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Colin R.

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•72 reviews
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Pet care experience

**Update on our housesitting services** Please note, Rover does not strictly define what House Sitting means for either the client or the sitter. Our housesitting price is three 30 minute drop-in visits a day. Longer visits or additional visits are available for an additional charge. All of our house sitting services include: Customized activities to match your pets normal schedule and needs, feeding, water refresh, snuggles, exercise, and some basic house sitting tasks like mail, trash, or watering plants. **Our house sitting services do not include overnight coverage.** ________________________ Two sitters for the price of one! My wife (Allison) and I grew up with 7 dogs, 7 cats, 2 turtles, a frog, fish, 2 rats, and several garter snakes between us. Having spent the better part of the last decade pursuing successful, yet unfulfilling careers we got an opportunity to ask ourselves what we really wanted to do with our lives. Thinking back to our childhoods spent playing with animals, and our years of volunteering at animal shelters, we realized we wanted to work together to launch a pet care business. All of our services are customized to your pets needs. We believe that all pets deserve care that nurtures not just their physical health, but also their well-being. All of our pet care services are built on two core principles: - All behavior is communication: Which is why we choose to work with behavior using positive reinforcement techniques that encourage good behavior and help build trust and confidence in your furry friend. - The best care is holistic care: When providing care we consider your pets need for proper exercise, nutrition, and mental stimulation so we can take care of both their physical health and their emotional well being. Our Specialties include: - Shy or Anxious Dogs - Medically Complex Pets - Herding Breeds - Poodles/Doodles - Cats

Reviews

Patti H.
Dog Walking • Jan 26, 2024
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Winnie's favorite thing all week is her walks with Colin and Alison!

Kristen J.
House Sitting • Sep 18, 2023
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Colin and Allison are fantastic! I cannot sing their praises enough! We feel so comfortable and at ease knowing our pup is being well looked after and cared for. We take it as a good sign when we're wondering if our dog is actually happy we're home or if he just wants Colin to come back. Our pup gets so much of the mental stimulation and physical exercise he needs! Colin and Allison are thorough, respectful, communicative, and punctual! If you're looking for trustworthy people to come into your home and look after your pets, look no further! We are so grateful to have found them!

Patti H.
Dog Walking • Jul 29, 2023
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Winnie has been getting 30 minute regular walks from Colin. She's enjoyed it so much that now she's taking hour long walks with Colin!!

Greg R.
Dog Walking • Jul 14, 2023
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We feel so incredibly fortunate to have found Colin. We have two shepherd mixes; one of them is very shy, and the other takes a good amount of time to get used to new people. Colin has truly gone above and beyond to build trust with both of them and he has been so kind and patient. He even takes extra care to make sure everything is exactly as we left it at home. We feel so much more at ease each day knowing our dogs are in such good hands.

About Colin R.

Communication

18 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With all of our services we are committed to providing the best possible care and giving pet owners peace of mind while they're away. We believe that your pet is a part of your family, and we treat them as such. When you trust your pet to us, you can be confident that they will receive the love, care, and attention they deserve.

Information Colin R. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your dog has any special care needs, dietary restrictions (so we make sure we're equipped with appropriate treats), or behavioral concerns that we should be aware of.

A typical day

We love to provide regular walks, play time with toys, snuggles on the couch, and any other activities your pet is used to when you're home.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Colin can watch in your home

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

Availability

We understand that pet owners are busy and have demanding schedules, which is why we offer flexible scheduling options to fit your needs. Whether you need us for just a few hours a day or for an extended trip, we are here to help. Maybe you need assistance administering medication, providing post-surgical care, or simply want someone to give your pet some much-needed belly scratches– We are equipped to handle any special needs your pet may have. If your pet requires a little extra TLC, don't hesitate to reach out and discuss our special shy dog protocols.

About Colin R.

Communication

18 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With all of our services we are committed to providing the best possible care and giving pet owners peace of mind while they're away. We believe that your pet is a part of your family, and we treat them as such. When you trust your pet to us, you can be confident that they will receive the love, care, and attention they deserve.

Information Colin R. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your dog has any special care needs, dietary restrictions (so we make sure we're equipped with appropriate treats), or behavioral concerns that we should be aware of.

A typical day

We love to provide regular walks, play time with toys, snuggles on the couch, and any other activities your pet is used to when you're home.

Location

Mission Viejo, CA

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Colin R.

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•72 reviews