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Matt R.

College Area, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
11 reviews
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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

Jenn H.
House Sitting • Aug 16, 2025
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Matt did a great job house sitting for our two dogs. We will definitely use him again!

Michele A.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2025
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Matt is great! We appreciate his patience and calm demeanor. Our dogs really like him and we trust that he treats them the same way we do! We will continue to book with Matt.

Amy W.
House Sitting • Jul 08, 2025
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Matt was great! He housesat for five nights and took great care of the house, two cats and one energetic wild young dog. He was a great communicator and gave us regular updates. We highly recommend!

Daniel A.
Dog Walking • May 18, 2025
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Matt was friendly, responsive, and great with my 2 larger dogs! He took the time to do a meet and greet before their first walk, and gave timely updates.

About Matt R.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

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.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Matt can watch in your home

Cats

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).

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About Matt R.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

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

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Matt R.

College Area, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
11 reviews