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Matthew R.

Fayetteville, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Professional care for all animals!

Pet care experience

I have provided professional animal care for a combined 8 years, and I have lived with animals my entire life. Over my professional career I have worked as a pet store general manager, a dog trainer, and a dog groomer. I focus on positive reinforcement training and high quality engagement with all animals. I can care for any type or size of pet, even large reptiles and birds! While caring for your pet(s) I can help train them, follow specific instructions, give great advice, administer medicine (oral or injected), groom them, and even give professional massages. I act well under pressure and know advanced first aid for most animals including CPR for dogs, cats, and humans. I am fairly active, so during walks I can run/jog with your dog(s) if requested or train sports. I currently parent two rescue dogs, two cats, and several reptiles including a 6+ft red tail boa.

Reviews

Kiet N.
Dog Walking • Jan 14, 2022
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Matt’s simply the best.

Kiet N.
Dog Walking • Jan 10, 2022
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Matt is awesome! Exceptional friend to the dogs and is willing to understand them in order to provide the best care possible.

Chelsea O.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 22, 2018
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Matthew did a great job checking on my kitten while I was out of town! He was very considerate of her needs and made sure to stick with any specifications for her. He was also very responsive and updated me frequently on how she was doing. I would definitely recommend him to take care of your pet!

Brianna H.
Jul 20, 2018

Matthew is the only person I trust to watch my three cats and hedgehog when I go out of town. He is knowledgeable on the needs of many different animals and is always kind. He's a trustworthy individual who always listens to us about the special needs for our animals and will follow them without fault.

About Matthew R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With over 8 years of professional experience working with animals, I have been through almost any situation possible. I have treated severe injuries, calmed animals having severe panic attacks, and resuscitated unconscious dogs with CPR. Safety is ALWAYS my #1 priority, and my clients trust their family members with me.

Information Matthew R. would like to know about your pet

Is your dog friendly with other dogs? Is your dog friendly with kids? Is your dog current on vaccinations and flea meds? Is your dog fully house trained? Does your dog have any food allergies? Does your dog have any health issues or are they on any medications? Does your dog have separation anxiety? Has your dog ever acted aggressively towards another person or dog? Is your dog afraid of men? (This is very important as I can help with this issue on the very first interaction)

A typical day

My regular drop-in services are 30 minutes each, up to 1 hour. I provide updates and pictures (I can even provide professional pictures if requested). I will feed, water, clean, walk, train, and play with whatever animal I am caring for! I also offer professional bathing services and light grooming (I have experience as a dog groomer).

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Matthew can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently work as a freelance wildlife & pet photographer, so my schedule is now fairly open. I do however require at least 4 days notice for house sitting. My regular drop-in services are 30 minutes each, up to 1 hour. I provide updates and pictures (I can even provide professional pictures if requested). I will feed, water, clean, walk, train, and play with whatever animal I am caring for! I also offer professional bathing services and light grooming.

About Matthew R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With over 8 years of professional experience working with animals, I have been through almost any situation possible. I have treated severe injuries, calmed animals having severe panic attacks, and resuscitated unconscious dogs with CPR. Safety is ALWAYS my #1 priority, and my clients trust their family members with me.

Information Matthew R. would like to know about your pet

Is your dog friendly with other dogs? Is your dog friendly with kids? Is your dog current on vaccinations and flea meds? Is your dog fully house trained? Does your dog have any food allergies? Does your dog have any health issues or are they on any medications? Does your dog have separation anxiety? Has your dog ever acted aggressively towards another person or dog? Is your dog afraid of men? (This is very important as I can help with this issue on the very first interaction)

A typical day

My regular drop-in services are 30 minutes each, up to 1 hour. I provide updates and pictures (I can even provide professional pictures if requested). I will feed, water, clean, walk, train, and play with whatever animal I am caring for! I also offer professional bathing services and light grooming (I have experience as a dog groomer).

Location

Fayetteville, NC

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Pets

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Matthew R.

Fayetteville, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews