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Mathew G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
80 repeat clients
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Mathew G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
80 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

CA$94 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Mathew has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Your Dogsitters

Hello, I'm Matt, I am a full time pet care provider and I have been a member on Rover since 2015. Growing up with pets back home has encouraged me to give all of my love to other people's pets! I know what it's like to want a night out or weekend away, having to take a business trip or planning a vacation; you want your pup to be in a happy, safe and healthy environment! That is where I am happy to help!   I am in my early 40's and I take pride in caring for pets and do so as if they were my own.  I am reliable, attentive to detail, provide the love and attention that they deserve as well as special care instructions if needed. My house is pet free, wide-open, in a beautiful and quiet neighbourhood that is surrounded by green areas and parks. ** Dogs with special requirements: If your pet is not friendly with other dogs, has separation anxiety or is still going through puppy like behaviour (potty training, chewing, biting etc) I am able to accommodate bookings but with the care done in your home, the nightly rate would be $149 ** Dog sitting: As a general guideline, I work on a 24hr. drop-off/pickup timeline. I am flexible on your preferred times but like to follow this structure. As an example, if you would like to drop off your dog at 8 am, the pickup time on the scheduled day would be 8 am, if after there is an extended care rate. I can take up to 3 dogs at a time which is all dependent on maintaining a safe, calm and friendly environment. Dog Daycare: As a general guideline, I provide up to 10 hours of care. I follow a 9-hour workday plus two 30-minute windows so that you are able to drop off and pick up with sufficient time. I am flexible on your preferred times but we do like to follow this structure. As an example, if you want to drop off your dog at 8 am, the pickup time would be 6 pm. If it exceeds this we charge an overnight rate. Dog Walks: I offer 30 & 60 minute private or group walks. Evening and weekend walks we charge an additional +$5.

Cat care experience

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Friendly cat check-ins

Mathew also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

80 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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296 ratings
Lauren H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 26, 2025

Matthew was amazing! Responsive, flexible and sent us lots of updates and pics :)

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Robert H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 20, 2025

Matthew was our first-ever dog walker experience, and he was exceptional. Friendly and kind, communicative and clear, prompt and professional. The dogs loved their walk with him. Can’t wait to send them with Matthew again.

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Jeremy L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 05, 2025

Not our first stay with Mathew and for sure more in the future. What a great help with last minute request. Took great care of our elderly Golden Doodle. We knew that Mathew would be able to attend to her needs with care and he did.

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Lindsey B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • May 03, 2025

Kingston had so much fun going out for his walks with Mathew and meeting new friends. The daily photos were awesome! Thanks Mathew!

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Christine L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 14, 2025

This was Tilda and Mika's first time being looked after by Mathew. I appreciated that Mathew was available on short notice over the holidays, enabling us to get away for our first vacation together in years. Communication was easy and Mathew kept me updated with news and photos of the kitties. I felt better being away from them, knowing they were in good hands. I wouldn't hesitate to book Mathew again in the future!

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Inbae A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 02, 2025

Matthew cared for Teddy Bear for 9 days while my family was on vacation. Matthew loves dogs and knows how to take good care of them. He is kind and professional. .

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home prominently doing pet care but I do have scheduled dog walks in Riverdale and Leslieville so depending on pack size and location we try to take them along. If taking them along isn't possible we might have to be at the house for 2-3 hours.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I do my best to have the same care and schedule that is given to them at your home. From feeding to walking - I am happy to allow them on furniture or beds if you are ok with that.

A typical day

We typically get in 3 walks a day (morning, afternoon and evening) and I'm happy to spend lots of time with them in the back yard. I might have another booking if personalities permit so they could have a new best friend to spend time with.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Mathew can host up to 2 pets per night
Are they friendly with other dogs and humans? Do they have separation anxiety when left alone? Is their energy level: low, medium, high or very high?
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.