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Matthew P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Matthew P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Flexible schedule walker/sitter

Hi I'm Matty, I have watched dogs for many years, have two of my own (Ringo is 13 and Ellie is 8) so have been around dogs for some time. Willing to watch and/or walk in and around the NW DC area. I work from home and have a relatively flexible schedule so can do daytime walks. Feel free to message me for meet and greets.

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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18 ratings
NORA S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

Our pup loves his staycations with Matty! He takes incredibly care of Bowser, provides plenty of updates, pics and clear communication. It’s a huge relief not having to worry at all when we leave Bowser in Matty’s trusted hands. 15/10 would recommend!

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Lauren W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 06, 2026

So considerate and sweet to my pup

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Lauren W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 28, 2026

Perfect timing and reporting!

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jaleshea c.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 30, 2025

Matthew was great! Shared updates and Lucy seemed really comfortable with him. Grateful he was able to watch Lucy on a short notice. Hoping to use him again!

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NORA S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Dec 09, 2025

Matty has been an absolute joy to work with and a lifesaver for my crazy husky. He is incredibly responsive and communication is always clear. Recently he was even able to add an extra walk last minute when a work conflict came up. My pup takes a little while to warm up, and Matty was patient, attentive and won him over quickly. The peace of mind we get from knowing that Matty will reliably show up and give our pup an amazing walk while we’re working is a relief. Don’t hesitate to book Matty if you can, 15/10 recommend.

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Adam D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Nov 16, 2025

Matty took great care (and pics) of our pup and was super flexible with pickup. Definitely recommend!

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Schedule

I am fully remote and have a very flexible schedule, so can do daytime walks. I share custody of my pups so if staying with me for a sitting there would be no other dogs at home, so any pup would get plenty of attention.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My apartment building requires key fob entry at all entrances and elevators and has a reception desk with someone on call 24/7. In addition there is a small fenced in dog park right off the side of the building.

Pets

A typical day

I love playing with pups and if they were willing could do multiple walks per day. Also since there is a small dog park right on the side of my building I could take them out to run around. Or if they want to just curl up on the couch and watch movies I will oblige.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Matthew can host up to 2 pets per night
My dog Ringo now needs several meds since he is getting on in years, so I have experience administering oral medication. Also in the past I have watched dogs with mobility issues and needed specific harness/walking assistance so would be more than capable of helping any pups who need that extra care.
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.