Dontae R.
Dontae R.
Contact for Boarding
from $70 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Dependable Animal Lover
I’ve loved and cared for animals my entire life. Growing up in a multi-pet household taught me the basics, and today I own both a cat and a Mini Australian Shepherd. I understand firsthand the unique personalities of both cats and dogs, and I’m fully prepared to give your pets the dedicated care, exercise, and attention they deserve while you're away.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
We had such a great experience! He took amazing care of Bruno and kept me updated throughout the stay with lots of photos, videos, and messages, which I really appreciated. He took Bruno on long walks through the park and made sure he got plenty of exercise and attention. Bruno looked so happy and comfortable the entire time, and it gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I would absolutely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!

Thank you so much for watching Mills overnight especially so last minute! I loved getting all the picture updates from your adventures to the park and playing and seeing her with your cat. Thank you for adapting to her style and carrying her in her bag! I can’t wait to use Dontae again to help with Mills. Highly recommend! :)

My experience working with Donate was very pleasant and I highly recommend if you are looking for someone to trust your dog with - Dontae is ur person! He sent us photos and updates throughout the day which was really helpful and important to me because it helped me feel at peace that my dog is in good hands. Additionally, Dontae and his girlfriend took yuzu to an off leash park everyday where yuzu had sooo much fun - they made sure yuzu was having a good time and they slept with yuzu on the bed (which made me so so happy). Dontae’s dog Oliver is adorableee calm and sweet and yuzu and him got along really well. I’m very happy with my experience with Dontae and I will continue to work with him because he has made his home a second home to Yuzu 😊

Excellent experience. Extremely communicative and responsive, flexible with drop-off and pick-up, lots of updates and photos. Dontae R. seemed to genuinely care about our dog and enjoy the visit. Highly recommend.

Dontae was the dog sitter you can only dream of - sending pictures and updates throughout the day! I really loved how responsive Dontae was when it came to drop-off and pick-up. He also took my dog on frequent outings, such as walks or play time in Central Park. I cannot recommend Dontae highly enough!

Dontae was amazing with Kira. I was abroad and needed someone to take care of her in a pinch and he was very accommodating. He regularly sent updates and made sure Kira was comfortable. His dog seemed to be very chill and got along with Kira. Will definitely book again, thank you again for your help Dontae!

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Schedule
Pet care is a primary focus in my weekly routine. Because I manage my own calendar, I can easily dedicate specific blocks of time for drop-in visits, dog walking, or house sitting. I map out my schedule in advance to ensure that every pet in my care gets undivided attention, timely meals, and the right amount of exercise they need.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I treat every pet just like my own. I live in a secure apartment with a doorman on the Upper East Side, which makes for a very safe and controlled environment. I have a cat and a Mini Aussie who are both super pet friendly and love making new companions. Whether I am watching your pet in my home or visiting yours, I prioritize safety above all else, sticking to your specific feeding schedules, managing safe introductions, and keeping a close eye on them at all times. I’ll be sure to send you plenty of updates and pictures throughout the day!
Pets
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatDontae can host up to 3 pets per night
