Nate V.
Beaverton, OR
🌧️ or ☀️, I can run w/ your dog!
Pet care experience
Quick note: My Rover availability is temporarily listed on a week-by-week basis (forecasted every Saturday, with times updated daily) — please continue reading to view it. Thank you! 🌟 Availability: Sat (5/04): Unavailable Sun (5/05) — Rainy 🌧: 11am-8pm Mon (5/06) — Rainy 🌧: 1pm-8pm Tues (5/07) — Rainy 🌧: 11am-8pm Weds (5/08) — Partly cloudy 🌤: 1pm-8pm Thurs (5/09) — Sunny ☀️: 11am-8pm Fri (5/10) — Sunny ☀️: 11am-8pm Sat (5/11) — Sunny ☀️: 11am-8pm Sun (5/12) — Sunny ☀️: 11am-8pm Your pets deserve the best — here’s what you can expect from my services: Dog Walking: (1) Walk / jog / run is all-inclusive of the marketed base-rate; I exercise your dog(s) at their pace. (2) I carry: a 1/2 gallon of water in my backpack to ensure your dog(s)’ hydration; dog-poop bags; and a towel to wipe your dog(s)’ paws before they re-enter your home. (3) I am skilled at walking dog-friendly or non-dog-friendly dogs. (4) I can run up to 2 hours per session. Overnight House-Sitting: (1) I bring my own: home-cooked food and coffee, showering soap, dog poop-bags, and air mattress (if that’s preferable for you) — so your stove, oven, supplies, and bed (optional) will never be used. (2) Fireplace will never be used; I don’t drink alcohol or smoke anything; and no guests are allowed — just me and your pups with risks minimized. (3) Inclusive 40-minute to 1-hour walk / jog / run for your dog(s) for every day I stay. (4) Pets / massages, playtime, and medication administered (if necessary). (5) Sweep / mop / vacuum your home’s floors to clean-up after your dog’s fun stay-cation. I can water your plants as well. Day-Sitting / Drop-In [Note: price reflected to emphasize the hourly service]: (1) Free 1-hour walk / jog / run for the FOURTH hour that I’m commissioned. (2) Pets / massages, playtime, and medication administered (if necessary). (3) Sweep / mop / vacuum your home’s floors for the SECOND hour I’m commissioned, to clean-up after your dog’s fun day. Now for a description of my 19 years of experience caring for dogs! 15 years of experience were dedicated to caring for my Pitbull-Boxer, Lexie. Lexie was a rescue dog who endured trauma in her early puppy years, and despite our best efforts, she never grew out of her viciousness towards other dogs. With the help of a dog trainer, I learned how to safely walk a non-dog-friendly Pitbull when she was 1 year old, and it was smooth sailing ever since. Lexie recently passed away, she was my best friend — through the course of her 15 years of life, I've learned how to: (1) Walk and play-with a rambunctious puppy. (2) Walk / jog / run with a non-dog-friendly dog. (3) Keep an adult dog fed, hydrated, played with, medicated, and loved. (4) Walk an elderly dog -- I walked at her pace, I let her stop to smell all the smells. What I've learned most about having an elderly dog is that every moment is precious, and I will bring that kind of conscientiousness to your dog no matter their age. (5) Care for a dog after surgeries. (6) Completely honor the soul of an animal. 4 more years of walking, running, and caring have been lovingly given to my dad’s Jack Russel Terrier, Brandy, and my mom’s Mini Labradoodle Niña. Both Brandy and Niña are full of energy and I love walking and running with them for an hour+. Now I share my love with clients’ pets!
Reviews
My dog Hugo absolutely loves Nate's visits. Nate ran my very energetic Brittany for a full hour and sent pictures--the look on my dog's face is sheer joy. I've booked Nate for repeat visits and would heartily recommend Nate to human companions who love their dogs. Nate really cares about his clients (humans and canines), and I have no qualms about leaving my dog in Nate's care. It's a relief to know my dog is getting the exercise he needs from a dog walker/runner who is an absolute professional. Thanks, Nate!
Nate arrived equipped with everything you hope a dog walker would have, and you can tell he loves dogs and is passionate about helping owners with their animal companions. He's just as his ad implies: he ran with Hugo, my very energetic Brittany, for 2.5 miles. Hugo came back tired and happy, and if you look at the pictures you'll see Hugo was ecstatic with the experience. You know how dogs can pick out dog lovers from a crowd? Hugo warmed to Nate instantly. Nate and I had a great conversation after the walk, and I will definitely book Nate for his help again. My dog is precious to me, and I'm picky about who cares for him. I trust Nate and highly recommend him to others looking for a dog walker or pet sitter. Thanks, Nate!
Amazing care for my elderly dog
Thank you for taking such good care of Torro and getting him some exercise while I’m at work. He’s so relaxed and happy after his runs with you!
About Nate V.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My care for your dogs come with plenty of: playing, treats enjoyed, and walks at their own pace. If your pets require medication I will ensure its administration.
Information Nate V. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if your dog has any medical ailments, and I’d also like to know their listed ER clinic. I can accommodate any chronic health ailment.
A typical day
Note to the reader — this section is redundant and is described at the top of my profile description. On their walks, I will give them the time they want to: smell the environment, mark their territory, run, or interact with other dogs (if dog-friendly). For visits, I'll be sure to have your dog fed, hydrated, gone potty, and/or have their medication taken care of. House-sitting gets everything I’ve previously mentioned plus 40-min to 1-hour walks / runs at no-extra-charge.
Services
Nate can watch in your home
Availability
I am a newly graduated Portland State University student. My availability will change, but it is updated often — reach out whenever and I will respond quickly for scheduling.
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About Nate V.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My care for your dogs come with plenty of: playing, treats enjoyed, and walks at their own pace. If your pets require medication I will ensure its administration.
Information Nate V. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if your dog has any medical ailments, and I’d also like to know their listed ER clinic. I can accommodate any chronic health ailment.
A typical day
Note to the reader — this section is redundant and is described at the top of my profile description. On their walks, I will give them the time they want to: smell the environment, mark their territory, run, or interact with other dogs (if dog-friendly). For visits, I'll be sure to have your dog fed, hydrated, gone potty, and/or have their medication taken care of. House-sitting gets everything I’ve previously mentioned plus 40-min to 1-hour walks / runs at no-extra-charge.
Location
Beaverton, OR
Pets
Nate V.
Beaverton, OR