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George R.

Whittier, CA

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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

George can care for

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

Availability

As a retiree, I have a flexible schedule and plenty of time for walks, playtime, feeding, companionship, and giving every pet the attention they deserve.

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About George R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I treat every pet like family, giving them lots of love, patience, attention, playtime, and companionship while keeping them comfortable, happy, and safe at all times during their care.

Location

Whittier, CA

George R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Retired & Ready to Spoil Your Pets!

Pet care experience

A Lifetime of Caring for Animals Hello! My name is George, and I’m a retired mailman with 38 years of experience serving my community. Now that I have retired, I’m looking forward to spending my time doing something I truly love—caring for animals. Animals have always been an important part of my life. Over the years, I’ve rescued and cared for many animals and have had 13 pets of my own.  Currently, I have 2 wonderful dogs and 3 affectionate indoor cats. I also share my home with 7 lovely parrots.  Best of all, we all happily live together under one roof! Our house is a comfortable Ranch-style home of 2200 square feet.  It is situated on half an acre of land with a lower and upper tree-lined backyard.  Plenty of space for animals to run and play! I understand that leaving your pets with someone else requires trust. I will treat your pets with the same patience, kindness, and care that I give my own. Whether your dog needs a good walk, some companionship, or you need someone responsible and dependable to care for your pets and home while you're away. I’m so happy to help you and your pets with any needs. After a lifetime of being responsible for getting the job done, I take reliability seriously. I’m patient, caring, attentive, and I genuinely enjoy being around animals. I would love the opportunity to meet you and your pets and become someone you can feel comfortable trusting with their care. Your animals aren’t just pets—they’re family, and I’ll treat them that way!

Reviews

Alexis M.
Jul 09, 2026

As a pet sitter myself, I can’t recommend George enough. I know how much trust it takes to leave your beloved pet in someone else’s care, and he’s exactly the kind of person I’d trust without hesitation. If I had to describe him in one word, it would be compassionate. He has an incredible heart for animals and has spent years rescuing and caring for stray cats, dogs, and even birds. Helping animals isn’t something he does occasionally—it’s simply who he is. He’s also been an amazing help with my foster pit bull, Cleo. Whether taking her on walks, spending quality time with her, or simply making her feel safe and loved, he’s always shown patience, kindness, and genuine care. Cleo absolutely adores him, and I think dogs are the best judges of character. He treats every pet as if they were his own. If you’re looking for someone who’s dependable, attentive, and truly passionate about animals, you won’t find someone more deserving of your trust. I would leave my own pets with him anytime, knowing they’d be loved, cared for, and treated like family🐾

About George R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I treat every pet like family, giving them lots of love, patience, attention, playtime, and companionship while keeping them comfortable, happy, and safe at all times during their care.

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.
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George R.

Whittier, CA

1 review