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Matthew S.

Gurley, AL

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Services

Matthew can care for

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

Availability

I work remotely and have a very flexible schedule so I’m available as needed to take care of your pets needs. Whatever you need I’m able to accommodate.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Matthew S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We’ll make sure your home is secure and safe before and after any visit including adjusting any lights and bringing in mail. We’ll also confirm with you after each visit.

Information Matthew S. would like to know about your pet

We have had many rescues over the years and are experienced working with elderly and special needs dogs. We’re especially good with high anxiety dogs that need comfort. We can administer both oral and injectable meds.

A typical day

Every dog has their own needs so we fit our care to the dog. Whether it’s long walks, playing fetch in the yard or just sitting and cuddling. We’ll make your furry baby happy.

Location

Gurley, AL

Matthew S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Small Paws Pet Care

Pet care experience

*Restarting service after a LONG break. We now have kids that want to help and absolutely LOVE animals.* We love working with dogs/cats and are experienced fosters with multiple animal rescues. We'll make sure your furry baby is well taken care of while you are gone. They will get lots of long walks (or jogs for high energy dogs) and play time. If it’s ok with the owners we will even bring out two kids (10yo and 8yo) that are very good with animals for even extra attention and love.

Cat care experience

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Lots of play and cuddles!

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

Reviews

Emily D.
Dog Walking • Oct 01, 2025
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Matthew was so sweet with our pup!

Gloria M.
Boarding • Dec 13, 2015
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Matthew was wonderful, he was very patient and attentive to her needs. She needed medicine administered and Matthew did not cringe at all. He made sure it was provided without asking. She was a little nervous and wanted to go out at 1am in the morning, he did not hesitate to take her out. She love toys and he made sure she had her playtime. Why look for another sitter when you can have Matthew and his team: Apple, Charlie and little rambo. She was very happy with them.

Gloria M.
Dec 13, 2015

Matthew was wonderful, he was very patient and attentive to her needs. She needed medicine administered and Matthew did not cringe at all. He made sure it was provided without asking. She was a little nervous and wanted to go out at 1am in the morning, he did not hesitate to take her out. She love toys and he made sure she had her playtime. Why look for another sitter when you can have Matthew and his team: Apple, Charlie and little rambo. She was very happy with them.

Caitlin S.
Boarding • Aug 21, 2015

Our puppy had a great stay at Matthew's! They treated her just like one of their own dogs. She enjoyed the toys, playing with their dogs and snuggling with the humans :) Matthew was very responsive when I had any questions, and it was super easy to setup drop off and pickup. They kept in touch so we knew how our dog was doing. I'd definitely use them again next time we are going out of town. ;

About Matthew S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We’ll make sure your home is secure and safe before and after any visit including adjusting any lights and bringing in mail. We’ll also confirm with you after each visit.

Information Matthew S. would like to know about your pet

We have had many rescues over the years and are experienced working with elderly and special needs dogs. We’re especially good with high anxiety dogs that need comfort. We can administer both oral and injectable meds.

A typical day

Every dog has their own needs so we fit our care to the dog. Whether it’s long walks, playing fetch in the yard or just sitting and cuddling. We’ll make your furry baby happy.

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Matthew S.

Gurley, AL

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews