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Matt K.

Near West Side, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Your best friends, new best friend

Pet care experience

I am currently a student in Chi (33 years old, changing career paths) I’m only in class for a max 3.5 hours a day, other than that I am home hanging out, doing some school work or cooking (culinary school grad). I’ve had a dog my entire life until moving here, I was responsible for my family dog starting at age 11 and have been taking care of a dog ever since. I plan on getting a dog in the near future but love them so much I think that dog sitting would fill my canine void at the moment, not here for the money at all, here for the love and animals. I currently House/dog sit for two families in the area whenever they leave town and am always excited when they do because I get to see my furry friends. Your dog will get daily walks, lots of love, most likely a treat or two (I’m a pushover, but can adhere to specific dieting needs). I am pretty flexible as far as drop off and pick up. I can’t wait to meet your pet and I assure you they will more than enjoy their stay with me while you are away.

Reviews

Hannah C.
House Sitting • Nov 16, 2018
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Matt was so extremely awesome with our pup! He was friendly, courteous and honestly just a really nice guy to talk to. I know my dog had an awesome weekend and got more attention and care than I could have hoped for. Matt was great and I would highly recommend him!

Lynn B.
House Sitting • Oct 23, 2018
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Hesitant about sending a review because I don’t want him to get too busy. Girls and house were in great shape upon our return. There was even a pizza waiting for us upon our late arrival.

Genta T.
Sep 09, 2018

Matt is a wonderful dog parent as well as a reliable and trustworthy dog sitter! His compassion and love for all animals can be realized by the fact that he has an instant connection with every dog he meets!

Cheryl K.
Sep 07, 2018

Matt would make a great dog sitter/walker. He loves animals, especially dogs and would love to have one now but realizes that, with his schedule, he doesn’t have the time to be a responsible dog owner, to be able to give one the time and attention they deserve ... and it’s killing him. One day though, when his schedule is more stable, he will and he’ll be be a great dog dad.

About Matt K.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
71% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I’d imagine much the same way that you would take care of your pet. Love play time, I have a fairly roomy one bedroom apartment. Lots of play time, walks, and of course Netflix and cuddle to wind down the day.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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 2-4 hours

Information Matt K. would like to know about your pet

Honestly not too much. I do require your pet to be house broken. It’s understandable accidents happen, but for the most part I’d like for that not to happen, but it’s not the end of the world. Other than that, just if they have a tendency to chew anything or stuff like that so I can make sure to put it out of reach.

A typical day

Wake up, quick trip outside for the bathroom, feeding, another quick walk before I head off to school for a few hours. When I I’m home in the afternoon, lots of tug of war and playing. A couple trips outside through the rest of the day. Some down time (by the fireplace in winter), cuddles on the couch.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Matt can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Takes only 1 client at a time

Matt can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I’m currently in school, have a max of 2 classes per day, longest I’m out of the house is 3.5-4 hours. Other than that, I’m pretty much a homebody buried in school work. I’d love a little friend to keep me company!

About Matt K.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
71% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I’d imagine much the same way that you would take care of your pet. Love play time, I have a fairly roomy one bedroom apartment. Lots of play time, walks, and of course Netflix and cuddle to wind down the day.

Home

Lives in an apartment
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 2-4 hours

Information Matt K. would like to know about your pet

Honestly not too much. I do require your pet to be house broken. It’s understandable accidents happen, but for the most part I’d like for that not to happen, but it’s not the end of the world. Other than that, just if they have a tendency to chew anything or stuff like that so I can make sure to put it out of reach.

A typical day

Wake up, quick trip outside for the bathroom, feeding, another quick walk before I head off to school for a few hours. When I I’m home in the afternoon, lots of tug of war and playing. A couple trips outside through the rest of the day. Some down time (by the fireplace in winter), cuddles on the couch.

Location

Chicago, IL

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Matt K.

Near West Side, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews