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Matthew C.

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Matthew C.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $22 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
8 years of experience

Pet care experience

Your Dog's favorite backup human

I've cared for animals throughout my life and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, from small breeds to large, energetic dogs. I've also cared for cats and senior dogs and have experience adjusting to different personalities, energy levels, and routines. I've had my own Australian Cattle Dog rescue for 8 years and have traveled extensively with him, so I'm comfortable handling dogs both at home and in busy environments. I'm physically active and enjoy giving dogs the exercise and attention they need, while my naturally calm demeanor tends to work especially well with dogs who need a little time to get comfortable with someone new. I currently accept up to two dogs at a time so I can give each pet the attention and supervision they deserve.

Qualifications

8 years of experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet's safety and comfort always come first. I take the time to understand each dog's personality, routine, and any specific instructions you provide. On walks, I stay attentive to our surroundings, other dogs, traffic, and your dog's body language rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. During drop-ins, I'll follow your feeding, exercise, and care routine closely and make sure your dog is comfortable and your home is secure before I leave. I'm respectful of clients' homes and will always treat your space as carefully as I would my own. I'm a responsive communicator and happy to provide photos and updates so you know how your dog is doing while they're in my care.

Ratings and reviews

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Adam R.
Aug 16, 2026

Matthew has watched our cats on multiple occasions. He always leaves the home better than he found it and goes above and beyond in caring for our three cats. Hairballs? No problem. Puke? Easy. The stress of their usual caretakers being away? Matthew eases all that with his calm demeanor and punctual feeding times. He really puts our boys before himself and makes travel an easy decision for us. A+. Would recommend highly.

Josh S.
Aug 15, 2026

Over the years, Matt has been kind enough to dog sit two of our dogs: Bronson, our Boxer, Luther, a Doberman with a high amount of anxiety. Matt was always responsible, communicative, and most importantly, he was respectful of our home and made sure that our dogs were fed, walked, played with, and well taken care of. We couldn’t recommend Matt enough as a dog sitter.

T D.
Aug 15, 2026

Thank you, Matt! I needed Matt to care for my special needs Shih-Tzu, Sasha. Matt followed my care and medication instructions perfectly! He sent me a video of them playing with her favorite toy and it warmed my heart💕. I would definitely request Matt again and hope he is available when I need him.

John L.
Aug 15, 2026

Hello, A while back, there was an extended period when I was spending more time out of town than at home, and I needed someone to take care of my cats. Matt came in and took care of them. I made sure there was plenty of food and litter, and Matt took care of the rest. I would come home unannounced, and there was always food and fresh water, the litter box was clean, and everything was well taken care of. He kept me updated by text or phone, so I always knew everything was going well. He genuinely enjoyed spending time with the cats. When he was at my home with me, they would seek him out for attention, come over to have their ears scratched, and rub up against his legs. That’s because he took the time to interact with them and genuinely cared about them. Matt has a natural love and compassion for animals. If you’re looking for someone to care for your dog or dogs, you want someone like Matt.

Kevin F.
Aug 12, 2026

I highly recommend Matt as a pet sitter! He looked after my Xoloitzcuintli and did an incredible job. Xolos can be sensitive and have specific needs, but Matt was attentive, patient, and deeply responsible. He kept my dog active, stuck strictly to his food and skin routine, and sent regular updates that gave me total peace of mind. Not only is he a dog owner himself, he genuinely loves animals and treats other people’s pets like his own. Any dog owner would be lucky to have him care for their pet!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule is currently very flexible, and I’m available for walks and drop-ins throughout the weekday, from early mornings through evenings. I’m also happy to accommodate last-minute requests when possible. Whether you need a regular weekday walker or occasional help when plans change, I’m happy to work with your pet’s routine.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Matthew can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
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.