Matthew H.
Weehawken, NJ
Every Dog's Best Friend 🐾
Pet care experience
Hi there! I'm Matthew, and I've been a devoted companion to dogs of various breeds and temperaments for over 10 years. My journey with dogs started from the moment I was born, sharing my home and heart with them for the first 18 years of my life. While the initial years were more about cohabitation, the last decade has been focused on understanding and caring for these wonderful beings deeply and professionally. I recognize the immense responsibility that comes with caring for a dog—ensuring they have sufficient playtime, go out when needed, and receive ample praise and affection. I also appreciate that dogs thrive on training; they relish having a job to do and I love guiding them through this. With a flexible work-from-home arrangement on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and a standard 9-5 schedule on the other weekdays, I'm able to provide your furry family members with the care, exercise, and attention they deserve throughout the week. My evenings and weekends are also dedicated to ensuring your pet feels loved and well-cared for. Whether you're on vacation or just need a helping hand, I'm here to ensure your dog is happy, healthy, and well-cared for. Why Choose Me: A Decade of Experience: I bring ten years of hands-on experience in dog care, offering peace of mind that your pet is in knowledgeable hands. Flexible Availability: My schedule allows me to be there for your dog during the crucial before and after-work hours, ensuring they never feel alone. Personalized Care: I pledge to follow your specific instructions meticulously, making sure your dog's routine and needs are met to your exact standards. Insured for Peace of Mind: I've invested in Pet Care Insurance to provide an additional layer of security and reassurance for you and your furry family member, ensuring the highest standards of care and responsibility. Testimonials: "Matthew was a great sitter!... He updated us every day and sent a lot of pictures of Nala. He took her out and played with her a lot...our house was spotless and Nala was happy..." - Nala's Owner "Matthew was an exceptional pet & house sitter!... He was communicative, sending photos of my dog Leo often...I appreciated Matthew's enthusiasm...will definitely be hiring Matthew again." - Leo's Owner "Matthew is a great pet sitter!... He was very much flexible with timings, kept on updating me...He’s definitely going to be my regular pet sitter in future. Totally recommend him." - A Grateful Client "Matthew has to be the best Dog Sitter I have had in over 20 years... He treated my dogs like they were his...he even did a little laundry...he is really a wonderful person and Dog Sitter." - A Long-time Dog Owner In Conclusion: Your dog's happiness and well-being are my top priorities. If you're looking for a sitter who combines experience with genuine care and attention, look no further. I'm excited to meet you and your furry friend and to create a new wonderful experience for them. Feel free to contact me anytime to discuss how I can help make your life easier and your dog's life happier.
Reviews
Matthew is the best! Leo adores him and Matthew sends plenty of updates which helps me feel at ease while I'm away. Thank you Matthew!
Matthew was a great sitter! It was our first time leaving our pup alone and we were away for about a week. Matthew updated us everyday and sent us a lot of pictures of Nala. He took her out and played with her a lot. He was amazing. I definitely felt comfortable with him and will be using him again and refer him to all my loved ones. When we got home our house was spotless and Nala was happy to see us. Thank you for taking such great care of Nala!!
Matthew was an exceptional pet & house sitter! He was communicative, sending photos of my dog Leo often, and asking clear questions to make sure he could do the best job taking care of Leo and the house. I felt at ease that Leo was in great care when I was out of town. He took excellent care of my house while I was away for a week. My pup and house have a lot of important quirks to keep in mind and he was receptive to them all. I appreciated Matthew's enthusiasm and eagerness to do an exceptional job taking care of Leo. I'm extremely grateful to him -- will definitely be hiring Matthew again. Thanks Matthew!
Always amazing!
About Matthew H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Whether sitting or taking your furry family member for a walk I adhere to your directions! In addition, you can expect the following depending on the service provided: When I am sitting for your fur baby(ies), we take breaks throughout the day to play, potty, and go for a longer walk or two for exercise. (Some have higher energy needs than others and I aim to accommodate those under my care.) When I am walking your precious pooch, I am attentive to their surroundings to keep them away from other people and others' furry friends. We want everyone to have a fun, safe time. I prefer to use treats to encourage good behavior from the loved one(s).
Information Matthew H. would like to know about your pet
Because we have a short time to learn about your precious loved ones, and I want to provide the best care for them, I have a questionnaire that we will review during our Meet & Greet.
A typical day
We will play, go for walks, play some more, nap, practice tricks and maybe learn some new ones. Oh, and we will play one of my favorite games: hide and seek!
Services
Matthew can watch in your home
Availability
I have a flexible work-from-home arrangement on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and a standard 9-5 schedule on the other weekdays. This frees me to provide your furry family members with the care, exercise, and attention they deserve throughout the week.
About Matthew H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Whether sitting or taking your furry family member for a walk I adhere to your directions! In addition, you can expect the following depending on the service provided: When I am sitting for your fur baby(ies), we take breaks throughout the day to play, potty, and go for a longer walk or two for exercise. (Some have higher energy needs than others and I aim to accommodate those under my care.) When I am walking your precious pooch, I am attentive to their surroundings to keep them away from other people and others' furry friends. We want everyone to have a fun, safe time. I prefer to use treats to encourage good behavior from the loved one(s).
Information Matthew H. would like to know about your pet
Because we have a short time to learn about your precious loved ones, and I want to provide the best care for them, I have a questionnaire that we will review during our Meet & Greet.
A typical day
We will play, go for walks, play some more, nap, practice tricks and maybe learn some new ones. Oh, and we will play one of my favorite games: hide and seek!
Location
Weehawken, NJ
Matthew H.
Weehawken, NJ