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Matthew R.

Roseville, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
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Self-proclaimed "dog whisperer" :D

Pet care experience

DEPENDABILITY ~ I'm self-employed and work remotely, so I'm flexible and will keep your pup next to me. I respond to texts and calls as soon as I see them or am available. PICS ~ I will send pictures as frequently as you'd like!* ALLERGIES, MEDS, ANXIETY, ETC ~ With me, they will be safe, healthy and happy! BIG DOGS ~ ...are fun! I can manage large, strong pups. UNTRAINED PUPPIES ~ I'm happy to help couch your dog :D More about me: I'm really great with animals, dogs especially. I've always owned dogs - but not right now. I miss them and find myself running across parks to go meet a dog. I figure this would be a good way to play around and have fun with pups while earning a little extra income. I have a lot of experience babysitting and house-sitting with other animals as well. I don't mind the dog's size, breed or attitude. I tend to work well with and understand any dog I come across. Although I don't have professional experience, personally, I have helped and watched while my mother worked as a vet's assistant. *It says less than 100% of clients received photo updates, but that is only because I often texted photos, not knowing I'm supposed to send them through Rover.

Reviews

Peggy M.
House Sitting • Dec 14, 2023
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Matt did a great job and my dogs love him. Everything was under control when I returned. It's been awhile since I've left them, so I was happy to see that they were so comfortable with Matt.

Dorothy W.
House Sitting • May 24, 2023
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Matthew gave such loving care to my elderly dog, Roxie. She needs a lot of help on many levels and Matthew was definitely up to the tasks, and then some! He texted me many photos and kept me up to date on how she was doing. He is also really neat and left the house better than I left it for him, including cleaning the shower he used. That was an added bonus, as my focus is my dog's care and the house is secondary. But, he’s put a high bar for any other dog sitters I might use! And, I would use Matthew all the time, but because he does it all, he’s inevitably busy a lot. But, I will use home whenever his availability allows it. Thanks, Matthew!

Charles A.
House Sitting • Mar 06, 2023
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Thanks so much for taking care of our two family pets. Matthew was excellent! Took great care of our home and the dogs. Thank you!!

manu c.
House Sitting • Jan 10, 2023
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Matt was awesome! And, he is the “dog whisperer.” Buddy and Coco can’t wait to see you again. :-)

About Matthew R.

Communication

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

Skills

20 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

I keep them close. If we aren't doing something and it is just "down time" during sitting, then I'd probably work on my laptop with them right next to (or on top of, lol) me.

Information Matthew R. would like to know about your pet

Their health and wellness needs, of course! As well as their level of activity - I'm happy to take a long walk, snuggle or just leave them to do their thing.

A typical day

Lots of walking and playing with balls, if that's okay! Otherwise, I'm just happy to be spending time with dogs :) Parks are usually my go-to... if there's a dog park around, even better!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$75per night

Matthew can watch in your home

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

Availability

I have an extremely flexible schedule, so beyond other plans, I could easily work out a daily or semi-daily walk schedule with clients who'd like to see their dogs a bit more active.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Matthew R.

Communication

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

Skills

20 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

I keep them close. If we aren't doing something and it is just "down time" during sitting, then I'd probably work on my laptop with them right next to (or on top of, lol) me.

Information Matthew R. would like to know about your pet

Their health and wellness needs, of course! As well as their level of activity - I'm happy to take a long walk, snuggle or just leave them to do their thing.

A typical day

Lots of walking and playing with balls, if that's okay! Otherwise, I'm just happy to be spending time with dogs :) Parks are usually my go-to... if there's a dog park around, even better!

Location

Roseville, CA

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Matthew R.

Roseville, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews