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Patrick R.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
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Services

Patrick can care for

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

Availability

I recently moved to South Florida, so I have the luxury of flexibility. My schedule is generally open, so few if any conflicts will present themselves.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Patrick R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 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

If there are specific activities they love, then we'll do them, because happy dogs are healthier dogs. Otherwise, I'll be co-existing with them and doing my best to keep them occupied. Besides religiously checking their water, I like to have a schedule in front of me to adhere to: anything time-sensitive won't be missed (ie insulin, oral medications), and will note anything to bring to your attention.

Information Patrick R. would like to know about your pet

Preferred Information: (Walks/Visits) 1. Vaccination Status. 2. Behavioral Quirks (ie how do they respond to other dogs) (Extended Stays) 1. Vaccination Status. 2. Behavioral Quirks (ie how do they respond to other dogs, do they like to eat hats, etc). 3. Preferred Vet/ER (JIC). 4. Behavioral Quirks. 5. House Rules (ie where they can/can't go, etc). 6. Raw Food Diet (yes or no?). 7. Normal routines (where/when they eat, sleep, play, etc).

A typical day

Depending on the individual, activities may include: 1. Walkies. 2. Critique of 24hr Livefeeds of Goats and/or Squirrels. 3. Food Puzzles (exactly what it sounds like). 4. More walkies.

Location

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Patrick R.'s Neighborhood

Highly food-motivated human person.

Pet care experience

My background includes veterinary nursing and exotic animal care. I've undergone many thousands of hours of feeding, befriending and caring for a dizzying variety of animals in a perplexing array of contexts including shelter care, walk-in clinics, hospitals, sanctuaries and the occasional backyard. I've done a little bit of everything, a lot of bit of some things. I'll ensure that they're as happy as possible in your absence.

Reviews

Maggie F.
House Sitting • juin 29, 2026
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ZoZo is a bit of a stubborn one and Patrick was able to overcome that with a bit of consistency. He’s timely, kind with ZoZo, and I think she even mostly looks forward to him coming around now - high praise!!

Olivia M.
House Sitting • juin 26, 2026
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Patrick is so easy to work with. My dogs love him. He Leo's the house nice and clean. I can't say enough good things. He's perfect. Thanks for saving the day !

Olivia M.
House Sitting • juin 23, 2026
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Always great

Lauren N.
House Sitting • juin 21, 2026
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Patrick watched my 2 corgis last minute and took amazing care of my dogs and my home. I highly recommend him and will be using him in the future!

About Patrick R.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

8 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

If there are specific activities they love, then we'll do them, because happy dogs are healthier dogs. Otherwise, I'll be co-existing with them and doing my best to keep them occupied. Besides religiously checking their water, I like to have a schedule in front of me to adhere to: anything time-sensitive won't be missed (ie insulin, oral medications), and will note anything to bring to your attention.

Information Patrick R. would like to know about your pet

Preferred Information: (Walks/Visits) 1. Vaccination Status. 2. Behavioral Quirks (ie how do they respond to other dogs) (Extended Stays) 1. Vaccination Status. 2. Behavioral Quirks (ie how do they respond to other dogs, do they like to eat hats, etc). 3. Preferred Vet/ER (JIC). 4. Behavioral Quirks. 5. House Rules (ie where they can/can't go, etc). 6. Raw Food Diet (yes or no?). 7. Normal routines (where/when they eat, sleep, play, etc).

A typical day

Depending on the individual, activities may include: 1. Walkies. 2. Critique of 24hr Livefeeds of Goats and/or Squirrels. 3. Food Puzzles (exactly what it sounds like). 4. More walkies.

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.
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Patrick R.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews