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Rafa S.

Glassell Park, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•3 reviews
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easy going pet lover

Pet care experience

I've taken care of pups mostly, but cats as well while volunteering at Pasadena Humane Society. I have a 14mo old Boston Terrier who's super friendly and playful. We go to the dog park often and I take him on runs (though have limit those to 2 miles). I used to walk for Wag, but now WFH full time and like having a pup or two around.

Reviews

Whitney F.
House Sitting • Aug 12, 2021
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Rafa was amazing! Daily pictures of my animals and he left the house clean. My dog didn’t yell at me when I got home (lol) so I know she was really happy with the situation. I’d absolutely hire him again!

Maureen S.
House Sitting • Aug 12, 2021
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I will continue to request Rafa every time I need care for our family pets. He was more than I could have hoped for. I had never had overnight care and it was a crap-shoot to pick someone. We got really lucky. Rafa cared for out pit and cat. He brought in our mail and fed our outdoor critters. He gave our dog the correct medicines every day. He brought in our trash cans and moved a vehicle for trash day. What?!!! I know! He is just ridiculously amazing. Worth every penny, Rafa is super competent, friendly, animated with our pets and on time. He left everything just as we left it and sent us numerous pics of our babies while we were gone. I have already booked him for our September trip. Thank you Rafa!!!

Sasha A.
Jun 02, 2021

Rafa is an incredible dog sitter/walker/enthusiast. He’s taken care of my pup at various times over the past 8 months. He’s attentive and sweet to Frankie and takes him on plenty of long walks and trips to the dog park. Frankie loves going over, so the transition is very easy (which is nice because Frankie runs a little anxious). Rafa will make sure your dog is cared for and loved while you’re away.

About Rafa S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I take the same care of your pet that I do mine. If you want them to go to a park, I'm happy to take them. Otherwise, I can go downstairs to the shared yard and they can run around/do their business (outside of normal walks)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rafa S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any medications, triggers, or preferred care practices. I'm pretty flexible and want to make sure your pup is happy/comfy. I know my pups can get a little anxious when I leave town, so I understand the reverse situation.

A typical day

Longer runs (5-9 miles) for the more athletic dogs, shorter ones for smaller pups. Dog park if the owner is OK with that, usually South Pawsadena at Arroyo Seco is where I go. Usually quite a few walks per day, since it's a good way for me to step away from the computer too.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$63per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$40per day
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Rafa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Rafa can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work full time for a market research company, so my schedule always varies. I'm usually on a 5-8hr work day with plenty of time for walks/park visits, etc.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 4 months ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Rafa S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I take the same care of your pet that I do mine. If you want them to go to a park, I'm happy to take them. Otherwise, I can go downstairs to the shared yard and they can run around/do their business (outside of normal walks)

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rafa S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any medications, triggers, or preferred care practices. I'm pretty flexible and want to make sure your pup is happy/comfy. I know my pups can get a little anxious when I leave town, so I understand the reverse situation.

A typical day

Longer runs (5-9 miles) for the more athletic dogs, shorter ones for smaller pups. Dog park if the owner is OK with that, usually South Pawsadena at Arroyo Seco is where I go. Usually quite a few walks per day, since it's a good way for me to step away from the computer too.

Location

LOS ANGELES, CA

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Rafa S.

Glassell Park, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•3 reviews