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Matthew Richard N.

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Matthew Richard N.

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Contact for Boarding

£27 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Identity Verified
35 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

L17 dog walking services

I have cared for and owned dogs since I was 12 (35 years and counting!). I absolutely love dogs and think you can never have enough of them in your life. Have lots of experience with dogs of all ages, and have cared for some lovely elderly rescue dogs.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
35 years of experience
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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Sam S.
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Boarding • Aug 01, 2026

Matthew was superb with Daisy from beginning to end,I was so nervous about leaving her as was worried she be fretting for us but from the minute we took her my mind was put at ease,she absolutely loved her stay,we were kept up to date with texts and photos of her on her walks and having treats,you could she was getting spoilt rotten and loving it!if your looking for someone to mind your pet,I’d 100% recommend Matthew,will definitely use him everytime we need Daisy minding

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sophie B.
Jul 27, 2026

We have had fantastic experiences with Matt with all three of our rescue dogs. He is patient, kind and really great with our dogs. He takes the time to understand their needs, personality and quirks and makes sure he takes care for them in a way which fits the dog. He is reliable when it comes to following instructions and when he has dog sat our older dogs, he has made sure to administer their medication and met their medical needs. The way he showers them with affection and plays with them for hours, it is clear he loves spending time with dogs. My rescue dogs have not always been easy, but he is not put off and with patience and understanding gets to know the dogs. Weather it's for walks, week end dog sitting or extended holidays, we are always confident that the dogs are well cares for if Matt is with them.

Jonathon B.
Jul 21, 2026

Matt has been looking after my older staffy, Missy, on regular occasions for the last few months. I always feel at ease when Missy is being looked after by Matt, he keeps great care of her! Whenever I drop her off she charges to the door and is super excited to see him. Matt's been very reliable and trustworthy, friendly and easy to chat to, responds to my messages quickly and always keeps me updated on how Missy is doing! I'd definitely recommend contacting Matt if you need a dog walker.

Ellen K.
Jul 21, 2026

I’m incredibly careful about who I trust to look after my boy, so choosing the right dog walker was really important to me. From day one, Matthew has been kind, caring, reliable and completely devoted to Walter. His genuine love for dogs shines through in everything he does, and he treats Walter as if he were his own. That gives me complete peace of mind every single time they’re together. I trust Matthew wholeheartedly with Walter, and I honestly couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Sheila R.
Jul 20, 2026

My two Bulgarian street dogs are far from easy. They’re incredibly barky, highly reactive, and carry the emotional scars of a very difficult past. They’re the sort of dogs that many people simply wouldn’t want to take on, and finding someone I could truly trust to care for them has always been impossible. Then, along came Matthew. From the moment he walked through the door, he was calm, patient, and completely unfazed by their barking and endless shenanigans. He gave them the time and space they needed, never pushing them, never losing his patience. Before long, they simply relaxed. It’s incredibly rare for me to see either of my dogs feel calm around someone new, but with Matthew they did. They trust him, they feel safe with him, and as their owner, that means absolutely everything. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, who treats every dog with kindness, patience, and compassion—especially those who need a little extra understanding—I can’t recommend Matthew highly enough. He really is one in a million.

Denise W.
Jul 20, 2026

Matthew has looked after my frenchie on a regular basis for around a year now. He has always been reliable, communication is immediate and he is a lovely trustworthy guy. As for my dog Peggy, she can be stubborn and sometimes takes an instant dislike to dogs, however Matthew handles that all in his stride. The best recommendation I can give is from Peggy - when she is with him, she doesn't want to come home.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work full time but 3 days a week from home until 3pm. On my office days I am available from 5pm and throughout Saturdays

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a secure apartment on Aigburth Road, with a patch of grass for toileting. I am equidistant to Sefton Park and Princes Park, so lots of opportunities for nice, safe walks

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
Dogs over 1 year old
Takes only 1 client at a time
Matthew Richard can host up to 1 pet per night
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.