Mario I.
Des Plaines, IL
Dog lover forever
Pet care experience
Mario: I have owned a dog for a majority of my life, from small to big sized dogs. I have owned pure bred and rescues throughout my life, every dog deserves a good home. My favorite dog is the Boston Terrier and I have owned 3 in recent years. I have experience with caring for older dogs and raising pups. My last Boston became sick with a neurological problem which provided me experience with giving daily medicines and changing her diaper multiple times a day. Since her passing, I have adopted two more Boston Terriers. Yoshi is a 2.5year old boy with a quirky personality who loves to give kisses and cuddle at night. Most recent addition to my home is an 8 month old girl named Mochi. Both of my pups are dog friendly, they love going to the dog park to run around and play. I have watched over my brother's 80 pound husky/cattle mix, my parents mixed rescue from a puppy mill, and friend's fur babies in the past. I provided plenty of stimulation with toys, bones, walks, dog parks and general play time of tug of war, fetch, etc. I look forward to meeting you and your fur baby and promise to love them like my own!!!
Reviews
I can't recommend Mario enough for anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter! Mario watched my dog Dean for five days, and I couldn't be happier with the service he provided. He sent me daily pictures and videos of Dean, which really put my mind at ease while I was away. Mario made sure Dean received his medication on time and gave him plenty of love and attention. I could tell that Dean was in good hands the whole time. Thank you, Mario, for your excellent care and professionalism. I will definitely be reaching out to you again in the future!
Mario has been around dogs all his life and learned how to be a responsible dog owner and caregiver. He is responsible and attentive to their needs, and loves to interact with them.
Mario watched our dog for a week and we couldn’t be happier. He sent daily pictures/videos along with updates. We felt our dog was being taken care of like we would. I know Mario has lived with and raised dogs his whole life and always showed them love and care. He is to be good with any size dog since he watched our 80lbs dog and has a small Boston terrier. We’d recommend him to anyone and would have him watch our dog again in a heartbeat.
About Mario I.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a small fenced in patio (4ft high fence) with an astro-turf area for the dogs to go potty. I provide a loving and safe environment at my home for my two pups and would do the same for yours. I provide plenty of toys and treats for good behavior, using positive reinforcement. I do crate our dogs when I leave, your dog doesn't necessarily need to be crated if they are well behaved. My pups also sleep in our bed, I would accommodate you to the best of my abilities on the structures and rules your pup has already in place.
Home
Information Mario I. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any special needs such as medications along with their daily routines, habits, personalities, etc. The more I know about your dog, the better I can accommodate them while they are away from you and their home.
A typical day
Outside of having two boston terriers that constantly play with each other and other dogs I have watched in the past, Iprovide stimulating activity with toys and bones. Playing tug of war, fetch, chase around the house, etc; if you're comfortable with me taking your fur baby to the dog park I would be happy to do that as well. I try to go at least 2-3x a week with my pups where they play with other dogs or a big ball I bring for them.
Services
Mario can host
Mario can watch in your home
Availability
Mario: I work full time on a hybrid schedule. I work from home 2-3 days a week; when I do go to the office I am gone from 7am-4:45pm. My dogs eat in the morning then go for a walk to take care of business before I leave for work. When I work from home, I have more flexibility to take the dogs out for more walks or to the dog park (weather permitting). After I come home from work the dogs are fed and taken for another walk; my two dogs keep each other busy, either playing tug-a-war or keep away of their favorite toy. I will also play these games and fetch if they want me to but they tire each other out way better than I ever could. I have a small fenced in patio with grass area for them to do their business, I let the dogs out whenever they want to.
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About Mario I.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a small fenced in patio (4ft high fence) with an astro-turf area for the dogs to go potty. I provide a loving and safe environment at my home for my two pups and would do the same for yours. I provide plenty of toys and treats for good behavior, using positive reinforcement. I do crate our dogs when I leave, your dog doesn't necessarily need to be crated if they are well behaved. My pups also sleep in our bed, I would accommodate you to the best of my abilities on the structures and rules your pup has already in place.
Home
Information Mario I. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any special needs such as medications along with their daily routines, habits, personalities, etc. The more I know about your dog, the better I can accommodate them while they are away from you and their home.
A typical day
Outside of having two boston terriers that constantly play with each other and other dogs I have watched in the past, Iprovide stimulating activity with toys and bones. Playing tug of war, fetch, chase around the house, etc; if you're comfortable with me taking your fur baby to the dog park I would be happy to do that as well. I try to go at least 2-3x a week with my pups where they play with other dogs or a big ball I bring for them.
Location
Des Plaines, IL
Pets
Mario I.
Des Plaines, IL