
Matthew J.

Matthew J.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
$28 total per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
I'm just here to pet the dogs
Big or small, I love them all! I have expertise caring for senior, special needs, and high anxiety dogs. Need a pet care professional that focuses on your dogs needs? I'm here for you. Throughout my life, I've always had at least one dog, and I currently share my home with a wonderful pack of seven. Because I know how important a pet’s routine and comfort are, I currently offer dog walking and drop-in visits, ensuring your dog gets my absolute, undivided attention in their own familiar neighborhood. I take pride in delivering the highest level of care and always put a dog's well-being first. My professional background includes working at a dog daycare as a behavioral coordinator, where I specialized in safely handling dogs with challenging or reactive behaviors. I'm also the go-to guy for most of my friends and family when they need a reliable pet sitter. Ensuring proper enrichment and care throughout the day for even the most energetic of dogs is my goal. I also partner with local rescues and sanctuaries to foster dogs, focusing heavily on senior and medically disabled pets. One of my dogs is actually paralyzed and another one was born with only 2 legs and they are some of the most fun dogs I've ever had. My specialized, hands-on skills include: Expressing paralyzed dogs Administering insulin injections Managing difficult, timid, or leash-reactive behaviors Animal CPR and First Aid (Certified since 2019) If your dog has special needs, lets chat! While my main focus is dogs, I also have extensive experience with guinea pigs, rats, mice, and lizards. I also love bugs, so if you have some wild exotics I'm happy to help with them as well! Whether your pet needs a slow and patient approach on their daily walk, specialized medical attention during a midday drop-in, or just a lot of love while you are at work, they are in safe, experienced hands with me.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience working at a dog daycare and ensuring dogs days safe, fun, and are full of enrichment are my top priorities. I take a caring approach to making sure dogs are comfortable. I do what I can to read behavioral cues and try my best to approach each dog based on their own boundaries. If you're looking for walks, or just a drop in, I'll make sure your dog has the fun they deserve.
Ratings and reviews
I have known Matt for many years and I know him to be an excepional person when it comes to the care and knowledge of dogs. He would be an asset to any animal shelter
Matthew has cared for my two Chihuahuas for years. As Toki and Shilo aged, they began to have health issues. Matthew not only looked after their daily needs he administered medications. I know him to be diligent in their care. We often take extended trips and it’s so nice not to worry if your dogs are being well cared for.
Matt is the only person I would trust with my anxious rescue. He is understanding and compassionate to her needs and was willing to work to make sure she trusted him. He has a deep understanding of special needs dogs and it shows in the care he gives to them. Your dogs will love him
I happily recommend Matthew as a responsible and caring pet owner and caregiver. He has a genuine love for animals. He is kind, patient and attentive with his dogs. All his dogs are treated like family in a nurturing home. He has an innate ability to relate to his dogs and meet their individual needs. Caring for his dogs is something he is passionate about. Any dog in his care is incredibly lucky and I have complete confidence in his ability to provide exceptional care for your pet. Anybody looking for a reliable, caring and dedicated caregiver would be fortunate to have Matt looking after their beloved pet.
I have known Matt and his wife for 15 years and they have fostered countless dogs for the rescue that I run. They are extremely compassionate people who take excellent care of their dogs and their fosters. They especially love special needs dogs and are well versed in medications and providing extra care to seniors. I don't hesitate to highly recommend them!
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Schedule
I have a flexible work schedule and can do drop-in visits or walks throughout the day. Most evenings I am also available past 4pm until about 10pm. I love playing around with dogs if that's what they need, but I also don't mind just hanging out with a senior dog while they relax and wonder the yard. I try to cater to the specific dog or dogs in my care.
