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Howard & Kathleen R.

Westville, New Haven, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
194 reviews
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Services

Howard & Kathleen can host

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Howard & Kathleen can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Howard & Kathleen R.

Communication

90 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Howard & Kathleen R. would like to know about your pet

No preference, all breeds welcome.

A typical day

Westwood -Westville section of New Haven. Walking around our block is 1/2 mile exactly and when we do this we normally see at least 4 others out walking their dog. My wife, daughter and I are always home and will be with your pet. If he/she likes playing, ball chasing, etc. we can do so, etc. We walk to the library - 2 mile walk as well

Location

New Haven, CT

Howard & Kathleen R.'s Neighborhood

We work at home & love outdoors.

Pet care experience

Hi. I have had dogs all my life since early child hood of many types - German Shepherd, Beagle, Basset, Great Dane, etc. Also cats, a skunk, squirrel and once a Red Tailed Hawk that had been injured as a young bird. My daughters, wife and I most recently had a beloved Portuguese Water Dog we named Shakespeare. He was the runt of a litter out of a champion show dog, Olivia. We loved him but he passed away due to a stroke at the age of 15 years. We miss him terribly but do not feel the time is best to take on another dog emotionally for our daughter, so providing love and 2nd family for your dog would be a great option. Hope you agree with us. Your pet gets as second family of Dad, Mom and daughter to shower she or he or they with love, scratches, rubs permissible treats!

Reviews

Ryan A.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 30, 2025
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Howard and Kathleen did a great job looking after my dog. They were very friendly and when I pick him up, his tail is always wagging.

Alexander C.
Doggy Day Care • Aug 18, 2025
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My second time with Howard and Kathleen. They’re easy to work with, reliable and clear communicators. Easy option for Frog when we need to be out of town or on a day trip.

Victoria C.
Boarding • Aug 10, 2025
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Howard was easy to coordinate with and communicate to. Our dog returned happy and energetic

Jeffie K.
Doggy Day Care • Jun 28, 2025
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Howard was so helpful to us with a last-minute booking and early morning drop-off for daycare for our Cavalier Coco. He was also responsive and kind. Thank you!

About Howard & Kathleen R.

Communication

90 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Howard & Kathleen R. would like to know about your pet

No preference, all breeds welcome.

A typical day

Westwood -Westville section of New Haven. Walking around our block is 1/2 mile exactly and when we do this we normally see at least 4 others out walking their dog. My wife, daughter and I are always home and will be with your pet. If he/she likes playing, ball chasing, etc. we can do so, etc. We walk to the library - 2 mile walk as well

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Howard & Kathleen R.

Westville, New Haven, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
194 reviews