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matt w.

Shirley, MA

5 out of 5.0 stars
•15 reviews
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Decades of experience and care!

Pet care experience

I grew up with dogs and cats and have been taking care of them since I was very young. Attended agility training classes and obedience trainings with the family dog. Family and friends have used me as a pet sitter for their dogs and cats with various needs

Reviews

Emilie M.
Dog Boarding • mai 15, 2025
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Matt was great with my pup. Sent pictures and was very responsive. Would definitely book again

Jennifer S.
Dog Boarding • mars 07, 2025
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Ty was comfortable with Matt from the moment they met, and he was very well cared for. I would not hesitate to leave Ty with Matt again!

Holly E.
Dog Boarding • déc. 05, 2024
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Matt was very flexible to work with on pick up and drop off times. Communication and pics while we were away was reassurring. We definitely recommend Matt to care for your fur babies!

Christopher W.
Dog Boarding • nov. 29, 2024
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Always excellent reliable service from Matt - come back to a happy, healthy dog.

About matt w.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Formally living with a dog with severe anxiety taught me the skills for safe leash walking, crating and care. I currently live and care for a senior cat as well as guinea pigs

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information matt w. would like to know about your pet

If the dog is reactive or has any kind of social anxiety. We are unable to board dogs that are reactive to children or other animals. If the dog needs medication or special equipment for being walked. If the dog has any serious medical needs or needs to be given medicine

A typical day

Plying fetch, taking walks around the neighborhood. I have some experience with agility running if the family already has an agility course setup. Any type of activity

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$48per night

matt can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I work from home Monday through Friday. Depending on the distance of your home to mine quick drop ins during the day may be possible. After 5pm my schedule opens up

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 15 days ago
matt can host up to 1 pet per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About matt w.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Formally living with a dog with severe anxiety taught me the skills for safe leash walking, crating and care. I currently live and care for a senior cat as well as guinea pigs

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information matt w. would like to know about your pet

If the dog is reactive or has any kind of social anxiety. We are unable to board dogs that are reactive to children or other animals. If the dog needs medication or special equipment for being walked. If the dog has any serious medical needs or needs to be given medicine

A typical day

Plying fetch, taking walks around the neighborhood. I have some experience with agility running if the family already has an agility course setup. Any type of activity

Location

Shirley, MA

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matt w.

Shirley, MA

5 out of 5.0 stars
•15 reviews