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Matt R.

College Area, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Matt can care for

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

Availability

I'm working part time, and am flexible with scheduling so contact me and I'm sure we can find a time to take care of your pet(s).

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Matt R.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

Having worked as a veterinarian assistant and as a handler at a dog boarding and daycare facility, I am very comfortable around all sorts of pets young and old. Different pets need different levels of care so we will discuss any existing conditions or concerns that your pet has or special care that they require; in addition contact information for your local vet and emergency vet is a must in case of emergency.

Location

San Diego, CA

Matt R.'s Neighborhood

Experienced Dog Handler

Pet care experience

I've worked for a dog boarding company in Sammamish WA called Happy Hound Hotel, which has now closed, for 5 years part time. Getting to work with dogs that were regulars was really a treat, and I continue to care for some prior Happy Hound clients.

Reviews

Alex K.
House Sitting • Mar 28, 2026
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Matt has watched my house and dog at least 5 times now and is always super reliable and communicative.

David M.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 16, 2026
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Matt was exceptionally good! Despute taking the job on short notice, he administered ear washes so well that when I returned my dogs ear infection was virtually gone. He was wonderful and I fully intend to use him going forward.

Aislinn C.
Dog Walking • Mar 09, 2026
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Matt is a dog whisperer! He did a fantastic job walking our 75-pound pit mix, Rosie, for an hour each morning for 8 days. He was very punctual, great at dealing with Rosie’s habit of scrounging for food and her dog reactivity. He also took the sweetest photos for Rosie’s walk report cards. We will absolutely book Matt again!!

Morgan M.
Dog Walking • Feb 05, 2026
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Matt was wonderful to work with. He's communicative, punctual, and my dogs loved him (even my more timid dog). We'll definitely use him again and highly recommend his services to others.

About Matt R.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

Having worked as a veterinarian assistant and as a handler at a dog boarding and daycare facility, I am very comfortable around all sorts of pets young and old. Different pets need different levels of care so we will discuss any existing conditions or concerns that your pet has or special care that they require; in addition contact information for your local vet and emergency vet is a must in case of emergency.

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.
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Matt R.

College Area, San Diego, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews