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Peter H.

Racine, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
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Services

Peter can care for

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

Availability

Semi-retired remote working with great schedule flexibility. Very reliable - single empty-nester, 35 yr VP level Corporate/Consulting "soldier" who currently has a cat and has owned, cared for and loved many dogs, mixed and pure breeds, of his own.

About Peter H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I currently live in an apartment that does not allow dogs, so I can offer walks, visits, vet care transportation and care in your home... but not boarding.

Information Peter H. would like to know about your pet

If I'm to care for your pal I'll need to know a bit about what they're used to, afraid of, love/like etc. And if course any special needs, meds, behavior issues or challenges etc.

A typical day

If a dog is OK with other dogs... I love dog parks. I'm also a fan, for fetchers, of tennis balls and a launcher. For working dogs, I like to "work" them. Walk them on a heel, almost always, with constant training reinforcement, because they (like us/me)... crave "purpose." Puppies... need a lot of play. And "proper chewing" reinforcement.

Location

Racine, WI

Peter H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced, Kind Care for Your Pal

Pet care experience

Grew up with German Shepherds, had many mixes and most recently a Bichon for her last 12 years, until 10/22. RIP "Maddie." :( Puppy & adult dog trained 3x. Me that is. Dog training... is also Human training. Love, and can generally manage, all breeds & temperaments. Like with us people, trust & respect... are earned. And everything. I hope to earn the trust of your pet...AND you.

Reviews

Rev. Dean W.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 09, 2026
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Pete was Awesome!!! Fist off, my dogs are rescues. They have idiosyncrasies (lol). Taffy puts up defences when meeting new people. So much so, that two prior interviewees turned down the offer. Peter, who is a gentle giant, won her over during the interview. Not with his giantness, but his amazing gentleness. Usually it takes some time for Taffy to trust someone, but she found something in Peter to trust right away! The rest of the week went incredibly smoothly. I got texts every evening (he offered photos but i declined). Both Tanka and Taffy assumed "Belly Rub" positions once Peter arrived. I heard such great reports that when I got home, I had to tearfully sit down with them and ask if they would rather go and live with Peter. Just kidding, I couldn't ask that question for fear of the answer!! When I came home, my doges were normal. Not filled with fear, anxiety, depression or anything that separation might cause. That means Peter did not just feed, water, and let them outside. He gave them loving care in my absence. He treated them as I would treat them. That is the sign of an excellent caretaker!! He will always take care of my dogs, dean

Pamela Z.
Feb 09, 2026

Peter is a longtime friend of mine and I have witnessed his kindness and patience with animals many times over the years. He has both warmth and heart, which appear to help dogs, in particular, feel comfortable in his presence. Peter is also an individual of integrity and loyalty. I would, without reservation, hire him to care for my pets.

About Peter H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I currently live in an apartment that does not allow dogs, so I can offer walks, visits, vet care transportation and care in your home... but not boarding.

Information Peter H. would like to know about your pet

If I'm to care for your pal I'll need to know a bit about what they're used to, afraid of, love/like etc. And if course any special needs, meds, behavior issues or challenges etc.

A typical day

If a dog is OK with other dogs... I love dog parks. I'm also a fan, for fetchers, of tennis balls and a launcher. For working dogs, I like to "work" them. Walk them on a heel, almost always, with constant training reinforcement, because they (like us/me)... crave "purpose." Puppies... need a lot of play. And "proper chewing" reinforcement.

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Peter H.

Racine, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews