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Matthew H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 repeat clients
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Matthew H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
20 repeat clients

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from $40 per night

Highlights

Matthew has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your Pet's Next Bestfriend!

Growing up, I developed a profound appreciation for a variety of pets, many of which I have cherished and lovingly cared for over the years. For as long as I can remember, I've found true joy in the unwavering companionship of most animals, especially dogs. Most of my pet sitting experiences stem from my own 20+ year journey as a pet owner, but I’ve also gained invaluable insights into relationship-based, obedience, and positive reinforcement training methods for dogs of all sizes. Though I have a full-time job, my workplace is just a short ten-minute drive from my home, allowing me the flexibility to attend to your pets' needs at a moment’s notice. My heartfelt promise as a pet sitter is to create a safe, happy, and nurturing environment that feels like an extended home, ensuring your pet's needs are met with love and care.

Qualifications

20 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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68 ratings
Leslie C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun 08, 2026

We’ve used Matt several times, and he’s always been great! He keeps us updated daily on how our dog is doing and sends few cute pictures. We’ve already booked him for our next trip.

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Jordyn C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • maj 31, 2026

Matthew was so attentive and gave the best daily updates and photos of my boys. You can tell he truly cares about the dogs and takes such good care of them! We will definitely be using him for any future dog sitting needs!

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Elisheba R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • maj 29, 2026

Matt was wonderful! He is very polite and accomodating. I am a bored fur baby mom; I spoil my dogs and know it! Matt gave me detailed status reports on them every day I was gone along with better pictures than I can ever manage of them as well! It always put a smile on my face reading about their adventures every morning. I 100% recommend, and while I usually travel with them, I will reach out to him again next year when I travel overseas.

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Elaine B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • apr 20, 2026

Our pup loved staying with Matt. She quickly made herself at home. He sent daily, detailed updates, complete with cute photos. We will definitely ask him to board our fur baby again.

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Kwahme C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • apr 05, 2026

Got a lot of great photos and daily feedback for Zeus. I would book again with Matthew.

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Rebecca W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mar 31, 2026

Matthew was wonderful. Watched over our dog for the weekend. Was awesome. He sent us messages on how she was doing along with pictures! Made us relax so we could have a great time. We would definitely refer him to anyone.

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Schedule

My current work schedule typically spans Monday through Friday during regular business hours. While I can’t offer consistent 24/7 care, I do have the flexibility to take short breaks and enjoy lunch at my own pace, which means that any dog I pet sit will always receive attention and care, never going without it for more than 2-3 hours at a time.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced 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

Safety, trust & environment

I care for all pets in a loving, home-based environment where they are treated like part of the family. I have a fully fenced-in backyard that gives them plenty of safe space to play, explore, and relax outside. My home is in a quiet, safe community that's perfect for daily walks and outdoor time. Inside, pets have free roam of the house and are always supervised. I follow each pet's routine as closely as possible to help them feel right at home - and of course, there's no shortage of belly rubs, snuggles, and attention!

A typical day

I generally lead an active lifestyle, yet I am more than happy to adjust to your pet’s unique needs. Whether that means enjoying endless cuddles during the day or going for walks and runs multiple times, I am here to provide the support that perfectly suits your dog.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Matthew can host up to 3 pets per night
A few important questions I consider asking upfront are: What is your pet's temperament? Are they good with children? How do you encourage positive behavior and address negative behavior? Are there any medical issues that require awareness or attention? Is there anything that must be included in their daily routine? Is your pet crate trained?
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.