matt M.
matt M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Dog lover with spacious backyard
I’ve been caring for animals since grammar school and have always had a deep appreciation for the role pets play in a family. Over the years I’ve lived in multi-pet households — at one point sharing a home with three dogs and four cats — and I’ve personally had three cats of my own. Our family Doberman passed a few years ago, and while we currently don’t have pets of our own, that has opened the door for us to provide a loving space for yours. For the past two years, I’ve proudly been a Rover sitter and have maintained a 5-star rating by treating every pet like part of the family. Our home offers a calm, family-style environment where dogs are included in daily life — not isolated or treated like they’re in a facility. Because of this, we focus on caring for well-behaved dogs who are comfortable in a home setting and respectful of their surroundings. Dogs that require constant separation due to behavioral issues are often better suited for kennel-style care. Our goal is to create a safe, relaxed environment where dogs who thrive in a family atmosphere can feel at home. If your dog enjoys being part of the pack and settling into a warm, structured household — we’d love to welcome them.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
We cannot recommend Matt enough! He watched our sweet Delta for three nights, and from the start, we felt completely comfortable leaving her in his care. She came home happy, healthy, and clearly very comfortable with him, which made the stress of being away from her so much easier to manage. Matt’s home and yard are absolutely perfect for dogs, and it was clear Delta was well cared for and felt right at home. We are so grateful to have found someone we can trust with her and would not hesitate to have Matt watch her again. Highly recommend!
Blue loves staying with Matt and his family— it is his home away from home!
This was the first time we used Rover and we couldn't be happier. Matt was great with our 4 year old German Shepherd. He gave her plenty of attention and played ball with her. He sent me pictures and videos everyday. She stayed there for 7 nights and when we picked her up, she was excited to see us but was not trying to leave. She felt at home there and very well cared for. I am more than pleased.
Matt took great care of Jonas. He communicated with us daily and sent pictures. Matt will definitely be our go to the next time we go on vacation!
Blue is always happy to see Matt and his family and we are at such peace leaving Blue at his ‘home away from home’. 💙
Matt has been really helpful with walking my dog when I’m really busy
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Schedule
I currently work part time in the music industry and real-estate. I have flexible days to offer for your pets. My wife and daughter are also very good with pets. In a way, you get 3 care givers for the price of one!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a spacious backyard that has a secure 6 foot wooden fence all the way around the property. My family and I currently do not have pets besides our fish, Blueberry, so all our attention can be focused on your loved one.
A typical day
I love to stimulate your dogs physically and mentally. I also like to challenge them to learn something new through positive reinforcement and repetition. Some dogs just want to play games and check out new smells. I'm very patient and receptive to what you and your dog's wants and needs.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timematt can host up to 2 pets per night
- Please let me know all of your dogs special needs or if they have any quirky behaviors they may have. In my opinion, there are no bad dogs.
- Boardingin the sitter's home$65per night
Not accepting new customers.
House Sittingin your home$60per nightNot accepting new customers.
Drop-In Visitsvisits in your home$40per visitNot accepting new customers.
Doggy Day Carein the sitter's home$40per dayNot accepting new customers.
Dog Walkingin your neighborhood$40per walkNot accepting new customers.