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Rafael G.

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
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Services

Rafael can host

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

Rafael can care for

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

Availability

I am an ex advisor turn full time writer! I write early in the morning and late into the night, this makes me flexible to my client’s needs & wants!

About Rafael G.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
48% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog 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 pet sit at my client’s homes & pick up buddies from their homes as well. I am hyper aware of my surrounding and understand the care we place into our homes so I hold myself to the highest of standards. The trust of my clients is my most valuable asset.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a 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 Rafael G. would like to know about your pet

If your friends Don't like your dog or you struggle with them on a leash, I am the person for you. I am used to many types of dogs and feel confident around those buddies that don’t listen too much! As you’d imagine good buddies are a walk in the park to me so please send them my way!

A typical day

I enjoy training buddies on everyday tasks even the most silent ones, like chilling on their bed while you work or cook! Other than that I respect their routines!

Location

Chicago, IL

Rafael G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Good & Bad doggies come my way!

Pet care experience

What can you expect from me? I am respectful, timely & a great communicator, you will always know about your best buddy! With love, respect, leadership and the right incentives all doggies can live their best lives!

Reviews

Richard J.
Boarding • Apr 15, 2026
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Very friendly and was able to relay any issues and took good pictures.

Juan V.
Boarding • Mar 29, 2026
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Will definitely rebook with Rafael next time our pup needs watching. Can’t recommend enough

Iris B.
Boarding • Mar 17, 2026
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Rex looked like he had a wonderful time! Thank you Rafael!

Michael D.
Boarding • Feb 25, 2026
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Rafael was really great with communicating with me on how Duke was doing and worked with Duke on some training. Happy with how everything went and will use Rafael again.

About Rafael G.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
48% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog 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 pet sit at my client’s homes & pick up buddies from their homes as well. I am hyper aware of my surrounding and understand the care we place into our homes so I hold myself to the highest of standards. The trust of my clients is my most valuable asset.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a 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 Rafael G. would like to know about your pet

If your friends Don't like your dog or you struggle with them on a leash, I am the person for you. I am used to many types of dogs and feel confident around those buddies that don’t listen too much! As you’d imagine good buddies are a walk in the park to me so please send them my way!

A typical day

I enjoy training buddies on everyday tasks even the most silent ones, like chilling on their bed while you work or cook! Other than that I respect their routines!

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Rafael G.

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews