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Paul R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Paul R.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$28 total per visit

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

Highlights

Enhanced background check
18 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Your Pet’s New Best Friend

Hi, I’m Paul! My wife, Aliyah, and I provide reliable pet care in the Oceanside area. We’ve both grown up around animals and currently have our own Labrador, Marley, who we’ve been raising for the past 8 years, so we understand how important it is to trust the people caring for your pets. Your dog or cat will get attentive, consistent care from both of us, and we treat every pet like part of our family. We’re flexible depending on your needs and are happy to work with different situations. We’re open to caring for all dogs as long as they’re friendly with people and other animals, and our goal is to make sure your pets feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away. We also have base access if that’s ever helpful.

Qualifications

40% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards
18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

My wife, and I focus on making pets feel comfortable, safe, and cared for whether they’re in our home or yours. At home, we have a two-story space with a small porch and our friendly (but a bit shy) 8-year-old Lab, Marley. There are also plenty of open grassy areas nearby for walks and time outside. When we’re caring for pets, we stick closely to their normal routine and make sure they’re well fed, exercised, and getting plenty of attention. We treat every pet like our own and aim to create a calm, safe environment while you’re away.

Ratings and reviews

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J D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 08, 2026

Paul was great with my cats! You can tell he genuinely loves animals and really cared about making sure they were comfortable and taken care of. He kept me updated, sent me pictures, and made it really easy for me not to worry while I was away. My cats loved him, which says a lot! I'd definitely have Paul watch them again and would recommend him to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pets.

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James M.
May 22, 2019

Paul is a fine young man with integrity values and shows respect. He is on his way to the Marines and has helped on numerous occasions walk and play with a very expensive service dog. His interaction with dogs shows nothing but love.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have a flexible schedule and am available most days for pet care. I’m happy to work with different routines and can usually accommodate mornings, afternoons, and evenings with a little notice.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Paul can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Before booking, we like to learn a bit about your pet so we can give them the best care possible. Please let us know if your dog is potty trained, if they have any behavioral tendencies (like separation anxiety or resource guarding), and if they take any medications along with when and how to give them. It’s also helpful to know about any dietary restrictions, allergies, or specific routines they’re used to. The more we know, the better we can make them feel comfortable and at home.
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%.