walks through Carytown and Carrillon neighborhoods, ball throwing in our private walled back yard, cozy up on the big couch for tired pups or seniors, healthy treats from Dogma!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$35per walk

Ben can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work from home about half the time, and my office is only a few blocks away, which is dog friendly, so my schedule is quite flexible and allows me time to care for dogs as I can.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 8 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Ben G.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I’ve cared for dogs all my life and will follow every quirk that every dog has. Im Comfortable administering most oral medications, providing elderly care, maintaining separation as each pet owner prefers. The more I know, the better care I’ll be able to give!

Information Ben G. would like to know about your pet

Any social considerations can be accommodated, can walk solo or in a group, any meal preferences as in the pet is comfortable grazing or should be fed on a schedule, literally most any behaviors can be accommodated as long as you let us know ahead of time :)

A typical day

Walking around Byrd Park and ponds, Walks through Carytown and Carrillon neighborhoods, ball throwing in our private walled back yard, cozy up on the big couch for tired pups or seniors, healthy treats from Dogma!

Location

Richmond, VA

Ben G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Ben G.

The Fan, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews