Martin R.
Martin R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $19 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced dog dad — Falls Church
Hi, I'm Martin! 🐾 I'm a Falls Church local and lifelong animal lover with over 10 years of dog ownership experience. I've shared my life with three dogs (a Greyhound, a Terrier mix, and a Shih Tzu) plus a cat (and I've domesticated a deer), so I'm comfortable with all kinds of personalities and energy levels. As a stay-at-home dad, I bring the same patience, reliability, and care to your pet that I give my own family. I walk my dogs at least an hour every day and know the streets, parks, and trails of Falls Church like the back of my hand; your dog will be in safe hands and great company. I'm also a certified Project Manager (PMP), which means I take schedules, communication, and accountability seriously. You'll always know where your dog is and how the visit went. Available for dog walks and home visits. A bit of French-Canadian warmth included at no extra charge! 🇨🇦 I'd love to meet your furry family member. Feel free to reach out!
Cat care experience
Martin also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
For dog walks, I treat every dog as an individual. Some dogs want a brisk, purposeful walk; others need time to sniff and explore at their own pace. I follow the dog's lead. I know Falls Church well and plan routes that are safe, enjoyable, and appropriate for the dog's size and energy level. I always carry water for longer walks and keep dogs leashed and under close control at all times. For cat drop-in visits, I keep things calm and low-key. Cats are creatures of habit, so I stick closely to their established routine: feeding, fresh water, litter box, and a quick health check to make sure everything looks normal. If a cat wants affection and playtime I'm happy to provide it; if they'd rather keep their distance, I respect that too. Having lived with a cat myself, I know not to take it personally! I'll always send an update with a photo so you know the visit went smoothly. In a client's home, I treat the space with full respect: no disruptions to the pet's environment, doors and gates secured, and clear communication with the owner if anything seems off.
Ratings and reviews
Martin was fantastic with Cooper. Made sure he got out and was able to come and go without issue from my place. You’re in good hands with him!
Martin is great with my Doberman! Definitely recommending him 👍🏻
Martin is responsible, reliable, and very gentle and patient with animals. I’ve seen him be a caregiver for multiple dogs with a wide range of needs and at various stages in their lives and would recommend him to anyone looking for a dog walker. Martin is trustworthy and genuinely loves animals.
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Schedule
Pet care is genuinely woven into my daily life. As a part-time stay-at-home dad in Falls Church, I have a flexible schedule that revolves around routine and responsibility, which suits dogs perfectly. I walk my own dogs for at least an hour every day, rain or shine, so adding a few extra furry companions to my routine is a natural fit rather than an afterthought. While my child is at daycare, I have dedicated time each day to focus entirely on the pets in my care: no rushing, no cutting walks short. After 10 years of dog ownership across three very different breeds (a Greyhound, a terrier, and a Shih Tzu), I've learned to read dog behavior and adapt to each animal's needs and pace. Pet care isn't a side hustle I'm figuring out as I go, it's an extension of how I already live my day.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.