Mathew G.
Mathew G.
Highlights
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
Mathew also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Mathew was awesome! Upon meeting him, our dogs were very comfortable with him. He communicated very well, we felt supported, well informed and reassured our girls were well taken care. Great neighborhood help from Mathew!! Thank you!!
We booked a dog visit/walk with Matthew very last minute and he was fantastic! He accommodated us no problem and even took the time to stop by earlier in the day (shortly after we sent the request) to pick up a key and meet the dogs. His communication was great and we were able to enjoy a stress free night as he updated us promptly to let us know that both of our dogs and eaten and done their business. He’s very kind and professional and we would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Matthew was amazing! Responsive, flexible and sent us lots of updates and pics :)
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.
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.
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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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
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 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatMathew 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?