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Matthew R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Matthew R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $15 per visit

Highlights

Matthew has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Reliabe Pet Sitter

It's fun side work for me! I'm an Ol' guy that is reliable and good with animals. I tend to take a lot of pictures and video to send to my clients. My availability, depending on location and time, is usually only in the evening due to work during the week. I try to keep my calendar up to date as possible to reflect immediate availability.

Cat care experience

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Wasn't a cat guy. Now I am

Matthew also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I follow the routine of pet owners. I'll administer medications when necessary. The more information I have about your pet needs and routine. The better I can accommodate your pet.

Ratings and reviews

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Jennifer L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026

Matthew was fantastic with my fur babies! He had taken such amazing care of my two corgi puppies and was very flexible! I loved seeing their smiles through the pictures. I would highly recommend Matthew!

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Amy D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 15, 2026

Great at keeping in touch and sending pictures with updates. No worries leaving our girls in his hands!! He did everything we asked him to do. We will request for him again

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Matt C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 06, 2026

Matthew did a great job with my pup and was thorough with pics and comments. I definitely recommend.

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Amy L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 02, 2026

Matthew was great with my 3 dogs. Sent lots of pictures and checked in. Definitely recommend.

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Kris B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 08, 2025

As always, Matt does a wonderful job with my pups.

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Kris B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 10, 2025

Matt was great!!! Definitely plan on using him again!!!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule adjusts each Auburn semester, so feel free to reach out for the latest availability to discuss your pet dog or cat care needs and wants.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Matthew can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
The routine of the day, what the pet can and can't do around the house, treat allowances, pets vet contact for emergency, and any medical conditions.
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.